Results for: Myanmar

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has named a 23-member squad for two friendly matches against Myanmar, scheduled for July 9th and 12th in Yangon. Head coach Chaoba Devi expressed satisfaction with the squad, highlighting the inclusion of both senior and junior players. She emphasized the importance of playing against higher-ranked teams to prepare for major tournaments. The matches offer valuable experience for the Indian team, currently ranked 67th in the FIFA rankings, as they face Myanmar, ranked 54th. The team’s preparation included an intense training camp at the National Centre of Excellence in Kolkata.

The escalating conflict in Myanmar between the military junta and ethnic armed groups has triggered a humanitarian crisis, prompting calls for India to review its policy and engage with the armed groups. Experts discuss the complexities of the situation, highlighting the need for a balanced approach that prioritizes humanitarian assistance and stability in the region.

Myanmar’s central bank has refuted a UN report alleging the military government’s continued access to funds and weapons for its ongoing conflict with anti-coup forces. The bank insists that financial institutions under its supervision adhere to prescribed procedures, asserting that transactions are solely for essential goods and necessities for civilians. The UN report, however, claims that while international sanctions have impacted the junta’s ability to procure military equipment, it still acquired significant amounts of weapons and related materials, with the assistance of international banks, including those from Thailand.

Three years after Myanmar’s military coup, India’s continued engagement with the junta raises ethical concerns. This article argues for a more progressive, values-driven policy focusing on democracy and human security, urging India to use its democratic credentials, halt weapons sales, open humanitarian corridors, and protect asylum seekers.

A coalition of armed ethnic groups in Myanmar has accused the junta of repeatedly breaching a ceasefire in the country’s north, resulting in civilian casualties. This comes despite a truce brokered by China in January. The groups claim the junta is using Chinese support to carry out attacks, further escalating the conflict in the region.

The Indian women’s national football team has announced a 29-player probable squad for their upcoming friendlies against Myanmar in July 2024. The team will be looking to build on their recent experience against Uzbekistan as they prepare for future international competitions.

Myanmar’s former leader, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, and ex-president U Win Myint have been transferred from prison to house arrest. This move comes amidst the release of over 30,000 political prisoners as part of Thingyan festival celebrations. However, the political and security situation in Myanmar remains fragile three years after the coup, with ongoing armed clashes and military responses that have led to a significant depletion of the army’s strength. The country is now divided into two parts, with neither side considering peaceful settlement through dialogue. A protracted civil war, a major military defeat, or a change in junta leadership are potential scenarios. External assistance from ASEAN states and Myanmar’s neighbors is crucial for addressing internal challenges, with China playing an active role in mediation efforts.