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Australia seen as ‘soft on human rights’ for failing to confront ‘uncomfortable’ history, expert says

Renée Jeffery says country’s ‘discomfort’ stems from reluctance to address own history including treatment of First Nations people

The Guardian - AU

Myanmar jails photojournalist for 20 years on first day of closed trial

Sai Zaw Thaike was arrested in the western state of Rakhine while covering the aftermath of Cyclone Mocha.

Al Jazeera

A Myanmar journalist gets a 20-year sentence for reporting on cyclone's aftermath, news site says

A court in military-ruled Myanmar has sentenced a photojournalist for an underground news agency to 20 years in prison with hard labor for his coverage of the aftermath of a deadly cyclone in May

The Independent UK

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China's premier is on a charm offensive as ASEAN summit protests Beijing's aggression at sea

In talks with Southeast Asian leaders Wednesday in the Indonesian capital, Chinese Premier Li Qiang underscored his country’s importance as the world’s second-biggest economy and as the top trading partner of the region

The Independent UK

Myanmar rejects ASEAN statement condemning violence as ‘one-sided’

Generals lash out after 10-member grouping urges ‘Myanmar Armed Forces in particular’ to end civilian attacks.

Al Jazeera

Indo-Pacific, China map and trade on agenda as PM leaves for Jakarta

PM Modi to attend ASEAN-India Summit, East Asia Summit in Jakarta on September 6-7; issues like Indo-Pacific, trade, Myanmar, China's map likely to be discussed. PM not to hold any bilateral meeting due to shortage of time. PM to return same day ahead of G-20 arrivals. PM's visit seen as…

The Hindu

Q&A: East Timor’s ASEAN membership and the Myanmar conflict

President Jose Ramos-Horta insists East Timor is on track to join ASEAN, which seeks to resolve the crisis in Myanmar.

Al Jazeera

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Myanmar will not be allowed ASEAN leadership in 2026

The move is a new blow to the ruling generals seeking international recognition after seizing power in 2021.

Al Jazeera

Myanmar won't be allowed to lead Association of Southeast Asian Nations in 2026, in blow to generals

Myanmar won’t take over the rotating leadership of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations as scheduled in 2026, in the latest blow to efforts by its ruling generals to gain international recognition after violently seizing power in 2021

The Independent UK

Malaysia calls for ‘strong’ measures on Myanmar as ASEAN meets

The 10-member Southeast Asian grouping has been strained to the limit over the crisis caused by the 2021 military coup.

Al Jazeera

A drone attack on Myanmar border police reportedly kills 5. A resistance group claims responsibility

A drone attack on a police headquarters in eastern Myanmar has killed at least five officials including a senior army officer and a district administrator

The Independent UK

Retired Army officer, who led operations in Myanmar, appointed to combat Manipur violence

Govt appoints decorated Army officer to combat Manipur violence; Col (retd) Sanjenbam led ops in Myanmar in 2015; Kuki refugees influx from Myanmar caused tension; 160+ killed, hundreds injured in ethnic clashes since May.

The Hindu

‘Severe stress’: Myanmar, South China Sea push ASEAN to breaking point

As week of key meetings gets under way, Indonesia’s foreign minister tells counterparts the group must prove its worth.

Al Jazeera

Southeast Asian leaders are besieged by thorny issues as they hold an ASEAN summit without Biden

Southeast Asian leaders led by Indonesian host President Joko Widodo are gathering in their final summit this year

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Refugee children have a right to be educated in Indonesia – our research shows the barriers in their way

Indonesia is a major refugee transit country in Southeast Asia. As of May 2023, Indonesia hosted at least 12,704 refugees, primarily from Afghanistan, Somalia, Myanmar, Iraq and Sudan. Almost 30% are children.

The Independent UK

Myanmar's High Court declines to hear Suu Kyi's appeals in 5 cases where sentences already commuted

Myanmar’s Supreme Court has declined to hear special appeals from the country’s ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi against her convictions in five cases of which the head of the military-installed government already pardoned her earlier this month

The Guardian - UK

Gangs forcing hundreds of thousands of people into cybercrime in south-east Asia, says UN

Organised criminals use threats, torture and sexual violence to coerce victims to work in international scamming operations

Al Jazeera

Myanmar’s striking civil servants: Displaced, forgotten, but holding on

The Civil Disobedience Movement remains a pillar of resistance to military rule, but the cost is high for those involved

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The Independent UK

Myanmar expels East Timor's diplomat in retaliation for supporting opposition forces

Myanmar’s military government has ordered East Timor’s diplomat to leave the country in retaliation for the East Timorese government holding meetings with Myanmar’s main opposition organization

Al Jazeera

Six years of Rohingya exodus: Food crisis and fears of a ‘lost generation’

Refugees mark August 25 as ‘Genocide Day’ to demand justice and safe and voluntary repatriation to their Myanmar homes.

The Hindu

May 3 violence was likely pre-planned: Manipur CM Biren Singh

In an interview with The Hindu, Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said that he has spoken to the Meitei civil society groups and will ensure that Kuki-Zo MLAs are not harmed. The tribal MLAs are likely to skip the Assembly Session due to security concerns.

Al Jazeera

UN Security Council condemns Myanmar military over ‘unrelenting violence’

Joint statement from 13 members of 15-seat council says generals must stop killing civilians and end the crisis.

The Hindu

After Bhutan, Assam refinery eyes Nepal for supplying high-altitude diesel

Numaligarh Refinery (NRL) in Assam is now eyeing Nepal for a special grade of diesel that can be used easily in sub-zero conditions. The public sector NRL, often referred to as the Assam Accord Refinery, has been the lone supplier of low-pour high-speed diesel to Bhutan for several years now.…

Al Jazeera

UN urged to ‘cut ties’ with Myanmar coup leaders after Griffiths visit

Civil society groups say UN relief chief’s visit made no substantive progress and lent legitimacy to generals.

The Hindu

Naga body slams Kukis for ‘distorting’ Manipur’s history

Apex Naga body slams Kuki-Zo community for distorting Manipur's history, says they have no land in Manipur. UNC claims British found Kukis useful as “mercenary tribe” and used their “lack of attachment to any land” to crush indigenous communities. UNC opposes demand for separate administration for Kuki-Zo, says they are…

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