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Day: June 17, 2016
Inked-in human rights
Dutch artist Sander Van Bussel brings his “Human Rights Tattoo” project to Burma, marking his first foray into Asia.
Power line clear-up planned for Rangoon
The move follows a chain of fatal incidents across the country, including the electrocution of a seven-year-old girl in Magwe earlier this week.
13 youths sentenced for ties to Arakan rebels
The 13, detained four months ago in the Arakan State capital, apparently confessed to having connections with the AA.
France pledges $225 million for Burma
Visiting French Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault said his country would raise 200 million euros for Burma to support development efforts in the formerly military ruled country.
Police seize drugs in Sagaing, Mandalay
Massive quantities of speed and some heroin have been seized in Sagaing Division and Mandalay as police claim a chain of successes.