Just five days after opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi held a rally at Thuwanna pagoda, the ruling Union and Solidarity Development Party attracted roughly 10,000 people decked out in…
Author: DENE-HERN CHEN
Aye Maung eyes chief minister position
The role of chief minister is a key position in determining a state’s development. In Arakan, the job also involves deatling with the Rohingya issue.
Future parliament ‘half empty’ on human rights?
A survey questioning major political parties reveals that there will still be a lack of commitment in parliament when it comes to human rights issues.
Voter list problems ‘only in Yangon’, says UEC official
A UEC official denies reports that voter lists are riddled with errors across the country, stating most of the issues are concentrated in Rangoon.
UNHCR presents first draft of repatriation plan
The plan envisages a voluntary repatriation of 110,000 refugees residing in Thailand’s camps, drawing mixed reactions from camp leaders.
Burma’s industrial relations at a crossroads
Industrial relations for the garment sector is at a crossroads, with representatives from unions and factories agreeing that both sides need more education and willingness to negotiate in order to…