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Opinion Papers
They fought to save lives in Myanmar. The earthquake claimed theirs
Source: Observer | By Hannah Beech / New York Times
The five young doctors took up their mission together: defying Myanmar’s junta to treat the wounded through the coup and deadly military crackdown four years ago
A humanitarian look at India’s ‘Act East’ policy in Myanmar
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By Shalini Perumal
As India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar acknowledged, the ongoing turmoil in Myanmar has forced a pause in the project, casting a shadow over India’s “Act East” policy and raising critical questions
Opinion: Elusive pathways to peace in Myanmar
Source: The Week | By Abhijan Das
The security of North Eastern states depends largely on stability in the bordering regions of Myanmar
Statement on the Recent Airstrikes by Military Junta Following Temporary Ceasefire
Source: National Unity Government of Myanmar | Statement
We call for accountability for the inhumane and brutal crimes committed by the military junta, including through international judicial mechanisms.
UK assistance reaches 15,000 people after Myanmar earthquake, with further £10m pledged
Source: GOV.UK | Press Release
UK now providing up to £25 million for vital humanitarian assistance
Security Council Press Statement on Myanmar
Source: United Nations | Press Statement
The following Security Council press statement was issued today by Council President Jérôme Bonnafont (France):
At least 173,855 pregnant women at risk following Myanmar Earthquake
Source: United Nations Population Fund | Press Release
“UNFPA teams are working night and day to ensure that women and girls get the lifesaving support they need. We cannot allow this crisis to take away from women’s rights, their safety, or their futures.”
UN Security Council Must Enforce Myanmar Junta Ceasefire and Mandate Urgent Humanitarian Response to Earthquake
Source: Special Advisory Council for Myanmar | Statement
The full extent of the devastation is only just beginning to emerge. At least 3,145 people have died, with the toll expected to rise significantly as the rubble is cleared. Thousands are homeless, with aid organisations fearing outbreaks of disease.
Ataullah’s arrest won’t fix the Rohingya crisis
Source: Dhaka Tribune | By Shafiur Rahman
It is merely another performance in a long-running tragedy of control, optics, and missed opportunities for real change
The Arakan Army’s Struggle For Regional Sovereignty: Imagining A New Future Union
Source: Transnational Institute | By Naing Lin
In this commentary, Naing Lin analyses the continuing advances made by the Arakan Army and its allies, with the AA now the de facto government in most of Rakhine State.