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Unlike its predecessors, the NLD govt is ensuring deals with China benefit Myanmar, Sean Turnell, adviser to the State Counselor, tells The Irrawaddy in an interview.
Two Myanmar Constitution Amendment Bills Agreed by NLD, Ethnic Parties
With their refusal to endorse the parliamentary charter change committees bills, it remains to be seen how military MPs will respond when they are sent to Parliament.
Thousands of Myanmar Workers Demand Higher Minimum Wage
Over 5,000 factory workers marched in protest near a Yangon industrial zone Sunday to demand higher wages as the government prepares to set the new minimum wage.
Myanmars National Dialogue Must Be for All NCA Signatories Ahead of Peace Summit, EAOs Say
Nationwide ceasefire signatories continue talks to include other groups in the peace process, especially ahead of the next 21st-Century Panglong summit.
No Genocidal Intent in Security Operations in Rakhine State, Myanmar Commission Says
The Independent Commission of Enquiry has declared that security operations in Rakhine in 2017 did not have genocidal intent, but admits that war crimes took place.
The girl who went from depression to international medallist
Indian athlete Abida Akhtar overcame depression to compete at international level in Wushu.
Irans foreign minister cancels attendance at Davos summit
Mohammad Javad Zarif cancelling his trip to Davos Forum comes amid a crisis with Washington and disputes with Europe over Irans nuclear steps.
Former German military translator on trial as Iran spy
Presiding judge Thomas Bergmann said the trial would be held behind closed doors until further notice because of security concerns
Blaze Burns Mandalay Mall, Myanmar Police Sue Shop Owner
Police are suing the owner of a shoe shop in a Mandalay mall for poor electrical safety after a fire burned through the mall and caused over 1 billion kyats in damage.
Chinese Presidents Claim That Beijing Not Arming EAOs Met With Skepticism in Myanmar
Political observers in Myanmar doubt President Xi Jinpings claim that China is not arming ethnic armed organizations based near the northern border.
Muzaffarpur shelter home: India court convicts 19 in abuse case
News of physical and sexual abuse at the shelter, which housed girls as young as seven, outraged India.
Refined palm oil cargoes stuck at Indian ports after import curbs: sources
India announced the curbs on imports of refined palm oil on Jan. 8 in a bid to help domestic refiners raise their plant utilisation rates, according to industry officials
Tencent says to step up investment overseas and in smart retail
Tencent is known to have stakes in firms such as food delivery giant Meituan Dianping, e-commerce site Pinduoduo and video game companies such as Riot Games and Supercell
Britains Prince Harry Says No Other Option But To Step Back
Prince Harry says he had hoped to continue public service without funding, but now believes he and Meghan Markle have no option but to step back from official duties.
Rap and Rice Paddies: Thai Hip-Hop Creates Unlikely New Stars
The rising popularity of hip-hop in Thailand has created stars that have drawn the attention of major music industry players.
Worlds Richest 2,000 People Own More Than Poorest 4.6 Billion Combined: Oxfam
Some 2,150 billionaires have more money than the worlds poorest 4.6 billion people, while women work 12.5 billion hours a day unpaid, a new report from Oxfam says.
South Korea confirms first case of new coronavirus in Chinese visitor
The patient is a 35-year-old Chinese woman who flew from Wuhan, China to Incheon international airport on Sunday.
Earthquake causes damage, injuries in China's Xinjiang region
The Ministry of Emergency Management said a number of people were injured, one seriously, and some small buildings and walls around properties collapsed.
Malaysia sends back trash, says wont be worlds waste bin
Shipments of unwanted rubbish have been rerouted to Southeast Asia since China banned the import of plastic waste in 2018, but Malaysia and other developing countries are
Crowded footbridge breaks over Indonesian river, killing 7
Rescuers are searching for 3 others, between 14 and 17 years old, still missing and feared dead, said Ujang Syafiri, who heads a local disaster mitigation agency.
Trump hails China trade deal as much better than expected
Soybean exports to China plunged to $3 billion from more than $12 billion in 2017 and the Trump administration paid out $28 billion in aid to farmers in the past two year
China counts sharp rise in coronavirus cases, 2 in Beijing
Authorities and media reports said the total number of infected people has topped 200.
