Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 09/16/2026

The Irrawaddy — Japan Parliament Latest Target of Myanmar Regime’s Legitimacy Push  

DAILY BRIEFING Wednesday, September 16, 2026 News Opinion Burmese Donate The Irrawaddy Japan Parliament Latest Target of Myanmar Regime’s Legitimacy Push   Shunned globally since their 2021 coup, Myanmar’s generals are courting foreign lawmakers to win international recognition for their rebranded regime. Continue Reading Myo Pyae China Vows to Protect Chinese Nationals Amid Battle for Kyaukphyu Embassy officials pay a visit to the embattled coastal town as the regime takes heavy casualties in a fresh offensive aimed at securing Chinese mega projects. Continue Reading AFP Norway Raids Telenor HQ Over Suspected Myanmar Rights Abuses Norwegian authorities are investigating whether Telenor enabled rights abuses and violated sanctions during its controversial 2022 exit from Myanmar. 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