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Record seizures fail to dent Southeast Asia’s booming synthetic drug trade: UN report
Methamphetamine and ketamine seizures in Asia reached record highs in 2025, but experts tell CNA that falling prices and expanding criminal networks suggest supply remains stronger than ever.
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Experts urge Yangon to step up building inspections after unusual earthquake aftershocks
Parts of Myanmar – including areas further south – have continued to experience seismic activity since a devastating earthquake struck Mandalay last year.
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China, Myanmar pursue deeper ties as leaders hold talks in Beijing
Beijing held a state welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People on Tuesday morning before Chinese President Xi Jinping and Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing began their talks.
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US businessman detained in Myanmar over alleged fraud
A former US Marine and ex-AmCham Myanmar president was detained at Yangon airport Thursday after the chamber uncovered $300,000 in allegedly unauthorised payments linked to former board members.
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China arrests US scholar of Myanmar on suspicion of spying
BEIJING: China’s foreign ministry confirmed on Friday (Jun 12) the arrest of Min Zin, a United States citizen who leads a think-tank focused on Myanmar, saying the American was suspected of spying and endangering Chinese national security.”It is understood that Min Zin has been placed under criminal detention
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How rare earth mining in Myanmar threatens Thailand’s rice and fish
Contamination linked to mining in Myanmar is raising fears over food safety, shrinking incomes and long-term health risks for people in Thailand who depend on the Mekong’s tributaries, CNA’s Insight finds.
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Thai woman in custody after American diplomat found dead in Myanmar
The Thai Embassy in Yangon and Thailand’s Foreign Ministry refused to say whether they had provided consular support to the suspect or give any other information.
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Myanmar: Rebels on back foot as military forces men into army
The BBC travels with rebels to frontline positions in Myanmar to see how the war is unfolding.
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‘The ground is shifting somewhat’: ASEAN does not want an isolated Myanmar, says Thai foreign minister
Engagement is the best path towards peace and Myanmar’s eventual reintegration into the regional bloc, said Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow in an interview with CNA’s Saksith Saiyasombut.
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Min Aung Hlaing: Why Myanmar president’s India visit is being closely watched
Myanmar is seeking to broaden diplomatic engagement after years of international criticism and isolation.
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