Myanmar to organize election in fewer than half of townships, parties say
The military hopes an election that China is supporting will legitimize its rule.
Junta’s push to retake towns in Myanmar heartland prompts fierce fighting
Thousands have fled the offensive, as rebels report military deployment of Chinese drones.
Myanmar junta prepares to send migrant workers to Russia in 2025
Labor advocates fear workers could encounter rights violations in the unstable country.
Myanmar rebels capture last military post on Bangladesh border
The Arakan Army closed a border river to all transport as it searched for fleeing junta forces.
Most compelling people of 2024: Year in review
As everyday people become newsmakers, RFA looks back at their stories that captivated audiences
Activists across Asia mark Human Rights Day amid ‘shrinking’ civic space
Police stop another demonstration in Cambodia while NGO workers in Laos remember a high-profile disappearance.
Myanmar’s economy to contract by 1% this year on conflict, floods: World Bank
Households bear the brunt of worsening economy and 25% of the population face ‘food insecurity’
Arakan Army takes fight to Myanmar’s western command in bid to control Rakhine state
The junta is responding with aerial strikes and troop reinforcements.
Chinese aid cannot overcome Myanmar junta’s declining finances and morale
Regime suffers losses on the battlefield as rebels hold more mining and border areas.
Kokang rebels execute 6 after public trials in Myanmar’s Shan state
The proceedings were filmed in front of hundreds and posted on social media.
