As a new parliament convenes, the mood among MPs is far removed from the euphoria of five years ago, but the ruling party says it’s untroubled by electoral fraud allegations from the pro-military opposition.
As a new parliament convenes, the mood among MPs is far removed from the euphoria of five years ago, but the ruling party says it’s untroubled by electoral fraud allegations from the pro-military opposition.
A sharp increase in household plastic waste amid COVID-19 has exacerbated the threat posed by Yangon’s near-capacity landfills and poor waste management systems.
BY Hein Thar
A matrix of social issues is swelling the ranks of Myanmar’s abandoned children.
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Among the most significant achievements of the National League for Democracy government since it took office has been a reconciliation with the Tatmadaw that will be crucial for the success of the transition.
For newly-arrived foreigners, the challenges of adjusting to Myanmar can start with negotiating a taxi fare and include staying calm over double-pricing, forking out a year’s rent in advance and water pump management.
Scrutiny is lacking and human rights obligations are being ignored as development of the Kyaukphyu Special Economic Zone moves ahead.
BY Sean Bain
A commission headed by former parliament speaker Thura U Shwe Mann has been reviewing the nation’s laws, but some say more clarity – and consultation – is needed from the government on its legal reform plans.
Amid disappointments with the new government's early performance, it's easy to lose sight of where progress has been made.
Myanmar has one of the world’s highest landmine casualty rates. Three organisations are helping survivors by providing them with prosthetic limbs.
BY Thi Ri Han
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A family in Pakkoku is offering disabled, elderly and unwanted animals a sanctuary to live out their days.
BY Hein Ko Soe
As the NLD government steps up efforts to protect Myanmar’s forests, officers in the Bago Mountain Range face off with increasingly violent loggers.
BY Myanmar Now
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