Jan 20, 2010 (DVB), The International Labour Organisation has agreed the extension of a 'supplementary understanding' with the Burmese government regarding illegal use of forced labour in the country. The…
Day: January 20, 2010
Election 'preparation' barred from media
Jan 20, 2010 (DVB), Burmese media has been banned from publishing material covering political groups' preparations for the elections this year, while news of the elections themselves is allowed. The…
India urges Burma to hunt for rebels
Jan 20, 2010 (DVB), India's ongoing problem with its Northeastern rebels will likely dominate talks between the Burmese junta and India's home secretary, who is currently in Naypyidaw. The focus…
US citizen reportedly in solitary confinement
Jan 20, 2010 (DVB), The Burmese-born US citizen detained in a Rangoon prison has been placed in solitary confinement, along with two other inmates, prison sources say. The reasons for…
US 'needs clear steps' on Burma reform
Jan 20, 2010 (DVB), The US yesterday signaled a growing impatience with the Burmese regime after complaining that it had received a "mixed bag" of results following its decision to…