Protests against a military coup in Myanmar showed no sign of abating with more planned across the country on Wednesday, as Southeast Asian neighbours struggled for consensus in their efforts to end …
Myanmar police break up protests as ASEAN diplomatic effort stalls
Security forces fired in the air and used tear gas to break up anti-junta demonstrations in Myanmar’s two biggest cities on Wednesday, witnesses said, a day after a regional diplomatic push to help …
Malaysia calls for Suu Kyi’s release
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia has called for the release of Aung San Suu Kyi, President U Win Myint and their associates by the Myanmar military and for dialogue to take place between the parties concerned.
Myanmar’s United Nations seat is now under dispute
Kyaw Moe Tun says he represents Myanmar’s civilian government led by Aung San Suu Kyi, which was overthrown last month in a military coup. Suu Kyi has now been detained alongside other government …
Possible Showdown Over Myanmar Ambassador Looms at U.N.
The military junta in Myanmar wants to replace its United Nations’ envoy, but he isn’t leaving. “We’re in a very unique situation,” the U.N. spokesman said.
Myanmar Coup Crisis Grows After Years of US Neglect
Anti-coup protesters display pictures of deposed Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi in Yangon, Myanmar, Tuesday, March 2, 2021. Police in Myanmar repeatedly used tear gas and rubber bullets Tuesday …
Exclusive: Myanmar U.N. envoy formally stakes claim as legitimate representative
Myanmar’s ambassador to the United Nations in New York formally staked his claim as the country’s legitimate representative in letters – seen by Reuters on Tuesday – to the U.N. General Assembly …
Myanmar’s neighbours press for Suu Kyi’s release, restoration of democracy
The calls from fellow members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) came as Myanmar police again opened fire to disperse crowds after weeks of demonstrations against military rule.
Philippines calls for release of Myanmar’s Suu Kyi, return to previous state of affairs
The Philippines’ foreign minister on Tuesday called for the release of ousted Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi following a coup that has resulted in weeks of protests in the Southeast Asian nation.
Japan’s Myanmar Dilemma: How Hard To Push Against Military Coup Leaders?
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on Myanmar’s coup leaders. For Japan, among the most influential countries in Myanmar, it’s not so simple.