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Opinion Papers
Embassy to observe election
Source: Bangkok Post | By Poramet Tangsathaporn
Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) spokesman Nikorndej Balankura said the ministry has instructed the embassy to observe the elections in four townships: Yangon, Bago, Pathein, and Tachilek.
Myanmar’s opium cultivation reaches record high
Source: The Nation
Rising opium prices are the main reason for the increase in opium cultivation in Myanmar, with opium prices more than doubling.
Four elections next door could reshape Thailand’s border crises
Source: The Nation
Elections in Myanmar, Cambodia, Malaysia and Thailand could shift pressure on Thailand’s borders—through conflict, migration, and diplomacy.
Kachin Independence Army attacks military position in Sagaing Region
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
Katha residents told DVB on the condition of anonymity that regime forces have shut down all access into the town since Dec. 29.
Three-year-old girl rescued after being trapped 12 hours in debris by Myanmar Air Force bombing
Source: Narinjara News | By Khaing Lu Hla
The Ngapali Beach Community Charity announced that 3-year-old Aye Thandar Khaing, was rescued after being injured by a bombardment on December 29 at approximately 8 am the following morning.