Myanmar Military Urged to Restraint After Loss of Trading Town, Thailand Offers Mediation

MAE SOT, Thailand – Tensions rise as Myanmar’s military authorities face scrutiny after the loss of an important border town to its opponents. The city lies across the river from Mae Sot in Thailand, presenting a delicate situation that demands attention and diplomacy. Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara’s visit to Mae Sot sheds light on the … Read more

Myanmar’s Military Urged to Exercise Restraint Amid Border Trading Town Loss

Mae Sot, Thailand – In a diplomatic effort to prevent violence, Thailand’s foreign minister urged Myanmar’s military not to retaliate after losing control of an important border trading town to opposition forces. The situation in Myawaddy, Myanmar, remains tense as guerrillas from the ethnic Karen National Union and pro-democracy People’s Defense Forces now effectively hold … Read more

Border Town Crisis: Thai Foreign Minister Urges Burma’s Military to Exercise Restraint

MAE SOT, Thailand – In a bold move, Thailand’s foreign minister urged Myanmar’s military authorities to refrain from violent retaliation after losing control of a crucial border trading town to their opponents. The situation in Southeast Asia remains tense as guerrillas from the ethnic Karen National Union, backed by pro-democracy forces, seized power in Myawaddy, … Read more