Combined total wealth of 63 Indian billionaires higher than the total 2018-19 Union Budget: Oxfam
The Time to Care; report was released in Davos ahead of the 50th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum
Ahead of holiday, China gears up to contain virus outbreak
17 new cases emerge; fears of travellers spreading infection.
Two officials hurt as Hong Kong rally turns violent
Told to disperse, crowd beats up police
Libya summit seeks end to foreign meddling
UN-led talks in Berlin a desperate bid to curb military interference, help relaunch political dialogue
Harry, Meghan to drop titles, retire as working royals
No more public funding; home renovation cost to be repaid
Royal Navy chief pushes for cooperation between U.K. and India
Admiral Tony Radakin laid particular emphasis on collaborations in the development of aircraft carriers and discussions on electric propulsion.
Indian school teacher in Shenzhen becomes first foreigner to contract coronavirus in China
Preeti Maheshwari, who works at an international school in the city, has been admitted to a local hospital after she fell seriously ill last Friday. Doctors confirmed tha
What Will Xi Jinpings Visit Mean for Myanmars Future?
The Irrawaddy talks with China analyst Ma Khin Khin Kyaw Kyee from ISP Myanmar and political analyst U Than Soe Naing about the impact of the Chinese presidents visit.
Russia strike kills five civilians in northwest Syria: monitor
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said three children were among those killed after midnight Friday in the village of Bala in the jihadist-run Idlib region
Australian government to aid tourism industry as bushfires recede
Our federal response to these devastating bushfires is comprehensive and unprecedented, Prime Minister Scott Morrison was cited in a statement announcing the aid.
Facebook Apologizes After Vulgar Translation of Chinese Leaders Name
Chinese leader Xi Jinpings name appeared as Mr Shithole in posts on the social media platform when translated into English from Myanmar.
The 'tiny' recipe to YouTube success
This Indian couple's miniature cooking videos have earned them hundreds of thousands of subscribers.
Iran to send black boxes to Ukraine
Tehran to take assistance from experts in France, Canada and U.S.
China reports 4 new cases caused by coronavirus strain
Nearly 50 people have been infected across the world
Latvian Foreign Minister expresses hope that there will be movement on the BTIA when Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Brussels in March this year.
Legislating in a hurry after judicial order
Three Bills extending the tenure of service chiefs waltzed their way through the Pak. Parliament
A very Brazilian coup, captured on celluloid and sent for Oscars
Petra Costas documentary on ex-President Rousseffs impeachment has been nominated
Myanmar, China Sign Dozens of Deals on BRI Projects, Cooperation During Xis Visit
China and Myanmar capped President Xi Jinpings two-day visit by signing 33 agreements, including many to advance Beijings BRI projects in the country.
Pakistan SC to entertain Musharrafs plea only after he surrenders to the law: Report
On Thursday, Pervez Musharraf, now based in Dubai, approached the Court to challenge the ruling of the special tribunal that had handed him death sentence on charges of h
Simpsons actor Hank Azaria says he will no longer voice Apu
The announcement by white actor Hank Azaria follows accusations of racial stereotyping.
What Will 2020 Mean for Myanmars Democracy?
The Irrawaddy talks with writer U Kyaw Win and member of Parliament Ma Zin Mar Aung about the challenges facing Myanmar in 2020, from the Constitution to the election.
The Irrawaddy Business Roundup
This week, Myanmar celebrated the opening of a Thai fish factory and border trade with Laos, while the World Bank is forecasting a growth boost.
Pakistan two-star general: Farewell to a social media celebrity
Pakistan's military spokesman leaves his post after three headline-grabbing years, to praise and criticism.
U.S. Supreme Court takes up presidential Electoral College dispute
The court will decide whether Electoral College voters are required to support the presidential candidate who wins a State.
Downing of Ukraine airliner a bitter tragedy: Khamenei
But the incident should not be allowed to overshadow Soleimanis martyrdom, says Iranian leader
Pakistan Islamists get 55 years in jail for protests
They took part in violent rallies in 2018
Phone scandal rocks Sri Lankas Opposition party
Leaked conversations featuring UNP leader reveal details on court cases against several high-profile figures
Rebel Groups Told to Unite to Save Myanmars Peace Process
Gen. Yawd Serk, the leader of an ethnic Shan armed group, urged his counterparts to compromise on demands to enable April's peace summit to takeplace.
