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Mandalay to expand CCTV coverage
The authorities in Mandalay are planning to install more CCTV cameras across the central Burma city as part of a plan to more effectively fight crime.
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Civilian ‘special police’ to provide security during election
The Burmese Police Force have recruited some 40,000 civilians as ‘special police’, to assist with security during the 8 November general election.
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‘No Muslim City’ police warn Suu Kyi’s security guards
NLD leader takes campaign tour to Arakan, but her security detail is stopped and accused of being Muslims.
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Foreign Affairs Lead Story Military News
Meeting with Min Aung Hlaing ‘fruitful’: PM Modi
Burma’s military chief and Indian PM Narendra Modi discuss plans to deepen defence and security engagement, including maritime affairs.
Internal, external threats keep national alert level at ‘yellow’
The security risk in Burma remains unaltered due to domestic and international dangers, say police in Naypyidaw.
Security increased in Rangoon in wake of Al-Qaeda threat
Rangoon Region Border Affairs and Security Ministry said it has beefed up security in the wake of a declaration by Al-Qaeda leader Ayman Al-Zawahiri that the terror network expand its jihad to India, Bangladesh and Burma.
Burma enlists Interpol help ahead of ASEAN summit
Burmese police have brought in Interpol to help with security measures at Rangoon International Airport ahead of the 24th ASEAN Summit due to be hosted in Burma this weekend.
Rangoon gets security-conscious for Thingyan
Rangoon Division police say they are implementing various security measures to ensure the safety of all revellers during the Thingyan water festival
US accuses Burma of continuing military ties to N Korea
Burma is among a “core” group of nations still receiving conventional weapons from North Korea, says a 2013 US Department of Defense report to Congress, made public on Wednesday.
150 constitutional clauses should be amended, says NLD
Suu Kyi’s party says it has prepared about 150 points or clauses that it will present as suggested amendments to the 2008 constitution; meanwhile The Lady is up and walking again after a bunion operation.
Security beefed up in Rangoon following bombings
Security in townships across Rangoon has been stepped up following the recent spate of bomb attacks across the country.
Underground tunnels built at Naypyidaw
Jan 19, 2009 (DVB), The Burmese military has ordered the construction of an underground network of tunnels between Naypyidaw and the town of Pin Laung in Shan state, according to[…]
Security tight in Sittwe after demonstration
Sep 29, 2008 (DVB), Security has been tightened again in Sittwe after 150 monks staged a silent march on Saturday to commemorate last year's Saffron Revolution, according to local residents.[…]
Monks gather in Sittwe to mark anniversary of boycott
Sep 19, 2008 (DVB), Sittwe monks gathering in the Arakan capital of Sittwe yesterday to mark the one-year anniversary of the monk-led Saffron revolution vowed not to give up their[…]
Ceasefire groups strengthen forces in Shan state
Sep 10, 2008 (DVB), As the SPDC expands its forces in ethnic areas, some of the main ceasefire groups are also strengthening their positions, according to a report by the[…]
Pakokku residents slam security forces' inaction
Sep 9, 2008 (DVB), Residents of Pakokku in Magwe division have criticised the actions of government security forces who failed to respond to an attempted robbery that took place in[…]
Unofficial curfew on businesses in Pyinmana
Sep 8, 2008 (DVB), Authorities in Mandalay division’s Pyinmana, near the SPDC’s administrative capital Naypyidaw, have issued an order to local restaurants and shops to close by 11pm, according to[…]
Directive orders monks to avoid political activity
Sep 5, 2008 (DVB), A directive has been sent by the state Sangha Maha Nayaka committee to monasteries and lecturing colleges in Chauk, Magwe division, ordering monks not to take[…]
Security tightened in Bago ahead of protest anniversary
Sep 2, 2008 (DVB), As the first anniversary of the September protests approaches, security has been tightened around pagoda compounds in Bago and police have been patrolling the town. Armed[…]
Security stepped up in Pakokku
Aug 29, 2008 (DVB), Barbed wire barriers erected by armed government soldiers on the streets of Pakokku in an effort to prevent demonstrations have brought traffic to a standstill, local[…]
Security forces target Sittwe monasteries
Aug 11, 2008 (DVB), Government authorities beefed up security in Sittwe in Arakan state on Saturday after rumours emerged that monks were planning to stage a protest, according to a[…]
Activists commemorate 8888 despite restrictions
Aug 7, 2008 (DVB), Labour and youth activists have found ways to commemorate the events of 8 August 1988 in spite of tight security and the government's efforts to curb[…]
Security stepped up ahead of 8888 anniversary
Aug 6, 2008 (DVB), As the anniversary of the 8888 uprising draws near, the Burmese military regime has deployed troops and security officials in major cities and increased security measures[…]
Rangoon remains under heavy security
Mar 17, 2008 (DVB), Heavy security has been deployed in front of Rangoon City Hall and a convoy of police and military vehicles have been seen patrolling the city, a[…]
Security presence stepped up in Rangoon
Mar 6, 2008 (DVB), Rangoon residents said that government security forces have been seen at busy junctions in the city, having been out of public view since the crackdown on[…]
Security forces break up NLD group
Jan 24, 2008 (DVB), A group of five National League for Democracy members who were walking in Taunggok township, Arakan state, yesterday were ordered to disperse by security forces, according[…]
Security tightened on buses
Jan 22, 2008 (DVB), State transport authorities have brought in new security measures for buses in Rangoon and Magwe division, which drivers will have to enforce or face a fine.[…]
Police disrupt protest in Taunggok
Jan 17, 2008 (DVB), A protest over commodity prices which was due to take place in Taunggok township, Arakan state, today has been disrupted by police, one of the protest[…]
Increased security in Bago raises local suspicions
Jan 15, 2008 (DVB), In the aftermath of the bomb explosion in Bago division on 11 January, local residents have expressed their suspicions about heightened security measures put in place[…]
Camp committee investigates refugee's death
Dec 20, 2007 (DVB), Following the death of a young refugee from Karenni refugee camp 1 in Mae Hong Son district in Thailand, the camp committee is preparing a case[…]
