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Opinion Papers
Senator urges action on UN queries over Myanmar mining pollution
Source: Thai PBS World
The Senate Committee on Human Rights, Rights and Liberties, and Consumer Protection has urged the Thai government to respond to questions raised by United Nations independent experts about transboundary pollution in northern Thailand originating from unregulated mining activities in Myanmar.
Protest at Chinese Consulate in Chiang Mai turns chaotic over Myanmar mining pollution
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
Organised by the People’s Network for the Protection of the Kok, Sai, Ruak, and Mekong Rivers, the demonstration sought to draw international attention to the devastating transboundary impacts of unregulated rare-earth and gold mining in Myanmar’s conflict-ridden border regions.
NUCC and NUG Finalize Zero Draft of Myanmar’s Federal Transitional Constitution
Source: Burma News International | By Karen Information Center
The two resistance bodies announced the breakthrough during a joint press conference held on July 5 at an undisclosed location along the Thailand–Myanmar border.
Two More Junta Outposts Captured by AA on Rakhine-Ayeyarwady Border
Source: Narinjara News | By Khaing Lu Hla
The AA News and Information Service announced today the capture of two more junta defense outposts linked to the strategic Point 227 on the Rakhine-Ayeyarwady border.
Arakan airstrike survivors struggle to continue medical treatment
Source: Development Media Group
Civilians injured in junta airstrikes on villages in Arakan State controlled by the Arakan Army are struggling to continue medical treatment as financial assistance runs out.