Iran hopes to be removed from the “blacklist” of uncooperative states, a list that also includes North Korea and Myanmar, and gain improved access to international financial markets.
North Korea, Iran, and Myanmar continue to remain on FATF’s blacklist
The FATF identifies these nations as posing a significant risk to the international financial system because of persistent failures to address illicit financial activity.
Iran ratifies law to join UN convention against terror financing
Iran was returned to the FATF blacklist of non-cooperative countries in 2020, which includes North Korea and Myanmar.
More Thai rivers and downstream communities at risk from Myanmar’s rare earth mines
New satellite data identified 513 sites of rare-earth mining that have cropped up across at least six key tributaries of the Mekong, Salween and Irrawaddy rivers in Myanmar over the past 10 years.
Why So Many Young People Work Voluntarily in Myanmar’s Scam Compounds
Lack of alternatives and unbeatable salaries are among many reasons why disadvantaged young Southeast Asians work gladly in the borderland scam centers of Myawaddy.
Investment opportunities in Myanmar improving
A modernised investment law, improving energy security and public health, along with abundant resources, are making Myanmar a more attractive destination for Thai investors, say executives with …
Pope Leo XIV appeals for peace in Myanmar
Pope Leo XIV launched an appeal on Sunday for an immediate ceasefire in Myanmar, where intermittent fighting – ongoing since 2021 – intensified over the past several weeks.
Rights watchdog urges regional leaders to reject Myanmar “sham elections” at upcoming summit
Human Rights Watch (HRW) on Friday called on Southeast Asian and global leaders gathering for the ASEAN Summit and East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur later this month to take a firm stand against …
Myanmar’s new military government orders to temporarily block internet access
“In the directive, the MoTC cites legal basis in Myanmar’s Telecommunication Law, and references circulation of fake news, stability of the nation and interest of the public as basis for the order.
Asean faces diplomatic dilemma over Myanmar junta’s ‘sham’ election
Pressure is mounting on Asean chair Malaysia to issue a statement that outright rejects the election and any government that emerges from it.