Education Minister Myo Thein Gyi argued successfully that peace must be implemented nationwide before changes to education development in ethnic regions are contemplated.
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The peace process and ethnic education in Burma
As Burma undergoes a period of political transition, ‘first language’ learning in schools is a valuable tool in the ongoing peace process.
Student protests: 13 denied bail
One activist faints at a pre-trial hearing at Tharawaddy court, allegedly from injuries sustained in the police crackdown in Letpadan on 10 March.
Education activists appear in Tharawaddy court
“We have been brought before the court many times, but our case is yet to be heard,” said detained student Yan Paing Soe.
Seven arrested as student protests reignite across Burma
Burmese students and activists take to the streets again, calling for the release of fellow protestors and denouncing the watered-down amendments bill.
Students, monks declare hunger strike
Action announced after authorities in Pegu Division stalled on their demands to continue their rally from Letpadan to Rangoon.