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  1. Library Resource
    Reports & Research
    September, 2011
    Myanmar

    EXECUTIVE SUMMARY (extract): Poverty alleviation has been recognised by the new government as a strategic priority for human
    development. While official figures estimate that a quarter of the nation live in poverty, this survey suggests
    that almost two thirds of households in rural areas of South East Burma/Myanmar are unable to meet
    their basic needs. Impoverishment is particularly severe in the conflict-affected townships of Kyaukgyi
    and Shwegyin in Pegu/Bago Region and Thandaung in Karen/Kayin State. Comparative analysis with

  2. Library Resource
    Reports & Research
    January, 2016
    Myanmar

    This paper on ‘Indigenous Peoples’ Rights and Business in Myanmar’ is part of a Briefing
    Paper series from the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business (MCRB). Indigenous
    peoples are present throughout the country, particularly in conflict‐affected areas. The
    briefing sets out the local and international context for indigenous peoples, including a short
    analysis of applicable international standards and domestic laws. It also describes the
    current policy, legal and political economy landscape concerning indigenous peoples in

  3. Library Resource
    Reports & Research
    June, 2005
    Myanmar

    ...While the nonviolent struggle of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi against the Burmese military government’s continuing repression has captured the world’s attention, the profound human rights and humanitarian crisis endured by Burma’s ethnic minority communities has largely been ignored.4

  4. Library Resource
    Reports & Research
    October, 2017
    Myanmar

    Early in the morning of 25 August 2017, members of a Rohingya armed group, the Arakan Rohingya
    Salvation Army (ARSA), attacked approximately 30 security force outposts in northern Rakhine State.1 In its
    response, the Myanmar Army, rather than targeting ARSA, launched an attack on the Rohingya population
    in northern Rakhine State as a whole. Often working with Border Guard Police (BGP) and local vigilantes, the
    military has carried out a campaign of violence that has been systematic, organized, and ruthless.

  5. Library Resource
    Reports & Research
    September, 2004
    Myanmar

    EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
    "In September 2002 the Thailand Burma Border Consortium (TBBC), formerly the
    Burmese Border Consortium, compiled a report “Internally Displaced People and
    Relocation Sites in Eastern Burma”. The report was written because although the
    Royal Thai Government was reluctant to accept more refugees and believed repatriation
    should occur as soon as conditions were judged suitable, new refugees were still
    arriving in Thailand. Since most of the new arrivals reported that they had formerly

  6. Library Resource
    Reports & Research
    December, 2002
    Myanmar

    Important, authoritative and timely report.
    I. THAI GOVERNMENT CLASSIFICATION FOR PEOPLE FROM BURMA:

    Temporarily Displaced; Students and Political Dissidents ; Migrants .

    II. BRIEF PROFILE OF THE MIGRANTS FROM BURMA .

    III REASONS FOR LEAVING BURMA :

    Forced Relocations and Land Confiscation ;
    Forced Labor and Portering;

    War and Political Oppression;

    Taxation and Loss of Livelihood;

    Economic Conditions .

    IV. FEAR OF RETURN.

    V. RECEPTION CENTERS.

  7. Library Resource
    Reports & Research
    April, 2000
    Myanmar

    Click on the on the html link above to go to a neater, paginated table of contents or on the pdf links below to go straight to the document ....
    PDF File 1: Cover and Contents.

  8. Library Resource
    Reports & Research
    June, 2012
    Myanmar

    HIGHLIGHTS/KEY PRIORITIES:
    "• The overall security situation is reported to be stable. Emergency rule and curfew remain in
    place in six Townships across Rakhine State.
    • According to official figures, 78 people are dead, 87 injured and 3,000 residential buildings are
    damaged as of 24 June. Over 52,200 people remained newly displaced across Rakhine State.
    Humanitarian partners estimate that around 90,000 people are affected, including the newly
    displaced people.

  9. Library Resource
    Reports & Research
    June, 2012
    Myanmar

    HIGHLIGHTS/KEY PRIORITIES"
    "• According to official Government statistics dated 18 June, over 52,200 people have been
    displaced and are accommodated in 66 camps/villages. Unofficial estimates indicated that
    80,000 to 90,000 people have been affected.
    • The Government has requested the RC/HC and humanitarian partners to support its response
    efforts. Humanitarian assistance delivery is ongoing. It includes food, medical, water and
    sanitation interventions. Food distribution that reached some 82,000 people as of 19 June.

  10. Library Resource
    Reports & Research
    June, 2012
    Myanmar

    HIGHLIGHTS/KEY PRIORITIES:
    "• Instability in Rakhine State that started since 28 May has resulted in displacement of over
    36,000 people who are now located in 43 camps/locations, loss of lives and damages to houses
    and communal buildings. This is an initial estimate which will need to be revised as more
    information becomes available and assessment are carried out.
    • The violence prompted the Government to impose curfew in six locations and declare the state
    of emergency on 10 June across the State.

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