Myanmar’s earthquake death toll rises to 2,056, national mourning declared (Lead)
Yangon, March 31 (IANS) The death toll from 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has risen to 2,056, with approximately 3,900 people injured and nearly 270 reported missing, according to the country’s State Administration Council Information Team on Monday. International and domestic rescuers have been racing against time to save more lives in the quake-affected areas, Xinhua […]
China pushes ahead with BRI projects in Myanmar to gain influence
Naypyidaw, Mar 5 (IANS) China is pressing ahead with its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) projects in Myanmar, an aggressive approach that analysts believe is aimed at increasing Beijing’s foothold in the region. “China is trying to further its interest in Myanmar through BRI projects that include the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor, hydropower, cross-border industrial zones, […]
