Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 09/23/2026

The Irrawaddy — China’s Chilling Detentions of American Scholars

DAILY BRIEFING Wednesday, September 23, 2026 News Opinion Burmese Donate Penny Edwards and Christina Fink China’s Chilling Detentions of American Scholars The detention of US scholar Min Zin highlights the risks facing American academics in China—and the chilling effect Beijing’s actions can have on research worldwide. Continue Reading The Irrawaddy Regime Leader Says He Has Been ‘Lenient’ Toward Aung San Suu Kyi The self-installed president told TIME magazine that whether Myanmar’s detained elected leader deserves to be freed ‘depends on her.’ 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