Myanmar

The Rohingyas resist shift to nowhere island

The future of the million Rohingyas in Bangladesh is uncertain. The government wants the community en masse to be shifted to a floating island in the middle of the Bay of Bengal. What does this mean for the stateless Rohingya? Only time will tell
May 19

Myanmar parliament picks Suu Kyi confidant as new president

The outgoing president, Htin Kyaw, who was also close to Suu Kyi, retired “in order to take rest from the current duties and responsibilities” amid visible weight loss and speculation over his health.
Mar 28

Myanmar president Htin Kyaw resigns

The statement posted on the presidency’s Facebook page said Htin Kyaw wanted to “take a rest”.
Mar 21

Myanmar probes grave after soldiers seen detaining men

The conflict is separate to the Rohingya crisis in the west of the country, but security forces are similarly accused of committing frequent abuses against civilians.
Mar 09

Bangladesh agrees with Myanmar to complete Rohingya return in two years

Statements from the Myanmar and Bangladesh foreign ministries said Bangladesh would set up five transit camps on its side of the border.
Jan 17

‘We Would Rather Die Than Be Sent Back’

In Nuh district of Haryana, the fate of 372 Rohingya […]
Sep 06

Three Rohingya Killed by Security forces in Myanmar

Myanmar security forces are engaged in a ‘clearance operation’ in […]
Jun 22
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