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PPRP calls for 'bottom-up' approach towards growth
News, Thana Boonlert, Published on 14/07/2019
» The government has voiced its support for social enterprises to empower people at the bottom of the social ladder to improve their quality of life.
Perils on the path to power for Myanmar's Suu Kyi
AFP, Published on 15/11/2015
» YANGON - Wielding an overwhelming mandate from Myanmar's voters, Aung San Suu Kyi has power in her sights after a quarter century of democratic struggle against the army, but analysts say building bridges with former military foes is vital to her success.
'Transferable' vote system offers a meaningful model
News, Nigel Gould-Davies, Published on 11/11/2015
» The latest proposal by the Constitutional Drafting Commission has brought the subject of electoral systems into the limelight. What is the CDC proposing and why?
Myanmar parliament closes ahead of poll
Published on 28/08/2015
» NAY PYI DAW — Myanmar's lawmakers on Friday held their last meeting at parliament as the body was suspended ahead of general elections that could redraw the former junta-ruled nation's political landscape.
Shwe Mann ouster defended
Published on 15/08/2015
» NAY PYI TAW — Myanmar President Thein Sein sacked Shwe Mann as ruling party chairman because he supported controversial bills in parliament and had ties to rival party leaders, says the country's information minister.
Obama, Suu Kyi to discuss reforms
AFP, Published on 14/11/2014
» YANGON - United States President Barack Obama arrived in Rangoon on Friday to hold talks with Myanmar's democracy champion Aung San Suu Kyi, as the nation turns towards next year's elections with uncertainty over the direction of reforms.
Red shirts to don black in court fight
News, Published on 02/05/2014
» Members of all red-shirt groups in Chiang Mai and Lamphun will wear black and wave black flags to symbolise their fight against the independent agencies and the Constitutional Court in their rally, starting from Sunday.
Warrant out for ‘popcorn gunman’ for Laksi attack
News, Published on 19/03/2014
» The Criminal Court approved an arrest warrant for a suspect known among demonstrators as the “popcorn gunman” over a shooting at Laksi intersection on the eve of the Feb 2 general election.
Start small to bridge the political divide
News, Published on 15/02/2014
» Amid the deep polarisation which has gripped society, it seems almost impossible to picture a future where both sides are willing to play by the same rules. Already, suggestions for “reconciliation” and “compromise” are being dismissed on the feeling that divisions in society and between the political parties seem too deeply ingrained to overcome.
Sparkling Moe Set Wine breaks 50-year beauty queen drought
News, Lamphai Intathep, Published on 17/10/2013
» Myanmar's Miss Universe contestant Moe Set Wine says she's proud to be part of the changes sweeping her country.