Tag: MYANMAR
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Typhoon Yagi Triggers Deadly Floods and Landslides Across Southeast Asia
Typhoon Yagi has left a trail of destruction across Southeast Asia, causing deadly floods and landslides. The natural disaster has wreaked havoc in several countries in the region, leading to significant loss of life and property. The video report from FRANCE 24 English details the extent of the damage, the ongoing rescue and relief operations,…
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Dozens of Rohingya Civilians Reportedly Killed in Myanmar’s Rakhine State Amid Conflict
In a recent development from Myanmar, dozens of civilians belonging to the Muslim Rohingya minority have reportedly been killed in an alleged attack by separatist rebels in the western state of Rakhine. The incident, which took place last week near the town of Buthidaung, is said to have resulted in at least 150 fatalities as…
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Report Reveals Volkswagen Subsidiary’s Business Links to Myanmar Military Amid Human Rights Concerns
A recent investigation reveals potential business connections between a Chinese truck manufacturer partly owned by Volkswagen’s subsidiary Traton, and Myanmar’s military junta, accused of human rights abuses and under sanctions by the EU and US. The report, titled “Faulty Transmission,” is a collaboration between C4ADS and Justice for Myanmar, highlighting the importance of thorough monitoring…
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Young Burmese Men Flee to Thailand to Escape Forced Conscription Amid Civil War
Thousands of young Burmese are fleeing to Thailand to escape mandatory military service introduced by Myanmar’s ruling junta, seeking refuge from a civil war and the prospect of being conscripted into an army known for its brutality towards recruits. The introduction of conscription has made 13 million young Burmese eligible for military service, triggering a…
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Myanmar Rebels Intensify Fight Against Military Regime Amid Civil War Turmoil
In a detailed report from Myanmar, the BBC provides an insight into the ongoing civil war between rebel forces and the military regime. Despite the challenges of restricted press freedom and difficulty accessing the region, the BBC team successfully embedded with the rebel groups in Kayin State. The conflict escalated after the military coup three…
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Refugee Crisis Intensifies at India-Myanmar Border Amid Ongoing Conflict
Tensions are rising at the India-Myanmar border as thousands of refugees from Myanmar’s Chin ethnic group flee to northeastern India following the military coup in 2021. The influx of over 30,000 refugees, who are not recognized as such by India, has left them in political limbo and struggling to survive. Despite the lack of formal…
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NHK World-Japan Highlights Key Issues: Cambodia’s Performing Arts Revival, Myanmar Press Freedom, and Global Nuclear Waste Challenges
This week, NHK WORLD-JAPAN highlights significant issues and cultural aspects in Asia through its programming lineup. The channel delves into the revival of traditional performing arts in Cambodia, once nearly obliterated under the Pol Pot regime, showcasing the efforts of the last remaining masters to pass their knowledge to new generations. Furthermore, the channel explores…
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Exploring Myanmar’s Current Challenges: Insights from Asian Voices with Echoed Odette
In “ASIAN VOICES 〜 Myanmar at a Crossroads 〜,” NHK WORLD-JAPAN explores the current situation in Myanmar, seeking insights into the country’s future amidst ongoing challenges. The program features a diverse array of opinions from world leaders, luminaries, and prominent figures who share their perspectives on the various political, social, and cultural issues facing Asia…
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NHK WORLD-JAPAN Explores Identity and Change in “Asian Voices: Embracing Myanmar?”
NHK WORLD-JAPAN’s “ASIAN VOICES ~ EMBRACING MYANMAR ? ~” focuses on the current situation in Myanmar, exploring the challenges the country faces amidst its political turmoil. The video provides insights into the lives of the people of Myanmar, their struggles, and the international community’s response to the ongoing crisis. NHK WORLD-JAPAN is “the international service…