Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 05/22/2026

The Irrawaddy — Myanmar Regime Taps Russian Expertise for Yadanabon Cyber City Revival

DAILY BRIEFING Friday, May 22, 2026 News Opinion Burmese Donate Maung Kavi Myanmar Regime Taps Russian Expertise for Yadanabon Cyber City Revival Regime tech minister tours Russia’s ‘Quantum Valley’ as Min Aung Hlaing intensifies efforts to resurrect his flagship technology project. Continue Reading The Irrawaddy Congressional Probe Says China-Linked Scam Centers a Threat to US National Security US House select committee says Beijing chooses not to take action against Chinese criminals defrauding Americans of billions of dollars a year. Continue Reading Phoe Tar Myanmar Regime Behind Over 70% of Attacks on Healthcare Since Coup New data show regime forces have dominated attacks on healthcare since the 2021 coup, and highlight the impact of its aerial bombing. Continue Reading The Irrawaddy Myanmar Regime Masses for Offensive in Southern Chin, Gateway to Rakhine Analysts predict tougher battles ahead in Chin State despite military’s claimed northern victory. Continue Reading The Irrawaddy Chasing BRI Dreams, Deepening Beijing Dependency, and More Myanmar officials and businesspeople made beelines to various Chinese provinces to woo support, while the Chinese ambassador pushed for CMEC projects. Continue Reading Nyein Chan Aye The US Is Letting China and Russia Tell Myanmar’s Story As China and Russia deepen their media and soft-power reach in Myanmar, Washington is handing them the microphone. Continue Reading Support Press Freedom Independent journalism needs your support. Help us hold power to account. Donate Now Facebook · Twitter · Website © 2026 The Irrawaddy · Chiang Mai, Thailand Unsubscribe · Update preferences · Forward to a friend