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EU credits Suu Kyi govt for improved rights record
Praising Burma's progress on human rights, the European Union said that it would not introduce a resolution condemning the country's record for the first time in 15 years.
Nearly 12,000 refugees from Burma resettle in US since last year
The total figure includes more than 2,500 Rohingya refugees, up from just over 650 the year before.
Activists warn of ‘copycat’ prosecutions after Thai verdict
A guilty verdict for a British activist in Thailand charged with defamation for alleging ill-treatment of migrant workers at a big fruit company sets an alarming precedent, say rights groups.
Thai court finds Andy Hall guilty of defamation
The verdict against the prominent migrant rights defender is expected to have a chilling effect on efforts to protect foreign workers in Thailand.
US senate bill aims to keep focus on rights in Burma
Senior US senators will introduce legislation intended to preserve a focus on human rights issues in Burma, amid expectations that the Obama administration will further ease or lift sanctions.
Suu Kyi, Annan kick off Arakan panel
State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and former UN chief Kofi Annnan convened the first meeting of the Arakan Commission on Monday, ahead of a planned visit to the troubled region tomorrow.