In Myanmar, ground cracked to reveal an ancient staircase peeking out for 16 years

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28 revealed an ancient structure that is a remnant of the Third Burmese Empire. Experts say the structure is likely a part of a royal "water palace" from the Konbaung Dynasty (1752 to 1885), …

PM Anwar thanks Myanmar for peace efforts and disaster relief cooperation

PUTRAJAYA, April 18 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed gratitude for the strong commitment shown by the Chairman of Myanmar’s State Administration Council (SAC), Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, and the Prime Minister of Myanmar’s …

Cracks in NSCN-IM? Naga rebel group leader joins hands with Myanmar-based faction to 'carry forward the struggle'

Four Indian nationals trapped in job scam repatriated from Myanmar

Four Indian nationals trapped in a job scam in Myanmar were repatriated to India, according to an official statement on Friday (April 18, 2025). The Indian embassy in Yangon announced that it secured an exit permit from the Myanmar authorities. It also …

Myanmar frees around 4,900 prisoners

Bangkok, Apr. 18: The head of Myanmar's military government granted amnesty to around 4,900 prisoners to mark the country's traditional new year, state-run media reported Thursday, and an independent watchdog said they included at least 22 …

PM Anwar Thanks Myanmar For Peace, Relief Efforts

PUTRAJAYA, April 18 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed gratitude for the strong commitment shown by the Chairman of Myanmar's State Administration Council (SAC), Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, and the Prime Minister of …

Myanmar Junta, Opposition Signal Ceasefire Extension, Malaysia’s PM Says

Home Asia Myanmar Junta, Opposition Signal Ceasefire Extension, Malaysia’s PM Says Myanmar's junta announced a 20-day ceasefire on April 2, following a similar move by the opposition NUG, after the devastating March 28 earthquake. Malaysia’s prime …

Anwar thanks Myanmar's junta, NUG for commitments to ensure humanitarian relief

PUTRAJAYA: Both Myanmar’s State Administration Council (SAC) and the National Unity Government (NUG) have expressed the spirit to avoid any further escalation of fighting in the country, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said this was to …

Malaysia ready to pull MAF medical team from Myanmar if safety at risk, says foreign minister

TAPAH, April 18 — Malaysia is prepared to withdraw the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) medical team deployed to Myanmar should their safety be compromised, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. He said Malaysia would not compromise on the safety of …

Another earthquake of magnitude 3.9 jolts Myanmar, aftershocks suspected

An earthquake of magnitude 3.9 struck Myanmar, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. An earthquake of magnitude 3.9 struck Myanmar, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. The earthquake occurred at a shallow …