Forests are a critical resource for people in Myanmar, in particular for ethnic minorities such as the Karen people. Neglecting forest management in conflict-affected areas can increase conflict risks …
Myanmar assures China to take back Rohingyas
Bangladesh, Myanmar and China are planning to hold foreign minister-level tripartite talks after Myanmar’s national election in November to begin the repatriation of Rohingyas wit …
Arakan Army Forces Villagers in Myanmar’s Chin State to Donate Rice Amid Food Shortage
2020-10-22 — The rebel Arakan Army is forcing citizens to donate rice or sell it at huge markdowns in western Myanmar’s Chin State, where food is scarce and transportation networks have broken down …
Border Trade Authorities Wary of Myanmar’s COVID-19 Second Wave
Since a recent spike in infections, border authorities in China and Thailand have tightened restrictions on trade with Myanmar.
US: UNSC’s P5 members have special obligation to end violence in Myanmar
The US has announced nearly $200 million in additional humanitarian assistance for Rohingya refugees, host communities in Bangladesh …
Hong Kong still keen to invest in Myanmar despite pandemic
Hong Kong investors expressed interest to look for new opportunities in Myanmar, during a recent webinar organised by the Myanmar-Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Petronas cutting Myanmar headcount amid strategic review
Malaysia’s national oil and gas company Petronas is reviewing its business portfolio and operations because of the prevaling market conditions. Petronas has already started cutting the workforce at …
TCS BaNCS Cloud Helps Myanmar-Based Insurer Accelerate Innovation and Enhance Customer Experience
Tata Consultancy Services’ Integrated Cloud Offering on SaaS to Help KBZ Speed Up New Product Development and Deliver Superior Customer Service. YANGON | MUMBAI, October 21, 202 …
Petronas retrenches workers in Myanmar as the national oil firm reviews its operations
KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 21): Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) today acknowledged that there have been job cuts at its Yetagun offshore gas field in Myanmar. The national oil firm said this is part of a …
Myanmar’s first openly gay candidate kindles hopes for LGBT+ rights
Myo Min Htun, who is bidding to be elected as Myanmar’s first openly gay lawmaker next month, knows what discrimination feels like in a country where same-sex relations can be punished with 10 years …