Archaeologists, MPs, Locals Cooperate to Repair Ancient Mongnai Pagoda
The govt granted a 5 million kyat budget toward maintaining the ancient Mwetaw pagoda, following a request in parliament. Archaeologists, members of Parliament, technical experts...
Civilian Injured by Shrapnel as Fighting Flares in Hsipaw
The RCSS and SSPP were fighting nearby, although it is unknown which group’s weapons hit the 22-year-old man. A 22-year-old man suffered serious injuries...
IDPs Call On Shan Armed Groups to Hold Talks ‘As Soon As Possible’
Displaced people are concerned that if they cannot go home soon, they will be unable to harvest their crops. Internally displaced people (IDPs) in...
Hsipaw IDP Dies in Motorbike Accident Fleeing From Clashes
45-year-old Aik Lut was from Khai Hio village, and hit a tree while rushing to take refuge in a nearby monastery. A 45-year-old man died...
Leaders from Mongla, UWSA Meet on ‘New Year’s Greeting Tour’
‘Mongla and Wa will continue to work hand in hand,’ said a Mongla officer, on the groups’ 30-year alliance. A delegation from Mongla’s Special Region...
Is the armed conflict in Arakan State a civil war?
Very recently, the Tatmadaw’s information team warned the media and newsmen against using the term ‘civil war’ to refer to country’s domestic conflicts. At...
Hundreds of Mongpan IDPs ‘Return Home in Fear’
The IDPs had taken refuge in a Wa-controlled area, and were reportedly ordered by the Burma Army to go back to Mongpan. More than...
SNLD Calls for Investigation Into NLD Conduct in Mandalay By-Election
The SNLD has asked the UEC to look into the process by which the Shan affairs minister for the region was elected. The Shan...
Hsipaw Locals Alarmed by Gunshots Near Village
The sound of gunfire around 20 miles south of Hsipaw town leaves villagers concerned for their safety. Villagers are on high alert following the...
Myitsone dam, the Chinese ambassador and the Kachin people
Following the Chinese ambassador to Myanmar Hong Liang's Myitkyina visit that took place from 28 to 29 December 2018, where he met leaders of...