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Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 09/18/2025

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Sep 18, 2025 07:25 pm
Myanmar Junta Pushes Ruby and Sapphire Sales to China Amid Sanctions



With Western markets closed by sanctions and Mogoke's mines under rebel control, the regime is looking to access China's gem market for a financial lifeline.
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Sep 18, 2025 06:56 pm
Myanmar Junta Makes Gains in Embattled Jade Mining Hub



The Kachin Independence Army and allies surrendered Sann Kywal Village after fierce fighting on Wednesday and have reportedly pleaded with resistance groups from elsewhere to join them.
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Sep 18, 2025 06:32 pm
ASEAN Ministers Call Off Myanmar Election Visit After Junta Snub



Regional bloc's delegation reportedly rebuffed by regime chief Min Aung Hlaing, who has already secured backing for his poll from China and India.
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Sep 18, 2025 03:42 pm
Arakan Army Denies Smuggling Drugs to Bangladesh



Rakhine rebels say the charge is an attempt by the Border Guard Bangladesh to deflect attention from its own involvement in drug trafficking and other crimes.
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Sep 18, 2025 03:09 pm
India's Northeast Emerges as Gateway to Southeast Asia



The region has been highlighted as a success story at the ongoing 60th session of the UNHRC in Geneva.
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Sep 18, 2025 11:06 am
Thai Forces Fire Tear Gas in Border Stand-Off With Cambodians



Clashes erupt as Thai troops use tear gas and rubber bullets on Cambodians at the disputed border, leaving more than 20 people injured despite a ceasefire.
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MORE ARTICLES

Myanmar Junta PM Courts Political Backing, Investment During China Visit
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Economically, Myanmar Junta Plays by Old Dictators' Playbook
Thailand's Thaksin Goes to Jail
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