World Focus on Burma (15 May 08) part 2

Samaritan’s Purse allowed into Myanmar OneNewsNow, MS – Permission to begin the relief flights was received ten days after Cyclone Nargis ravaged Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. The ruling military junta has … Estimated 3.2 Million Burmese Potentially Affected By Cyclone Science Daily (press release) – Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), the researchers calculated the likely distribution of the population of Burma (also known as Myanmar) and … Red Cross: Up to 128000 Dead in Burma Democracy Now, NY – The death toll from Burma’s Cyclone Nargis continues to rise. The military junta’s official toll is at thirty-eight thousand, with another 28000 missing. … Monitors needed to protect Myanmar aid–rights group Inquirer.net, Philippines – “The delivery of relief supplies can’t be left entirely in the hands of Burma’s abusive military, or aid simply won’t reach those most in need,” said Brad … His master’s voice Guardian Unlimited, UK – There is not a chance of this happening in Burma (we still call it Burma, unlike most of the rest of the world, which describes it as Myanmar: sooner or … Myanmar storm survivors fear forced labor United Press International – RANGOON, Myanmar, May 15 (UPI) — Survivors of the Myanmar cyclone are reported being herded into government camps and fear they will used as forced labor. … East Bay immigrants take earthquake and cyclone aid into their own … Daily Review Online, CA – Burmese immigrants have faced additional hurdles in trying to organize relief efforts in Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, in part because of political … ASEAN Chief upbeat on charter ratification Zee News, India – Surin’s remarks came despite Philippine President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s policy that her government will not ratify the charter if Myanmar’s military … Stallone returns as Rambo in special screenings NewHampshire.com, NH – Over the years, his character has helped run international rescue missions that led him to Burma (Myanmar), Vietnam, Afghanistan and Russia. … . TOM WATKINS: The people of Burma/Myanmar are swamped – please help Novi News, MI – … devastation that surrounds many in Michigan, it may be difficult to hear the cries for help half way around the world in Myanmar, also known as Burma. … . FACTBOX – Why Myanmar’s generals stand firm Reuters – all 4,655 news articles » . Myanmar refuses to bow to pressure as UN calls meeting AFP, . Myanmar junta insists aid effort running smoothly Reuters, . Following the deteriorating situation in Burma, Louis Michel calls ... eGov monitor, UK – Commissioner Louis Michel has indicated that he intends to travel to Myanmar Burma next Tuesday, immediately after the meeting. There, he will meet with the …

ASEAN defends its response to Burma Radio Australia, Australia – … entered Myanmar, the assessment team that ASEAN has put together. LOPRESTI: So in your view do you believe ASEAN is doing all it can in terms of Burma? …

Contrasting tale of two disasters Adelaidenow, Australia – First, Cyclone Nargis left an estimated 100000 dead in Burma, with at least 1.5 million people homeless or in need. The toll climbs daily and United Nations …

Canadians off to Myanmar for relief work Belleville Intelligencer, Canada – Canadian emergency shelters are on their way to Myanmar thanks to a joint effort by the Canadian government and the Canadian Red Cross. …

MYANMAR: Cyclone devastates rice market IRINnews.org, NY – “I think the overall projection is of incredible hardship,” said Sean Turnell, a Macquarie University expert on Myanmar and editor of Burma Economic Watch. …

China’s embrace leaves US in cold Asia Times Online, Hong Kong – Since January 2006, China has unilaterally opened 83 trading items to zero tariffs for Cambodia, 91 for Laos, and 87 for Burma. China’s continued effort to …

No second cyclone but heavy rains threaten Burma Bangkok Post, Thailand – The US Joint Typhoon Warning Centre in Hawaii on Tuesday issued a cyclone warning for a gathering storm in the Bay of Bengal, offshore from central Myanmar, …

Brunei to send an official to Myanmar Borneo Bulletin, Brunei Darussalam – By Azlan Othman Brunei will send an official from the Fire and Rescue Department to join the Asean Emergency Rapid Assessment Team (ERAT) to assist Myanmar …

Burma approves pro-military constitution in referendum AOL Canada, Canada – However, Ban said he has now secured support from Burma, also known as Myanmar, its neighbours and key donors to increase the flow of cyclone relief aid and …

Myanmar tightens access to cyclone zone: reporters, aid groups Macau Daily Times, Macau – Myanmar’s ruling junta has tightened access to the cyclone disaster zone in the country’s south, frustrating aid groups trying to bring help to survivors, … . Myanmar cyclone survivor faces a new battle Los Angeles Times, CA – Since the cyclone hit Myanmar, also known as Burma, on May 2-3, no doctor has visited the seven villages where local nurse U Tin Hling is the only trained … Second Struggle For Survival Hartford Courant Deep wounds and broken bones, but no medical aid Sydney Morning Herald all 6 news articles » . TV3 News Burma founders while China copes Toronto Star,  Canada – Ironically, China’s lack of interest in pressuring its ally to let in emergency teams has increased the suffering in Burma (renamed Myanmar by the military … A Tale of Two Disasters Forbes Second Take Business Day Disasters provide stark contrast The Nelson Mail guardian.co.uk – TV3 News all 19 news articles » . CTV.ca Dealing with Burma’s junta TheChronicleHerald.ca, Canada – AS unbelievable as it sounds, Burma’s ruling military regime seems ready to allow tens, perhaps even hundreds, of thousands of its own citizens to die in … Daniel Goldbloom on Cyclone Nargis, The Sichuan Earthquake and … National Post Aid groups believe donations will get to Burma CTV.ca In Burma, a UN Promise Not Kept Washington Post Jacksonville Daily News all 35 news articles » . Burma (Myanmar) cyclone and earthquake in the People’s Republic of … UQ News, Australia – On behalf of the UQ community, I offer deepest condolences to students, staff, alumni and their families affected by the Burma (Myanmar) cyclone and the … .