Landmines still killing Pa-an villagers

13 Dec 2012

An independent human rights organization, Karen Human Rights Group 
have reported that thousands of unexploded landmines are a daily threat 
to the lives of the civilian population and their livestock in Karen State.

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Development threatens village life and work

13 Dec 2012

Hsa Keh village is a small fishing community – nothing more than a line of small bamboo 
houses with leaf roofing. Under a clear sky, three small wooden fishing boats 
glide onto the beach. A peaceful scene that now has a dark development 
cloud hanging over the villagers.

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1.2 billion kyat addendum budget discussed in Arakan’s parliament

13 Dec 2012

The Parliament of Arakan State has discussed a 1.2 billion kyat addendum 
of 2012-2013 budget in its fifth session that started on 10th of December, 
according to the local lawmakers.

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Imprisoned Arakanese Youth Awarded “Nonentity Hero Prize”

13 Dec 2012

An Arakanese political prisoner known as Ko Naing Soe (a) Mae Lone who is still being 
held in Pakokku Prison and four others have been awarded a “Nonentity Hero Prize”.

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CNF hold public meeting following peace talks in Rangoon

13 Dec 2012

The Chin National Front (CNF) met with civilians, religious leaders and 
Chin politicians following the 2nd Union level peace talks in Rangoon. 
The public meeting that took place at the Myanmar Institute Theological Hall 
on Dec.12 was intended to clarify the 27-points the rebel group signed 
with the government during the peace talks that took place from Dec.7-9.

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Thai companies seek opportunities in Burma

13 Dec 2012

The Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) will take 20 leading firms to Myanmar 

[Burma] to explore trade and investment opportunities in the neighbouring country.

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