Sources: BBC
A Buddhist monk accused of inciting violence against Muslims in Burma says he is joining forces with the Bodu Bala Sena group in Sri Lanka in order to combat a "serious threat from jihadist groups". 2014-09-28
Two Chinese workers are kidnapped from a controversial copper mine in Burma by activists. 2014-05-19
Aung San Suu Kyi, leader of the National League for Democracy, is sworn in as a member of the Pyithu Hluttaw, the lower house of the parliament of Burma. 2012-05-2
Burmese opposition figure Aung San Suu Kyi celebrates her first birthday in freedom for more than 10 years. 2011-06-19
Recently freed democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi criticizes the recent elections in Burma, but calls for dialogue with Myanmar government and pledges to keep working toward restoring democracy and improving human rights in Myanmar. [http:--edition.cnn.com-2010-WORLD-asiapcf-11-15-myanmar.suu.kyi- (CNN)] [http:--www.theaustralian.com.au-news-world-aung-san-suu-kyi-vows-to-probe-burmese-election-rorts-story-e6frg6so-1225954027125 ("The Australian") ]2010-11-15
Burma announces plans to hold its first election in 20 years on November 7. 2010-08-13
Burma begins preparations for its controversial general elections to be held sometime later this year, by designating electoral constituencies. [http:--www.rthk.org.hk-rthk-news-englishnews-20100813-news_20100813_56_690644.htm? (Radio Television Hong Kong)] [http:--www.bangkokpost.com-news-asia-190757-burma-designates-constituencies-for-rare-election ("Bangkok Post")]date=August 2019 2010-08-12
Burmese military ruler General Than Shwe begins a five-day visit to India. 2010-07-25
A leaked United Nations report states that North Korea is exporting nuclear technology to Burma, Iran and Syria. 2010-05-28