An early pledge by the parallel National Unity Government to replace Myanmar’s racist citizenship law raised hopes for marginalised communities, but impatience is growing as revolutionary groups trade blame for the delays.
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An early pledge by the parallel National Unity Government to replace Myanmar’s racist citizenship law raised hopes for marginalised communities, but impatience is growing as revolutionary groups trade blame for the delays.
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The teak trees of the Bago Yoma mountain range have long been a target for illegal logging, but the practice has intensified amid the post-coup chaos, with the involvement of both junta and resistance forces.
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The return of Rohingya militants to the state in recent years to fight the Arakan Army has led to a string of alleged abuses against civilians, and has imperilled relations with the Rakhine community.
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Much of Myanmar’s population has been riveted by the latest season of Myanmar Idol, which culminated with its grand finale last week.
Ethnic politicians and parties will be a big focus of attention in the April 1 by-elections, with some of the most crucial contests shaping up in Rakhine and Shan states.
BY Htun Khaing
Enabling rural residents to achieve financial viability is essential for the economic stability of Rakhine villages and the food security of their communities.
Farmers in a village in Ayeyarwady Region say that heavy flooding in recent years has severely affected their income, forcing them into a cycle of debt.
BY Su Myat Mon
Four years of work, more than 100 stakeholder meetings and millions of dollars of donor funding. But what does the National Education Strategic Plan actually say?
BY Thomas Kean
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