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Chinese rare earth mines in eastern Shan State using trafficked Burmese scammers as slave labour

by Admin | May 19, 2026 | Cybercrime, Daily News, Highlights

Source: Shan Human Rights Foundation | Update Recent testimony by a trafficking survivor has revealed that rare earth mines operated by a Chinese company in southern Mong Hsat, eastern Shan State, close to the Thai border, are using trafficked Burmese scam workers...

Excessive gold mining in Machanbaw leaves residents reliant on paid municipal water supplies

by Admin | May 18, 2026 | Daily News, Environment

Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group In Machanbaw Town in Putao District, Kachin State, excessive gold mining has led to a shortage of natural drinking water sources, forcing a growing number of residents to rely on fee-based municipal water...

Clashes between regime and KIA intensify in jade mining hub

by Admin | May 5, 2026 | Daily News, Inter-conflict

Source: Development Media Group Clashes are intensifying between regime forces and the Kachin Independence Army KIA in Lonekhin Village, Hpakant Township, Kachin State, according to local sources. Read Full Story

Calls grow for ban on gold mining at Mula Stream, a natural landmark in Putao Township

by Admin | Apr 23, 2026 | Daily News, Environment

Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group Residents are calling for an end to excessive gold mining in Mula Stream, a renowned natural landmark in Putao Township, Kachin State. Read Full Story

Junta airstrikes kill around 30 gold miners in Bhamo

by Admin | Mar 16, 2026 | Daily News, Massacre

Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group The junta carried out airstrikes on alluvial gold mining rafts along the Ayeyarwady River in Bhamo Township, Kachin State, killing around 30 miners. Read Full Story
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