Burma
Explosion kills 55 people in Myanmar, wounds dozens, source unknown
The TNLA said on Sunday it had been storing the explosives that detonated "for use in mining operations."
Why is Myanmar's junta holding an election during a civil war? - explainer
Final phase of Myanmar's election underway, military-backed party set to win
Over 70 Rohingya dead or missing after boat capsizes off Indonesia's Aceh
Rohingya insurgents say they have no option but to fight Myanmar
The United Nations condemned the Myanmar military campaign as ethnic cleansing.
Will the world remain silent on massacres and ethnic cleansing in Myanmar?
Conflict in Rakhine state in Myanmar between Rohingya Muslims, state authorities and Buddhists, have taken place frequently over the last years.
Congressional bill named for Elie Wiesel aims to stop genocides
The Elie Wiesel Genocide and Atrocities Prevention Act of 2017 introduced Thursday serves to improve US efforts to prevent major casualties overseas.
Moses Samuels, leader of Burma’s minuscule Jewish community, dies at 65
Son of longtime head of Southeast Asian nation's Jewish population to take place of father at synagogue in Yangon.
Gauging US-Burma relations in 2012
The longevity and durability of bilateral relations between the two nations will be contingent upon how democratic transition progresses inside Burma.
Burmese mirage for Obama?
Celebrating the move from military rule to civilian rule may be premature.
Commentary on the Commentary: Dropcap politics
The history of the ‘drop cap,’ the large letter at the beginning of a news story sheds light on our political differences.
Burma should seize the opportunity
As Burma begins to experience a fledgling democracy, the international community should continue to extend support and provide necessary assistance.
Aung San Suu Kyi should not avoid minority problems
The latest US government’s decision to lift economic sanctions should be a new impetus for both the Thein Sein government and Suu Kyi-led opposition to address ethnic conflict and human-rights violations in minority territories.
US-Burma relations: From isolation to engagement
After years of isolation and sanctions, US-Burma relations have seen improvements in recent months.
