Earthquake in Myanmar claims 3,354 lives
MANDALAY — The aftermath of the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck central Myanmar on March 28 continues to unfold, with the death toll climbing to 3,354, according to updated figures released by state media. An additional 4,850 people have been … Continue reading Earthquake in Myanmar claims 3,354 lives
Earthquake Disaster: Death Toll Surpasses 1,900
BANGKOK/MANDALAY – The devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28, continues to claim lives, with the confirmed death toll rising to over 1,900 in Myanmar and at least 23 fatalities reported in Thailand, including 18 in Bangkok. Rescuers are … Continue reading Earthquake Disaster: Death Toll Surpasses 1,900
Earthquake Strikes Myanmar and Thailand: Hundreds Dead
BANGKOK – A catastrophic earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale struck central Myanmar near Mandalay at 12:50 PM local time on March 28. The seismic event caused widespread destruction and was felt across neighboring countries, including Thailand and parts of … Continue reading Earthquake Strikes Myanmar and Thailand: Hundreds Dead
Thai Police Dismantle Cross-Border Fraud Syndicate
BANGKOK – Thai police have dismantled a massive US$187 million international fraud ring, arresting 10 suspects, including Chinese nationals, in a sweeping operation aimed at crippling organized cybercrime syndicates operating along the country’s borders. Authorities are now seeking 22 additional … Continue reading Thai Police Dismantle Cross-Border Fraud Syndicate
Thai PM Condemns Myanmar Navy’s Use of Force
BANGKOK – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra criticized Myanmar’s navy after it fired on Thai fishing boats on November 30, killing one fisherman, injuring two, and detaining dozens. The vessels were reportedly 7.4-10.6km inside Myanmar’s waters near Ranong, though Ms. … Continue reading Thai PM Condemns Myanmar Navy’s Use of Force
ICC Seeks Arrest Warrant for Myanmar Military Leader
THE HAGUE – The International Criminal Court (ICC) announced today on its intent to issue an arrest warrant for Myanmar’s military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, for crimes against humanity, citing evidence of the systematic persecution and deportation of the Rohingya. … Continue reading ICC Seeks Arrest Warrant for Myanmar Military Leader
ASEAN Seeks Myanmar-Resolution at Lao conference
VIENTIANE – In a significant gathering in Vientiane, Laos, ASEAN diplomats convened to deliberate on the pressing South China Sea disputes and the escalating conflict in Myanmar. As the chair of ASEAN for the current year, Laos has been at … Continue reading ASEAN Seeks Myanmar-Resolution at Lao conference
Myanmar: Appeals for International Flood Aid
YANGON – In the wake of Typhoon Yagi’s devastating passage, Myanmar is grappling with a humanitarian disaster of alarming proportions. The remnants of the typhoon have unleashed severe flooding and landslides, displacing over 230,000 citizens and inflicting significant damage across … Continue reading Myanmar: Appeals for International Flood Aid
BAGO : A Sacred Beacon of Tradition and Renewal
BAGO, Myanmar – Amidst the ancient city of Bago, where time weaves a tapestry of history, the Kyaik Pyinnyarya Pagoda stands as a testament to devotion, continuity, and spiritual rejuvenation. On the auspicious day of March 17th, a celestial ceremony … Continue reading BAGO : A Sacred Beacon of Tradition and Renewal
ASEAN’s Call for a Myanmar-Owned Solution
VIENTIANE — The crisis in Myanmar, triggered by the military coup three years ago, continues to cast a shadow over the region. In a historic meeting of Southeast Asian foreign ministers held in Laos, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations … Continue reading ASEAN’s Call for a Myanmar-Owned Solution