Tensions are running high in Ayeyarwady’s capital. After a string of assassinations, junta authorities recently put Pathein under martial law, imposing a curfew and tightening security checks for those moving…
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Army chief pledges to cooperate with Htin Kyaw
Min Aung Hlaing congratulated incoming president Htin Kyaw and pledged cooperation, after he was elected as the country’s ninth president.
Two steps forward, one step back
Lawmakers and activists assess the performance of the current parliament, as the NLD prepares to take the reigns in 2016.
Suu Kyi meets retired Snr-Gen. Than Shwe
Suu Kyi reportedly met with retired Snr-Gen. Than Shwe in Naypyidaw on Friday, following meetings with top government members earlier in the week.
Reflections of a first-time voter
Thin Lei Win reflects on her feelings of civic duty pride after voting for the very first time, after living abroad during the flawed 2010 election.
Trials of a first-time voter
Thin Lei Win was too young to vote in the 1990 election, and lived abroad during the 2010 failed ballot. Now back in Burma, she is eager to have her…