A report released today in Bangkok by Human Rights Watch accuses Chinese authorities of forcing Kachin refugees back across the country’s border with Burma, amidst escalating conflict between Kachin armed forces and the Burma’s Army.
A Karen family alleged that they have been abused and expelled from their home by the Dawei Princess Company are now seeking help from the local Karen National Union (KNU) office.
According to researcher Khun Chankhe, PaO Youth Organization (PYO), the previous two 5 year phases of Naypyitaw’s 15 year master plan have failed to end poppy cultivation in the PaO Self-Administered Zone (SAZ) of Shan State.
Over 100 men who are believed to be Bengali immigrants were recently arrested on Gwa Island that is situated seven miles away from Gwa Town in Arakan State.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) – which has not worked with Burma for 24 years – has sent a top official to begin a process that could eventually lead to development loans.
When Aung San Suu Kyi arrives in France on Tuesday for a four-day visit, she will be welcomed by President Francois Hollande at the Elysée Palace. France has rolled out all the stops, giving Suu Kyi a reception similar to a head of state. She will arrive in Paris by train from Britain.
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