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Opinion Papers
Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing posed in a suit – it should have been a prison uniform
Source: The Independent | By Benedict Rogers
Arguably, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, Myanmar’s military dictator, belongs in the dock in The Hague and not at summits shaking hands with other world leaders.
Two years since the deadly air attack on Pa Zi Gyi village, Myanmar and air strikes continue unabated
Source: Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar | Press Release
Aerial bombardments, including the use of drones and alleged use of chemical weapons, are a grim hallmark of the Myanmar conflict and have increased in frequency since the Pa Zi Gyi attack.
A Rebel Border: India’s Evolving Ties with Myanmar after the Coup
Source: International Crisis Group | Briefing Paper
Fragmentation of Myanmar’s state has prompted India to adjust its foreign policy stance toward its neighbour, balancing engagement with Naypyitaw with outreach to regime opponents, who now control much of the Indian border.
Earthquake Deals Heavy Blow to Myanmar Military
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Moe Sett Nyein Chan
The March 28 earthquake had a severe impact across central Myanmar, especially in junta-controlled areas.
US must change course with Myanmar
Source: Bangkok Post | By Brahma Chellaney
Myanmar needs help. After more than four years of brutal civil war, the country has been hit by a 7.7-magnitude earthquake, the strongest it has suffered since 1946.
Rohingya Refugees Are Not Safe in Bangladesh or Myanmar
Source: Inter Press Service | By Oritro Karim
Rohingya refugees have informed Doctors Without Borders (MSF) that high levels of violence persist in the Cox’s Bazar camps, particularly after nightfall. “When I hear loud noises, it’s like I’m back in Myanmar,” said a Rohingya refugee.
Development at A Cost: Environmental & Community Impact of Kyaukphyu SEZ
Source: The Sabai Times | By Pyae Phyoe Mon
The larger and more complex the project, the greater the potential for positive and negative effects on the local community.
Dispatch of the Second Japan Disaster Relief (JDR) Medical Team and Emergency Grant in Response to the People Affected by the Earthquake in Myanmar
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan | Press Release
Based on the assessment that the needs for medical support in the affected areas of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar remain high, the Government of Japan decided to dispatch the second batch of the Japan Disaster Relief (JDR) Medical Team to the area.
Comment by UN Human Rights Office spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani on continued attacks in Myanmar amid rescue efforts
Source: Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights | Comment by Ravina Shamdasani
As the traditionally festive season of Thingyan and the start of a new year begins on Sunday in Myanmar, we call for common efforts to assist those in greatest need.
Provision of emergency relief kit to schools affected by the earthquake in Myanmar
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan | Press Release
The Government of Japan has decided to provide emergency relief kits, including water tanks and emergency evacuation tents, to people at monastic schools in the Mandalay region