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How ASEAN can help mediate in Myanmar

How ASEAN can help mediate in Myanmar

ASEAN faces pressure to mediate in a crisis that challenges its principles and unity.
Sun Nov 17 2024
Bangladesh ramps up border vigilance as thousands of Rohingya flee Myanmar

Bangladesh ramps up border vigilance as thousands of Rohingya flee Myanmar

At least 18,000 Rohingya Muslims crossing over in recent months to escape escalating violence in Rakhine state.
Thu Sep 12 2024
On Myanmar's frontline, Rohingya fighters and junta face a common enemy

On Myanmar's frontline, Rohingya fighters and junta face a common enemy

RSO says its fighters have reached an "understanding" with the military not to attack each othRSO says its fighters have reached an "understanding" with the military not to attack each other, as they
Sun Sep 08 2024
Rohingya demand end to violence on seventh anniversary of flight from Myanmar

Rohingya demand end to violence on seventh anniversary of flight from Myanmar

Thousands more are believed to have fled Myanmars Rakhine state in recent weeks, as fighting escalates.
Mon Aug 26 2024
Wounded and grieving, Rohingya flee deadly attacks in Myanmar

Wounded and grieving, Rohingya flee deadly attacks in Myanmar

Crowds had gathered on a small island to seek shelter after witnessing killings in the coastal town of Maungdaw, said a Rohingya refugee.
Sat Aug 17 2024
[OPINION] Myanmar on the brink: A population in desperate need

[OPINION] Myanmar on the brink: A population in desperate need

The humanitarian situation in Myanmar is more serious than ever.
Thu Aug 15 2024
INSIGHT - Myanmar's junta terrorised a Rohingya Muslim town. Then rebels burned it down.

INSIGHT - Myanmar's junta terrorised a Rohingya Muslim town. Then rebels burned it down.

The town of Buthidaung in Rakhine state, Myanmar's largest settlement of minority Rohingya, was on fire and under attack.
Sat Aug 03 2024
Thousands of Rohingya feared trapped in fighting in western Myanmar

Thousands of Rohingya feared trapped in fighting in western Myanmar

A powerful armed ethnic group bears down on junta positions in a coastal town on the country's border with Bangladesh.
Mon Jun 17 2024
Genocide against Rohingya is intensifying, warns Burmese  Rohingya Organisation UK

Genocide against Rohingya is intensifying, warns Burmese Rohingya Organisation UK

The army has resorted to forcibly recruiting Rohingya men and sending them to the frontlines in battle with the AA in Rakhine State.
Thu Apr 04 2024
Why the Rohingya are being treated the way they are

Why the Rohingya are being treated the way they are

Leading precarious lives in camps in Bangladesh and India, stateless Rohingya face an uncertain future.
Sun Mar 31 2024
How can a state make people stateless?

How can a state make people stateless?

The stateless Rohingya community with no rights remains the worlds most vulnerable and at high risk of exploitation.
Fri Mar 29 2024
Rohingya conundrum: Stateless, helpless and unwanted

Rohingya conundrum: Stateless, helpless and unwanted

The Rohingya, a Muslim minority from Myanmar persecuted and run out of their homeland, face a perilous future.
Fri Mar 29 2024
Myanmar rebel group claims control of town bordering India, Bangladesh

Myanmar rebel group claims control of town bordering India, Bangladesh

This marks the latest loss for the military government as it battles rebellion in several parts of the country.
Mon Jan 15 2024
Is the rule of Myanmar's junta under threat?

Is the rule of Myanmar's junta under threat?

Security forces are already stretched by extensive armed opposition and a strong response on one front could expose the military elsewhere.
Sat Nov 25 2023
Myanmar junta says facing 'heavy assault' from insurgents in three states

Myanmar junta says facing 'heavy assault' from insurgents in three states

Myanmar's military has brought unprecedented coordination between anti-military forces that are mounting the biggest challenge to the army.
Thu Nov 16 2023
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM

Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM

Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024

Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024

For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show

King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show

The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth

Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth

A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation

PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation

The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence

Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence

Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman

Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman

The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024