Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Myanmar rejects Muslim crackdown concerns


30-Jul-12
Myanmar on Monday told a UN rights envoy it rejected accusations of abuse 
by security forces in the wake of communal unrest, after the United Nations
 raised fears of a crackdown on Muslims.

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Burmese soldiers steal djenkol bean from farms


30-Jul-12
The Burmese military is stealing djenkol bean from farms in villages between 
Waingmaw and Laiza, according to farmers.

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MP proposes laws to enforce and protect ethnic rights


30-Jul-12
Leaders from the Karen and Mon ethnic armed groups have called for Burma’s 
law makers to put in place legislation to protect ethnic minority’s rights.

Vietnam eyes big hotels in Burma


Monday, 30 July 2012 12:44 Mizzima News
Vietnam and France are set to become major hotel investors in Rangoon, 
as investors eye the burgeoning Burmese tourist industry, domestic media 
reported last week. Indian companies are also looking at hotel investments, 
officials said.

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Burmese president to meet with political parties


Monday, 30 July 2012 13:10 Mizzima News
Many of Burma’s political parties – including ethnic group parties – will meet with 
Burmese President Thein Sein in the next two weeks to discuss the government’s 
plans for countrywide reforms, the Kayin People’s Party (KPP) said on Monday.

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International banking cards in Burma by 2013


Monday, 30 July 2012 14:15 Mizzima News
Three international banking cards will be introduced in Burma by the start of 2013, 
domestic media reported on Monday.

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