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The Junta’s Ethnic Allies: What Motivates EAOs Fighting for the Myanmar Military?

Source: Irrawaddy

Published on Feb. 18, 2025, 6:54 a.m.

The 2021 coup has seen an increase in the number of ethnic armed organizations fighting the Myanmar military, but some are cooperating with the regime. A number of these junta-friendly ethnic armies have considerable strength, and should not be underestimated. 

Ko Oo | Irrawaddy

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The Inspiring Model of Community Conserved Territories in Myanmar

Source: Transnational Institute

Published on Feb. 17, 2025, 11:48 p.m.

In this commentary, the KESAN network describes the recent establishment of the Thawthi Taw-Oo Indigenous Park, bringing local communities together to protect ecological systems and ways of life that are under threat. 

Commentary | Karen Environmental and Social Action Network (KESAN)

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Joint force led by AA launches offensive against 344 Artillery Battalion in Ayeyarwady’s Yegyi

Source: Myanmar Peace Monitor

Published on Feb. 17, 2025, 11:02 p.m.

Since 15 February, the joint force led by the Arakha Army (AA) has initiated an offensive targeting the No. 344 Artillery Battalion near Nga Thaing Chaung town in Yegyi Township, Ayeyarwady Region, according to sources with close ties to the military.

Myanmar Peace Monitor

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Be wary of BGF pledges

Source: Bangkok Post

Published on Feb. 17, 2025, 7:38 p.m.

Is the BFG really committed to eradicating these scam syndicates, or was it just a tactical manoeuvre aimed to temporarily ease the pressure from Thailand?

Editorial | Bangkok Post

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Chinese assistant minister to meet Karen warlord about scams and human trafficking

Source: Thai PBS World

Published on Feb. 17, 2025, 10:53 a.m.

Chinese Assistant Minister for Public Safety Liu Zhongyi is scheduled to meet the leader of the Karen Border Force (BGF), Saw Chit Thu, in Myawaddy township today

Thai PBS World

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Funeral ceremony in the birthplace: ten suspects arrested in connection with the murder of Father Donald Martin Ye Naing Win

Source: Agenzia Fides

Published on Feb. 17, 2025, 10:30 a.m.

The moving participation of the people, according to Fides sources present at the celebration, set the scene for the Mass during which the Archbishop read the message of the Apostolic Nunciature in Yangon and the condolences of the Bishops' Conference of Myanmar

Agenzia Fides

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Ta’ang Rebels Start Talks With Myanmar Junta in China

Source: Irrawaddy

Published on Feb. 17, 2025, 10:25 a.m.

“The talks are continuing today, and we will release a statement when they are finished,” Major General Tar Bhone Kyaw, the TNLA secretary general, told The Irrawaddy. “At this moment, we can’t say anything else.”

Hein Htoo Zan | Irrawaddy

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Myanmar junta frees nearly 1,000 Rohingya from prison, group says

Source: Radio Free Asia

Published on Feb. 17, 2025, 10:19 a.m.

There are fears those being released could be pressed into joining junta forces in Rakhine state.

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Open Letter from Southeast Asian Parliamentarians and Civil Society: A Call for Inclusive and Decisive ASEAN Action on Myanmar Under Malaysia’s Madani Leadership

Source: ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights

Published on Feb. 17, 2025, 10:05 a.m.

As the fourth anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar marks another year of hardship, we reflect on the immense suffering endured by its people and the urgent need for ASEAN to take a more principled, compassionate, and effective approach to addressing the crisis. 

Open Letter | Asian Parliamentarians and Civil Society

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Besieged Western Command on brink of falling into AA hands

Source: Development Media Group

Published on Feb. 17, 2025, 9:55 a.m.

The Western Command oversees military operations in Arakan State and Paletwa in neighbouring Chin State. The command was established in 1972 and was initially based in Sittwe.

May Gyi Shin | Development Media Group

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