Jan 05, 2013 (English Version)

Plight of Displaced Kachin Worsens, Aid Groups Warn

The health and safety of 100,000 villagers displaced by the Kachin conflict is worsening as aid supplies run out and fighting intensifies, relief workers warn. Read More

Kachin Refugees Fearful after Fighting Escalates

Kachins living in makeshift camps described their terror at the army’s use of air power during fighting with Kachin rebels seeking more autonomy. Read More

I Write Just to Be ‘A Good Citizen,’ Says Ma Thida

Leading Burmese writer Ma Thida explains why she continues to cover the country’s politics and recalls how her prison experiences influenced her life and works. Read More

Suu Kyi Remains Silent as Burma Burns

There is no good reason for Aung San Suu Kyi to remain aloof from the conflicts wracking the country she hopes to lead. Read More

Indonesia Pledges $1 Million Assistance for Rakhine

The Indonesian government plans to pledge $1 million in humanitarian aid to the state of Rakhine in Burma to help alleviate the sufferings of the Rohingya ethnic group there. Read More

Burma’s Banks Prepare Phone Apps for Easy Money Transfers

The mobile phone applications, which could be ready in April, are expected to ease the flow of funds as Burma opens up to businesses. Read More