Conflict

Myanmar must strengthen effort to diffuse tension in Myanmar – UN Special Adviser

New York, Dec 9 (Just Earth News): The Special Adviser to the Secretary-General on Myanmar, Vijay Nambiar, said on Thursday that the UN is “seriously concerned” by the developing situation in Northern Rakhine state and has called on the security forces to act in accordance with the “rule of law and accepted international norms,” and to exercise caution in avoiding disproportionate responses that could cause violence to civilians. more

Myanmar: Border Perils

The Myanmar operation will leave behind no lasting legacy beyond the sorry spectacle of people in high office claiming undeserved victories, seeking undeserved honours. This was a relatively ...

Myanmar: UN chief welcomes milestone signing of ceasefire agreement

New York, Oct 16 (JEN): United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon welcomed on Thursday the signing of a ceasefire agreement in Myanmar as “a milestone” and expressed his hope that the ...

Hundreds of thousands in need of critical aid in Myanmar: UN humanitarian arm

New York, Jun 13 (JEN): Nearly half a million people continue to require humanitarian assistance three years after inter-communal violence raked Myanmar’s western Rakhine state, the United ...

UN concerned about reported abuse in Myanmar

New York, Jun 11 (JEN): The United Nations refugee agency said on Tuesday it was receiving increasing reports of abuse and exploitation as people continue to seek safety overseas two years ...

Myanmar: UN concerned about access to thousands displaced

New York, May 17 (JEN): With increased fighting in parts of Myanmar that is preventing access to civilians, the United Nations and humanitarian partners on Friday said they were seriously co ...