MYANMAR: Myanmar has announced the pardon of around 10,000 prisoners just days before the opening of parliament, a move that has drawn both attention and debate domestically and abroad. Authorities describe the amnesty as part of a traditional gesture of goodwill, while observers are closely watching who is included in the release. The decision comes [...]

MYANMAR: A recent diplomatic quarrel between Myanmar and Timor‑Leste has drawn attention across Southeast Asia, with both sides expressing concerns over political positions and regional alignments. The disagreement appears to stem from differing views on governance and engagement within international forums. As discussions grow more strained, observers worry that prolonged tensions could affect cooperation on [...]

MYANMAR: A magnitude 4.2 earthquake was recorded about 87 km north of Tatkon in Myanmar’s Sagaing Region, part of an area prone to frequent seismic activity. The moderate tremor was felt locally but did not immediately report widespread damage or casualties. Myanmar lies along active fault lines, including the Sagaing Fault, which has produced both [...]

MYANMAR: On the surface, Yangon appears to be a typical, lively city. In the downtown areas, people rush by street vendors while diners sit under umbrellas. Buses and cars fill the roads as they move along. At sunset, young folks stop to take pictures in front of the famous Sule pagoda, which shines against a [...]

MYANMAR: An airstrike conducted by Myanmar’s military hit a tea shop in the upper-central region of Sagaing, resulting in at least 18 civilian deaths and injuring 20 others. This attack is part of a troubling trend of frequent and deadly airstrikes aimed at armed pro-democracy groups as the country nears elections set for later this [...]

MYANMAR: Voting for the junta-organized election has started for those living overseas, with Myanmar embassies in various countries announcing dates for expatriates to cast their ballots. The regime is urging migrants to take part, even though many people believe the elections are not valid. In the past, workers came from all over the country to [...]

MYANMAR: The Trump administration decided to end temporary asylum protections for almost 10,000 people from Myanmar living in the United States. The Trump administration is revoking the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) that was granted to these individuals in 2021, despite Myanmar still being governed by a military regime known for its harsh actions and human [...]

MYANMAR: Myanmar’s military government has taken into custody at least 88 individuals for speaking out against its upcoming election, which is governed by a strict new Election Protection Law that was put in place just three months ago. This law, passed on July 29, is leading to an increasing crackdown as the military prepares for [...]