Thursday, October 22, 2026

Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 10/22/2026

The Irrawaddy — Myanmar Ranks Worst in World for Internet Freedom
 
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Thursday, October 22, 2026

 

Phoe Tar

Myanmar Ranks Worst in World for Internet Freedom

Freedom House gives Myanmar 9 out of 100 for the third straight year, as the regime tightens online censorship, surveillance and restrictions on access to information.

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Thet Htar Maung

China’s Myanmar Policy—Consistent but Fundamentally Flawed

Motivated by bare self-interest, China continues to see the military as the sole guarantor of stability in Myanmar. The reality has proved it wrong, says Thet Htar Maung.

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AFP

Son of Aung San Suu Kyi Says He Has First Call With Her in 5 Years

Kim Aris said hearing his mother’s voice after more than five years meant more than words could express, but stressed that one conversation does not amount to freedom.

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Maung Kavi

Japan’s Sasakawa Renews Myanmar Peace Pledge as Regime Battles Arakan Army

The Nippon Foundation chairman offered fresh assistance to Myanmar’s peace process but disclosed few details as fighting intensifies in Rakhine State.

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