The Latest Breaking News from Myanmar

'Seriously concerned': Quad joint statement flags water cannons, blocked ships in South and East China Seas

India, US, Japan, and Australia foreign ministers met in New Delhi. They voiced serious concerns over the South China and East China Seas. The group also condemned terrorism and North Korea's actions. New frameworks for critical minerals, energy security, and maritime surveillance were launched. The ministers also addressed online scams…

The Economic Times · May 26

Aung Myint's 'Clash' opens at Supples Gallery

Supples Gallery presents paintings and sculptures that underscore the sustained living legacy of a leading figure in Myanmar's contemporary art scene during "Clash", which is running until July 12.

Bangkok Post · May 25

Myanmar military steps up fight for rare earth area and border routes

Myanmar's military has launched renewed offensives into several border regions, including ​a frontier area with critical rare earth deposits and other vital trade routes, ‌a month after a new administration took formal control of the war-torn country.

Bangkok Post · May 25

Bodybuilders show off muscles at Southeast Asian championships

Myanmar hosts the Southeast Asian Bodybuilding Championships in Yangon, with athletes from eight countries competing from May 14 to 18.

Euronews · May 18

Aung San Suu Kyi’s son says there is ‘no credible proof’ his mother is alive

Kim Aris calls on Myanmar’s new government to ‘show proof of life’

The Independent UK · May 18

Myanmar quakes shake Bangkok

Bangkok and at least three provinces were shaken by two moderate earthquakes centered near the southern coast of Myanmar on Monday morning, the Earthquake Observation Division reported.

Bangkok Post · May 18

‘The skill of the fishers with their foot-controlled oars was miraculous’: Alahattin Kanlioğlu’s best phone picture

The Turkish photographer was enchanted by this scene of a flower seller and monks on a lake in Myanmar

The Guardian - UK · May 16

How menstruation is being weaponised in war

The Tatmawdaw – the military government in Myanmar – has reportedly expanded a ban on menstrual products from being transported in the country across key routes, as part of the ongoing civil war in the country.

The Conversation · May 15

Why billions of people could miss out on watching the World Cup

Fifa is yet to secure broadcasting agreements in China, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Thailand, and Myanmar

The Independent UK · May 14

Trump ally Roger Stone condemned for providing lobbying services to Myanmar’s military junta

Stone being paid $50,000 a month to ‘rebuild’ relations between Washington and Myanmar’s military-backed government

The Guardian - UK · May 8