Stories about Myanmar (Burma) from May, 2009
Myanmar: Junta leader is “mentally insane”
For conducting an “unjustified trial” against Myanmar opposition leader Daw Aung San Su Kyi, a blogger uploads an article which caricatures the junta leader Than Shwe as “mentally insane.” Suu Kyi is on trial for allegedly violating the terms of her house arrest.
Myanmar: Facebook campaign for Aung San Suu Kyi
A Facebook page was created by pro-democracy activists who are demanding the release of democracy icon and Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi. Almost 50,000 people have registered their support in the website.
Myanmar: 150th Anniversary of the Founding of Mandalay City
Mandalay, the last royal capital of Myanmar, celebrated its 150th anniversary with a three-day festival event from May 14 to May 16. GV Author TAN translates a few posts written by bloggers from Myanmar who had witnessed the event.
Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar: A Year After
A deadly cyclone hit Myanmar’s southern Irrawaddy delta in May 2008 which affected more than 2 million people. A year after the Cyclone Nargis tragedy, survivors are still suffering while reconstruction efforts remain inadequate. Contributions are still needed in order to help the cyclone survivors.
Myanmar: Aung San Suu Kyi health condition
Myanmar's opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi is reportedly suffering a low blood pressure and dehydration. The leader is still under house arrest.
Myanmar: Rogue Wind Blasted through Mandalay City
On May 6 a rogue wind blasted through Mandalay, the third capital city of Myanmar. GV author Tan translates a blog post written by a Burmese blogger who witnessed the damage caused by the freak wind.
Myanmar: Opposition Sets Conditions for 2010 polls
The Irrawaddy reports that Myanmar's opposition party, National League for Democracy, has set conditions for participation in the 2010 Elections.
Myanmar: US is Not Considering Lifting Sanctions
The Irrawaddy reports that the United States is not considering lifting sanctions against Myanmar as part of its review of policy change for the country.
Myanmar: “Worst violator of Internet freedom”
According to the Committee to Protect Journalists, Myanmar is the worst place in the world to be a blogger.
