Development Electricity Environment Lead Story News Shan
The Mong Ton dam, proposed for construction along the Salween River, has been pitched as a sustainable way of providing electricity to citizens. But local communities remain skeptical of the benefits.
Culture Ethnic issues Feature Karen Lead Story News
Tourists used to flock to see the legendary ‘long-neck’ women in northern Thailand. Now, amid campaigns to ‘Stop the Human Zoo’, the steady stream of visitors has dried up. And so has their money.
Education Feature Karenni Lead Story News Refugees
Close to the Burmese-Thai border, young Karenni refugees study desperately to gain acceptance into universities worldwide. But with talks of repatriation echoing through the camps, it’s unsure how long they are to stay there.
Coca-Cola has defended its business practices in Burma after a NGO revealed connections with blacklisted company Myanmar Economic Holdings Limited.
A documentary film screening in Thailand tells the story of a passionate human rights activist and proud gay man, and his fight for equality and democracy.
Human Interest Lead Story News Refugees
While most Australians were happily tucking into bacon and eggs on Saturday morning, Jade Horrobin was finishing off the last of her week’s refugee rations.
Chin Ethnic issues Lead Story News
A small community of indigenous Chin people are bearing the brunt of war, reports an NGO, as fighting breaks out in the state’s south.
Interview Kachin Lead Story News Women's Issues
Moon Nay Li and Shirley Seng from KWAT talk to DVB about the ongoing conflict in Burma’s northern states and the difficulties facing Kachin women.
The latest release of 51 underage recruits has been commended internationally as a positive step forwards in the eradication of child soldiers worldwide.
Lead Story Migrants Issues News
Following up on reports of poor working conditions in Thai fish factories, a Finnish NGO finds the situation improved, but problems persist for migrant workers.
Feature Lead Story News Refugees
Life is difficult for many Burmese refugees relocating in Australia, but local volunteers are dedicating themselves to helping the transition.
