Attempts by the regime to more tightly control assistance to people affected by the recent earthquake have had a chilling effect on volunteer aid efforts in Myanmar’s second largest city.
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Attempts by the regime to more tightly control assistance to people affected by the recent earthquake have had a chilling effect on volunteer aid efforts in Myanmar’s second largest city.
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The swift delivery of aid to survivors of the recent earthquake must take precedence over transient political gains in a long-running conflict.
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Myanmar’s earthquake has left the regime’s already shaky administration reeling, with thousands of its staff in the capital now living in temporary shelters and complaining of limited assistance from their masters.
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A music festival launched in 2014 is providing welcome opportunities for classical musicians in Myanmar to refine their techniques and for their talent to flourish.
Sport in Myanmar needs more financial support and professional coaches to give opportunities to more athletes.
BY Natalie Wong
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Much to their dismay, activists continue to be harassed, intimidated and spied on despite the transfer of power to the National League for Democracy government.
BY Htun Khaing
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Much to their dismay, activists continue to be harassed, intimidated and spied on despite a new government taking the reins.
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Economic reforms and an easing of sanctions have created a better employment outlook for young people in Yangon and other urban centres.
BY Thi Ri Han
Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s visit to Thailand last month to secure better treatment for migrant workers has generated a worrying backlash from some quarters.
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