Myanmar

Myanmar detains US businessman who wrote about military coup, sources say

Myanmar’s president to visit China next week

After five years ruling as armed forces chief, Min Aung Hlaing was sworn in as civilian president in April, in a transition democracy monitors dismissed as a rebranding of military rule.

China arrests US scholar who studies Myanmar on suspicion of spying

China has notified the US consulate general in the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou of the arrest.

Yangon’s furtive party scene belies junta claims of normality

Youngsters living under pressure want to let go but avoid being on the streets late, fearing the military or other armed groups.

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As Indonesia’s top envoy becomes latest from ASEAN to visit Myanmar, analysts warn of risks

Foreign Minister Sugiono visits Myanmar's junta chief-turned-president Min Aung Hlaing in Naypyidaw on June 8, 2026. (Photo Courtesy of Foreign Ministry)

US official found dead in Myanmar, US State Department says

The official was found at Yangon’s Sakura Residence & Hotel, according to two people familiar with the incident.

Philippines foreign minister says she plans to meet Myanmar ethnic groups soon

Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Chair and Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Theresa Lazaro delivers an opening statement during the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting ahead of the 48th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings in Cebu City, Philippines, May 7, 2026. REUTERS/Eloisa Lopez

Thai jobs for Myanmar refugees could show way forward for Asian nations, UN says

The UN said Thailand's model offers lesson for countries such as Bangladesh and Malaysia, which also host large refugee populations.

Hari Raya korban controversy reignites wave of anti-Rohingya sentiment in Malaysia

Rohingya refugees purchase vegetables from a kitchen market at a refugee camp in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh.

Three Myanmar migrants in Thailand killed by errant war drone

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