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Burma’s Parliament Back in Session, Budget is Top Priority
By THE IRRAWADDY
Burma’s Parliament begins its third session, during which it will become the country’s first elected body in decades to consider a national budget.
NEWS ANALYSIS Than Shwe: Karma Chameleon
By SIMON ROUGHNEEN
Did Burma's generals change their colors because their leader feared the karmic consequences of his actions while in power?
Burmese Army Stands Behind President
By YAN PAING
Burmese President Thein Sein’s recent political reform efforts have garnered continuous support within the army, according to military sources. Jailed Karen Leader Facing Trial Again
By ZARNI MANN
Detained Karen National Union leader Mahn Nyein Maung facing trial and possible sentence of life imprisonment or execution despite hints of an immediate release. Preaching to Different Choirs
By PATRICK BOEHLER
Aung San Suu Kyi and Upper House Speaker Khin Aung Myint share their notions of economic strength with two very different audiences. Mind the Gap, Tint Swe Tells Rangoon Journals
By THE IRRAWADDY
The director of Burma's press censorship board summons editors to remind them that they still have to follow the old rules until a new media law is enacted. US Seeks Military Ties, Not Base, in Philippines
By MATTHEW PENNINGTON
The United States says it shares a common interest with the Philippines in protecting freedom of navigation in the South China Sea but is not seeking to re-establish a military base in the country.
SPORTS Nadal Beats Federer to Move into Aussie Open Final
By JOHN PYE
Only the trophy and the tears were missing from this latest Grand Slam installment of Rafa vs. Roger. Change in Burma 'Irreversible': FM
By ZARNI MANN
Burma's foreign minister expresses confidence that by-elections slated for April 1 will be free and fair, and describes reforms initiated last year as “irreversible.” IMF: Burma Could Become Asia’s Next Economic Frontier
By STEPHEN BLOOM
The IMF says Burma has high growth potential but must first institute a series of major economic reforms that would allow the country to take advantage of its resources. NMSP, Govt to Hold Talks Next Month
By LAWI WENG
The New Mon State Party says it will hold another round of peace talks with the Burmese government in Moulmein on the first of February. Art for Rangoon's Sake
By CARLOS SARDINA GALACHE
Rangoon gallery owner Aung Soe Min speaks about contemporary Burmese art and a fickle public. - The Khin Nyunt Factor
- Thein Sein Demonstrates Political Skills in First Foreign Media Interview
- Burma: An End to Civil War?
- Sanctions Debate Heats Up in Naypyidaw
- Than Shwe: Karma Chameleon
- IMF: Burma Could Become Asia’s Next Economic Frontier
- Freed Min Ko Naing Draws Enthusiastic Crowds on His Journey Back Home
- Burma's Censors Tighten Grip Ahead of By-election
- China's Outlaws Find a Second Home in 'Lawless' Burma
- China Leads Tourism Boom in Burma
- Ceasefires Won't Bring Peace
- Chinese 'Myanmar Mini' to Take Over Car Market
- New Doors are Opening in Burma
- After Years of Sadness, a Day of Joy
- The Khin Nyunt Factor
- Burma's Censors Tighten Grip Ahead of By-election
- Nine Years Sleeping on a Cold Concrete Floor
- Ethnic Issue Key to Ending Sanctions: McConnell
Burma’s Parliament begins its third session, during which it will become the country’s first elected body in decades to consider a national budget.
BURMA SPOTLIGHT»
The IMF says Burma has high growth potential but must first institute a series of major economic reforms that would allow the country to take advantage of its resources.
U Gambira, one of the leaders of the 2007 Saffron Revolution, recalls his time in prison for peacefully protesting the economic hardships imposed on Burma's people by their rulers.
Peace in Kachin State could take three years despite the Burmese government’s recent policy of engaging in talks with ethnic armed groups, claims Naypyidaw.
There is reportedly conflict among the members of Burma’s National Defense and Security Council over Western sanctions and Aung San Suu Kyi’s role in determining whether they are reduced.
The Irrawaddy speaks to Ko Ko Gyi, the well-known 88 Generation Students Group leader about conditions in prison and his thoughts now that he is free.
Rangoon gallery owner Aung Soe Min speaks about contemporary Burmese art and a fickle public.
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OPINION
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By DAVID I. STEINBERG
Many in the international community are claiming credit for the progre ...
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By RIMOND HTOO
Burma's ethnic people should know better by now than to believe the co ...
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Editorial: Burma’s Much-Awaited News Finally Arrives
By THE IRRAWADDY
Many of Burma’s most prominent political prisoners have finally been ...
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By KYAW ZWA MOE
Burma is off to a fast start in 2012 with the release of many prominen ...
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By LAHPAI NANG-KAI
Kachin mistrust of the Burmese government goes back to promises made b ...
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LATEST NEWS
US Lawmaker Notes Progress in Burma
US Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, a lead author of annual bills imposing sanctions on Burma, delivered a hopeful and cautiously optimistic message on the country in Washington this week. “Many of us wondered if things would ever change in Burma. After my recent visit, I am pleased to say that change is clearly in the air,” said McConnell, who met with pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi and President Thein Sein during a trip to Burma earlier this month. He added, however, that he did not support “lifting the sanctions that have been imposed unless there is much further progress."
Published on Friday, Jan,27,2012
Suu Kyi Addresses Davos
Speaking via viedolink to delegates at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Aung San Suu Kyi said Burma is on the cusp of a rare and precious opportunity but still needs the cooperation of other countries to make further progress. “I would like to appeal to all those who wish to promote the interests of Burma and other nations and societies struggling for peace and stability, development and prosperity, to support us in our efforts to take the next crucial step that will enable us to bridge the gap between potential and fulfillment,” she said.
Published on Friday, Jan,27,2012
Currency Liberalization 'Top Priority'
Maung Maung, one of the directors of Burma's central bank, said the country must liberalize its foreign exchange controls or it will struggle to carry through economic reforms. The bank, which is set to gain more autonomy under the government’s reform plans, will also concentrate on economic growth and price stability this year, he said. “These are our top priorities, but most of all we must liberalize foreign exchange controls…it’s a fundamental priority to move forward on this,” sMaung Maung, one of eight directors under the central bank’s deputy governor, told the Financial Times.
Published on Friday, Jan,27,2012
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