Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 06/15/2026

The Irrawaddy — Myanmar’s Newly Anointed President Arrives in China

DAILY BRIEFING Monday, June 15, 2026 News Opinion Burmese Donate AFP Myanmar’s Newly Anointed President Arrives in China State media on both sides say the aim of the dictator’s visit to his regime’s chief sponsor is to deepen trade ties and strategic cooperation. Continue Reading The Irrawaddy Myanmar Military Pressures DKBA to Return Border Town of Paya Thonzu Regime troops are moving closer to the Karen State town as analysts warn any attempt to retake it will require pressure on KNU-aligned forces. 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