Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 08/27/2026

The Irrawaddy — From EVs to Deep-Sea Ports: Cronies Behind Min Aung Hlaing’s Foreign Investment Drive

DAILY BRIEFING Thursday, August 27, 2026 News Opinion Burmese Donate Myo Pyae From EVs to Deep-Sea Ports: Cronies Behind Min Aung Hlaing’s Foreign Investment Drive A core clique of Myanmar’s richest men have been flying around the world with the new-minted president. Who are they and what do they stand to gain? Continue Reading Aung Thit Drilling Into the Military Core of Myanmar’s Alliance With Russia Behind the diplomacy lies a billion-dollar flow of arms that has steadily increased since the 2021 coup. Continue Reading Maung Kavi Vietnam Invites Myanmar Regime Leader to Visit Hanoi becomes the latest regional capital to re-engage with Myanmar since Min Aung Hlaing had himself installed as civilian president in April. Continue Reading Igor Blazevic Which Way Forward: Myanmar’s Resistance Today—Part 2 In the second part of the survey, resistance rank- and file reveal that they pin their hopes on people power, stronger coordination, military leverage, and inclusive governance. 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