Thursday, April 16, 2026

Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 04/16/2026

The Irrawaddy — Min Aung Hlaing’s Govt Deepens Energy Ties With China as Fuel Crisis Worsens
 
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Thursday, April 16, 2026

 

Maung Kavi

Min Aung Hlaing’s Govt Deepens Energy Ties With China as Fuel Crisis Worsens

The regime has ramped up talks with Chinese firms on fuel imports, refining and power projects, as shortages and blackouts continue to squeeze Myanmar’s economy.

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The Irrawaddy

TNLA Faces Myanmar Backlash After Congratulating Min Aung Hlaing on Presidency

Ethnic armed group draws public condemnation after breaking ranks with resistance to recognize new regime. 

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Phoe Tar

Karen Resistance Captures Two Regime Bases Over Thingyan Holidays

One of the military bases seized by allied resistance fighters in Mon State earlier this week was once overseen by junta-boss-turned president Min Aung Hlaing.

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Bertil Lintner

In Myanmar Under Min Aung Hlaing, China Is Back With a Vengeance

Engaging with greater sophistication than in the past, Beijing is reasserting dominance in Myanmar as the coup leader consolidates power and revives stalled projects.

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