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NAYPYIDAW — Less than two years ago, Ma Thandar, a well-known human rights activist who has been imprisoned, lost her husband. The death of Par Gyi, a journalist, while in military custody in 2014 remains mired in controversy and conspiracy. [1]

PATHEIN, Irrawaddy Region — U Hla Moe Aung, the lawmaker representing Irrawaddy’s Myanaung Township, has become the new chief minister of the regional government. [2]

JAKARTA -- Basuki Tjahaja Purnama, the former governor of Jakarta who was jailed for blasphemy, looks set to take on the role of president commissioner at Indonesian state-owned oil company Pertamina, following an announcement on Friday by the minist... [3]

Former dictator seeks merit Former military dictator Senior General Than Shwe, his wife Daw Kyaing Kyaing and their families offered meals to senior Buddhist monks who attended a meeting of the 47-member State Sangha Maha Nayaka Committee, the highe... [4]

RANGOON — Shwe Maung, a ruling party MP representing the township of Buthidaung in northern Arakan State, will contest the upcoming general election as an independent candidate, cutting ties with the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP). [5]

RANGOON — The campaign manager of detained independent candidate Myat Nu Khaing, who was jailed last week for her alleged role in a peaceful demonstration late last year, said charges brought against her were meant to sabotage her campaign after she ... [6]

PHYU, Pegu Division — Ousted ruling party chief Shwe Mann is mounting a comeback ahead of a historic election next month, setting the stage for a likely presidential bid that will add to the unpredictability of the country’s transition to democracy. (confirmed by 2 sources) [7]

Less than two years ago, Thandar, a well-known human rights activist who has been imprisoned, lost her husband. The death of Par Gyi, a journalist, while in military custody in 2014 remains mired in controversy and conspiracy. [8]

Sources
[1] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2016-02-04 · 48% match

Ma Thandar: ‘The NLD Will Put People at the Center of Decision-Making’

NAYPYIDAW — Less than two years ago, Ma Thandar, a well-known human rights activist who has been imprisoned, lost her husband. The death of Par Gyi, a journalist, while in military custody in 2014 remains mired in controversy and conspiracy.

[2] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2018-01-18 · 48% match

New Irrawaddy Chief Minister Vows to Boost Regional Economy Through Agriculture

PATHEIN, Irrawaddy Region — U Hla Moe Aung, the lawmaker representing Irrawaddy’s Myanaung Township, has become the new chief minister of the regional government.

[3] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2019-11-22 · 46% match

Former Jakarta governor makes comeback in prominent Pertamina role

JAKARTA -- Basuki Tjahaja Purnama, the former governor of Jakarta who was jailed for blasphemy, looks set to take on the role of president commissioner at Indonesian state-owned oil company Pertamina, following an announcement on Friday by the minist

[4] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2022-03-12 · 44% match

Junta Watch: Ministers Told to Save Fuel, Coup Leader’s Mentor Makes Rare Appearance, and More

Former dictator seeks merit Former military dictator Senior General Than Shwe, his wife Daw Kyaing Kyaing and their families offered meals to senior Buddhist monks who attended a meeting of the 47-member State Sangha Maha Nayaka Committee, the highe

[5] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2015-08-11 · 44% match

Ruling Party MP Cuts Ties to Contest November Poll as an Independent

RANGOON — Shwe Maung, a ruling party MP representing the township of Buthidaung in northern Arakan State, will contest the upcoming general election as an independent candidate, cutting ties with the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP).

[6] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2015-10-21 · 42% match

Supporter of Jailed Candidate Says Charges Meant to Crush Campaign

RANGOON — The campaign manager of detained independent candidate Myat Nu Khaing, who was jailed last week for her alleged role in a peaceful demonstration late last year, said charges brought against her were meant to sabotage her campaign after she

[7] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2015-10-28 · 41% match

After Purge, Shwe Mann Mounts Campaign Trail Comeback

PHYU, Pegu Division — Ousted ruling party chief Shwe Mann is mounting a comeback ahead of a historic election next month, setting the stage for a likely presidential bid that will add to the unpredictability of the country’s transition to democracy.

[8] MM mizzima.com · 2023-12-14 · 42% match

Mizzima Myanmar News and Insight

Less than two years ago, Thandar, a well-known human rights activist who has been imprisoned, lost her husband. The death of Par Gyi, a journalist, while in military custody in 2014 remains mired in controversy and conspiracy.

[9] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2015-08-14 · 42% match

Suu Kyi Cancels Shan State Campaign Stop in Wake of USDP Purge

RANGOON — Opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi has canceled a planned visit to eastern Burma’s Shan State in the wake of a ruling party shuffle that sent shockwaves through political circles on Thursday.

[10] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2015-12-23 · 42% match

Analysis: Will Shwe Mann Make a Comeback?

RANGOON — It’s rare in Burma for a political leader to leave office of their own accord, rarer still for an ousted leader to return to political life.

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