Burma

Rights group calls for arms embargo on junta

The Syrian-Lebanese economist and activist favours advocacy now over anger in her humanitarian mission to protect refugees

Myanmar produces some of the finest rubies, sapphire and jade in the world. However, the mining industry fuels the country's controversial military, raising concerns about the ethical value of its gemstones

Mark Field, the UK’s minister of state for Asia and the Pacific, will make the comments at the Asia-Europe meeting in Myanmar

She warns in Instagram post that thousands will die unless action is taken to stop Myanmar persecution

The world should apply pressure on Naypyidaw to halt the violence, admit international monitors and alter its citizenship laws

The government of Myanmar must halt the violence and implement Kofi Annan's recommendations

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Charmaine Craig’s novel is based on her mother’s life but is also about how the personal and political intertwine.

The joy of cycling – for fitness, fun or sport – is in strong demand, and there are some new destinations to pedal around in 2017.