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Opinion Papers
Chinese casino kingpin linked to Shwe Kokko arrested in Thailand
Source: The Nation
The arrest followed intelligence from the Chinese embassy, as the suspect was wanted by authorities in China and will be deported to face legal action.
SAC-M and ANFREL’s New Joint Report: The Myanmar Junta’s Illegitimate 2025-26 Elections and the Way Forward
Source: Special Advisory Council for Myanmar | Statement
The report scrutinises the military junta’s staged “elections” – conducted over three phases in December 2025 and January 2026 – and shows how they comprehensively failed to meet internationally recognised standards for genuine elections.
Southeast Asia’s whack-a-mole scam economy
Source: East Asia Forum | By Ivan Franceschini, Mark Bo, Ling Li, Neil Loughlin
Crackdowns on Southeast Asia’s online scam industry have exposed the scale of exploitation within it, leaving many trafficked workers stranded and highlighting a growing humanitarian crisis.
Children and Elderly Among Dozens Struck by Diarrhoea Outbreak at IDP Camp in Phruso Township
Source: Kantarawaddy Times
An outbreak of diarrhoea and vomiting has hit an internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in the eastern part of Phruso Township, Karenni State, affecting children and elderly residents in recent days, a displaced woman told Kantarawaddy Times.
CDF-Thantlang vows to continue pursuit of Chin State independence
Source: Burma News International | By Khonumthung News
The statement was made during the Thantlang Township Council/CDF-Thantlang 5th anniversary celebration, held at an undisclosed location in Thantlang Township on April 6.