Myanmar
USAID noticeably absent as post-earthquake help starts arriving in Myanmar
The administration of US President Trump informed Congress on March 28 of plans to cut nearly all remaining jobs at USAID and close the agency - even as the president pledged American assistance to Myanmar following a devastating earthquake.
Death toll in Myanmar earthquake could hit 10,000 claims US agency
The death toll from the March 28 M7.7 earthquake in Myanmar has reportedly moved past the 1000 mark. It is expected to climb further with some claims hinting at several thousand people still unaccounted for.
M7.7 earthquake leads to Bangkok building collapse – fatalities confirmed
Two construction workers have been confirmed dead at a Bangkok building collapse with more fatalities expected.
Magnitude 7.7 earthquake rocks much of Southeast Asia
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit central Myanmar on Friday, March 28 at 2.20 pm, with the tremors felt as far away as neighbouring Thailand and China to the northeast as well as Bangladesh and India to the west.
Myanmar junta chief to attend regional summit in Bangkok
Myanmar's military leader, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, is expected to attend a regional summit in Thailand in April, marking his first visit to an Association of Southeast Asian Nations member state since 2021.
Why India’s adversaries force it to engage with authoritarian regimes
These ‘enemy of my enemy is my friend’ dynamics, while fraught with challenges, offer New Delhi the opportunity to secure its regional influence, contain cross border threats, and protect its economic and strategic assets.
Everywhere is temporary as frequent air raids keep Myanmar's displaced on the move
For the past four years, Ma Moe, 40, has been living a life of uncertainty. Originally from Demoso in Karenni state, Myanmar, she and her family have moved three times, fleeing relentless airstrikes and artillery attacks.
Myanmar junta's chief visits Russia, set to meet Putin
Myanmar’s military leader, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, is in Russia for what is only his second meeting with President Vladimir Putin, according to an announcement by the Kremlin.
Myanmar military trainers extorting money from families of forcibly recruited soldiers
Families of individuals forcibly recruited into Myanmar's military junta told bno IntelliNews that so-called training instructors are extorting money from them.
The cost of survival in Myanmar: Sustainability vs deforestation in war-torn Chin State
How those on the ground in Myanmar are being forced to abandon sustainable living — just to survive.
Xi Jinping, Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra discuss online scams, strengthen ties amid global uncertainty
China's President Xi Jinping welcomed Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to Beijing on February 6, marking a significant moment in the 50th anniversary of China-Thailand diplomatic relations.
Myanmar junta slammed on fourth anniversary of coup as protests erupt worldwide
Western countries condemn the military regime for its "escalating violence against civilians, including human rights abuses, sexual and gender-based violence".
Authorities seize $3.8mn of meth in northeastern India
India's Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has intercepted two major drug consignments worth a combined $3.8mn in northeastern India. The seizures were part of a larger anti-drug operation targeting organised trafficking networks in the region.
Hundreds of children killed or injured in Myanmar in 2024: UNICEF
UNICEF in Myanmar has reported a devastating toll on children in the country through 2024, with over 750 children killed or injured due to the escalating armed conflict.