A U.N. agency says Myanmar’s military government has rescinded its approval for international organizations to distribute food, shelter and medicines to thousands of residents in cyclone-hit areas in …
Myanmar Junta Bans Dollars for Border Trade With China
In a bid to reduce its dependence on US dollars, Myanmar’s military regime has made it mandatory for exporters and importers to use yuan in trade transactions with China. The order, issued on June 1 …
Myanmar Junta Bans Dollars for Border Trade With China
In a bid to reduce its dependence on US dollars, Myanmar’s military regime has made it mandatory for exporters and importers to use yuan in trade transactions with China. The order, issued on June 1 …
Israeli arms manufacturer sent equipment to Myanmar despite US embargo, says report
Under international human rights standards on business and human rights … rights impacts linked to the end-use of their products and services,” Justice for Myanmar said in a statement. “Justice For …
Despite U.S. Embargo, Israeli Arms Maker Sent Equipment to Myanmar
Israeli CAA makes firearms and accessories. Bill of lading shows $5 million shipment to sanctioned Myanmar broker. Photos show its gun-parts on Myanmar army rifles. Two U.S. citizens were on the firm’ …
Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh camps protest demanding repatriation to Myanmar
Tens of thousands of Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh protested on Thursday, demanding to be repatriated to Myanmar, so they can leave behind the squalid camps that they have lived in since fleeing a …
Rohingya protest in Bangladesh, demand repatriation to Myanmar
Tens of thousands of Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh protested on Thursday, demanding to be repatriated to Myanmar, so that they could leave the squalid camps they have lived in since fleeing a brutal …
Bangladesh must suspend plans to return Rohingya refugees to Myanmar: Rights expert
Bangladesh must “immediately suspend” a pilot repatriation project for Rohingya refugees to return to Myanmar, where they face “serious risks” to their lives and freedom, a UN-appointed independent …
Bangladesh must suspend pilot project for Rohingyas’ return to Myanmar: UN expert
Bangladesh must immediately suspend a pilot repatriation project for Rohingya refugees to return to Myanmar, where they ‘face serious risks’ to their lives and liberty, a United Nation’s expert said …
Role of global corporates in Myanmar’s torment
Two years into the military recapturing power, there does not seem to be a let-up to the torment of the people of Myanmar. The latter are putting up sustained and spirited armed opposition to the …