World focus on Burma (4 September 2008)
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Red paint campaign commemorates protests
Democratic Voice of Burma, Norway -
The former United Nations special rapporteur on human rights in Burma, Paulo Sergio Pinheiro, said that at least 31 people were killed, though other …
USDA candidates for 2010 election shortlisted
Democratic Voice of Burma, Norway -
The discussion of prospective candidates comes at a time when pro-democracy groups are continuing to protest against the proposed 2010 election. …
Journalist arrested after writing article about a double murder
Reporters without borders (press release), France -
… has voiced support for Burma’s military junta and said that international talks on the future of the country should be held without Aung San Suu Kyi.
The Nightly Noise: Media and Message
Pacific Free Press, Canada -
Historian Mark Curtis explains: “Since 1945, rather than occasionally deviating from the promotion of peace, democracy, human rights and economic …
Joint chiefs chairman expects troop agreement
Coastal Courier, GA -
Mullen cited the US relief roles following earthquakes in China and Pakistan, and a humanitarian mission after a cyclone hit Burma and a tsunami struck …
New report warns of stronger cyclones
Radio Australia, Australia -
In the wake of Hurricane Gustav and earlier this year, Cyclone Nargis in Burma, American scientists say global warming will only boost the power of the …
Victory of Thailand’s coup-makers
United Press International, Asia, Hong Kong -
… a member of the Asian Human Rights Commission with over 15 years of experience as an advocate of human rights and the rule of law in Thailand and Burma. …
Growth in visitor figures for Asia Pacific region
Luxury Travel magazine, UK -
… to be on the verge of a tourism revival – saw a 6.9 per cent growth, while unsurprisingly visitor numbers to Myanmar (Burma) dropped almost 29 per cent. …
Former Thai Prime Minister Prem Tinsulanonda speaks during a news conference in Bangkok March 15, 2006. (REUTERS/Chaiwat Subprasom/Files)
Malaysia Star, Malaysia -
Besides minor operations in Vietnam, and the occasional border skirmish with Myanmar, it has fought only one proper war — a three month affair against …
MYANMAR: Government cuts currency red tape for donors?
IRINnews.org, NY -
YANGON, 4 September 2008 (IRIN) – The UN is calling on donors to give more generously to an international appeal for victims of Cyclone Nargis, …
Reporter Arrested over Murder Story
The Irrawaddy News Magazine, Thailand -
It is common practice in Burma for news of crimes written by independent reporters to be censored. All stories in the print media must pass through the …
Burmese Media Silent on Thai Turmoil
The Irrawaddy News Magazine, Thailand -
Samak recently described Burmese pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi as a “political tool” of the West, and suggested that international efforts to engage …
Suu Kyi ready to meet with minister
Peninsula On-line, Qatar -
Source ::: AP yangon • A report that detained Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi refused to meet with the government minister who acts as her …
… were “very fortunate” to unearth in Myanmar (Burma) a piece of fossilized tree sap known as amber containing parts of a hundred-million-year-old gecko. …
Times of India, India -
Caught between engagement and isolation, Burma, renamed Myanmar by its dictatorial military junta, is in a state of decline. What was once the richest land …
Dalai Lama, Tsvangirai, Betancourt on 2008 Sakharov prize list
AFP -
Among the previous winners are former South African leader Nelson Mandela, Burmese opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi and ex-UN secretary general Kofi …
Famous Author Summers in Sandwich
Cape Cod Today, MA -
There is a direct road to Burma from China’s Kumming. They could easily have helped. Burma or Myanmar is very much like North Korea. Ang San Sui Ki, …
Ghana: “Free And Fair Elections, De L’ Afrique”
AllAfrica.com, Washington -
Myanmar , (Formerly Burma) tops the world in that regard!! Truly, those who have studied ancient history and especially European history will easily fish …
