Human rights activist released from prison
The ALP report accused the Burmese army of extrajudicial killings of captured enemy combatants, as well as forcing civilians to serve as porters.
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UN chief ‘deeply concerned’ by latest Arakan turmoil
The United Nations Secretary General is “deeply concerned” that civilians in conflict-torn northern Arakan State are copping the brunt of violence between Muslim militants and the Burma Army.
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Ann MP resigns from ANP citing policy differences
Htu May was elected to represent Ann constituency in Arakan State after winning the popular vote in the 2015 general election.
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NCA signatories call for Arakan, Shan voices at peace talks
Ceasefire groups urged Naypyidaw to facilitate “national-level political discussions” in Shan and Arakan states.
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Arakan politician faces sedition charges in court
The former deputy chairman of the Arakan Liberation Party, Khine Myo Tun, was arrested two days ago for allegedly accusing the Burmese army of committing war crimes in western Burma.
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Respect the rule of law – and the citizenship act
DVB speaks to Dr. Aye Maung following his appointment as RNP chairman. He discusses the recent RNP conference and the party’s policies, as well as addressing the status of Rohingyas (or Bengalis) in Arakan State.
Nationwide ceasefire, political dialogue appear on the horizon
More than a dozen of Burma’s ethnic leaders reached an agreement with a government delegation on Tuesday that all sides would proceed with plans to establish political dialogue and work towards a nationwide ceasefire.
Two killed as ALA clashes with regime troops
Jul 22, 2008 (DVB), A clash between the Arakan Liberation Army, armed wing of the Arakan Liberation Party, and State Peace and Development Council troops on the morning of 21[…]
Ethnic groups welcome Indian PM's comments
Nov 22, 2007 (DVB), Representatives of the Chin National Front and the Arakan Liberation Party have welcomed comments by the Indian prime minister calling for ethnic parties to be involved[…]
