The French government refuses to grant citizenship to a man on the grounds he forced his wife to wear the full Islamic veil.
QUOTE OF THE DAY
“We really hope to see the kind of progress that would demonstrate that Burma is ready to emerge from a period of authoritarian rule and some level of isolation and violation of human rights.” —US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton
As UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon looks for a successor to his special envoy on Burma, it might be useful to consider some do's and don'ts to guide him through the task.
Burma is not on the February agenda of the United Nations Security Council because no member has raised the issue, according to Ambassador Gérard Araud of France, the country holding the council’s rotating presidency this month.
Feb 3, 2010 (DVB)–Around 3000 refugees who fled conflict in Burma last year have been told by Thai authorities that they must return to Karen state, despite dire warnings of conditions there. - more
The Documentary film, directed by Anders Østergaard, follows the story of video journalists (VJs) working inside Burma, for Norway based media outlet Democratic Voice of Burma (DVB). - more
Feb 3, 2010 (DVB)–Three monks and two civilians in Burma have been handed lengthy prison sentences, some as much as nine years, for their role in the September 2007 uprising, lawyers say. - more
Feb 3, 2010 (DVB)–The 61st Karen Revolutionary Day was celebrated by its protagonists at a secret encampment several hours walk from the Thai border, amidst hope that this year will see their fortunes change. - more
Feb 02, 2010 (DVB)–Union of Myanmar Federation of National Politics said it has dropped charges against members of another pro-junta group, the Union Solidarity and Development Association, who attacked them last year. - more
Regional Source > NAM NEWS NETWORK Tuesday, 02 February 2010 23:59
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Kurt Campbell is expected to press South Korea to speak up about human rights abuses in Myanmar when he meets top South Korean officials this week ...
Business Source > Xinhua Tuesday, 02 February 2010 23:58
A South Korean company based in Seoul is seeking investment in Myanmar's fishery sector, planning to set up a joint venture company with local fishery entrepreneurs, sources with the Myanmar ...
National Source > Xinhua Tuesday, 02 February 2010 23:57
An assessing oil well in Myanmar's Mottama offshore oil field is estimated to be able to start commercial production in the dry season this year after test-fire of gas was successfully done on Monday ...
Sports Source > James Mason/SkySports Tuesday, 02 February 2010 23:54
The 2010 Asian Tour has been boosted after the Myanmar Open was confirmed on the schedule. After a four-year hiatus, it has been confirmed that the tournament secured a slot in April ...
Sports Source > Jakarta Globe Tuesday, 02 February 2010 23:52
The Myanmar Open will return to this season’s Asian Tour schedule in April following a four-year absence, officials said on Tuesday. The tournament will take place from April 8-11 at Pun Hlaing Golf Club ...
Commentary Source > Ben Blanchard/Reuters Tuesday, 02 February 2010 23:50
Ask residents of the dusty Chinese border town of Ruili what they think of their neighbor and supposed friend Myanmar (Burma) and one word features prominently -- "luan," or chaotic...
Regional Source > UNHCR Tuesday, 02 February 2010 23:48
Japanese government officials are visiting Mae La refugee camp in northern Thailand today (Tuesday, 02 Feb.) to begin interviewing refugees from Myanmar who have applied for resettlement to Japan...
Entertainment Source > Xinhua Tuesday, 02 February 2010 23:45
A Myanmar official daily Tuesday called on artists in the country to produce good Myanmar films of international standard to make sure that international film market can be penetrated...
“We really hope to see the kind of progress that would demonstrate that Burma is ready to emerge from a period of authoritarian rule and some level of isolation and violation of human rights.” 
District Court in Rangoon’s notorious Insein prison has set February 15 for pronouncing ...
United States President Barack Obama in his budget proposal for 2011 has earmarked ...
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