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Latest news, updates and opinion on Myanmar, covering politics, economy, society and the country’s relationships with China and India, and other countries in Southeast Asia.

Capital

Naypyidaw

Head of State

Acting President Min Aung Hlaing

Head of Government

Prime Minister Min Aung Hlaing

During the reenactment video call with his girlfriend, Wang was overcome with emotion; he burst into tears and his body trembling. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo/YouTube

Trending in China

Chinese reality show slammed for re-enacting ordeal of actor’s Myanmar abduction

Wang says he has declined offers from entertainment industry to adapt his story into films or TV series, not wanting to ‘sell himself off’.

14 minutes ago

Hong Kong society

Hero’s welcome for Hong Kong rescuers after return from quake-hit Myanmar

10 Apr 2025 - 1:33AM

China-India relations

Opinion | Void left by US aid cuts could be vital test for China-India detente

9 Apr 2025 - 8:30PMvideocam

Singapore

Myanmar earthquake: Singapore deploys cyborg cockroaches in rescue efforts

The insect-robot hybrids are fitted with tiny ‘backpacks’ containing infrared cameras and sensors to detect human heat signatures.

8 Apr 2025 - 9:36PM

Singapore deployed cyborg cockroaches to help look for victims of the Myanmar earthquake. Photo: HTX

Thailand

‘Everywhere is cracked’: Bangkok residents question high-rise safety after quake

One property manager said the quake prompted a flurry of inquiries from residents looking to relocate, due to ‘fear and anxiety’ of living far above ground.

7 Apr 2025 - 5:15PMvideocam

Natural disasters

Myanmar junta leader visits quake epicentre – 10 days after disaster

Min Aung Hlaing’s visit reportedly hints at prioritisation of relief to religious institutions in Sagaing, where aid workers say supplies have been blocked.

7 Apr 2025 - 5:22PM

Vietnam

US aid cuts threaten ‘new-found agency’ of many Southeast Asian nations

Countries reliant on Chinese development support will have less room to diversify their ties given the aid cuts, a study shows.

7 Apr 2025 - 4:45PM

Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Laos Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone attend the launch of the China-aided Mahosot General Hospital building in Vientiane in October. Photo: Xinhua

Asean

Myanmar earthquake: can Asean step up to fill US aid vacuum?

The US aid retreat opens ways for China and India to use their humanitarian assistance to build influence.

7 Apr 2025 - 8:12AMvideocam

Science

Magnitude 8 earthquake risk on rise in China, surrounding regions, study warns

As the world reels from the aftermath of the Myanmar earthquake, seismologists have warned there is a heightened danger of further disasters.

6 Apr 2025 - 4:00PMvideocam

Human rights

Opinion | Whose lives matter? Navigating aid and ethics in a divided world

As the West and Global South clash over Gaza and beyond, the question of whose lives are deemed worthy of protection exposes deep fractures.

6 Apr 2025 - 3:00PM

Internally displaced Palestinians walk past the rubble of destroyed buildings in the Jabalia refugee camp, northern Gaza Strip, on Thursday. Photo: EPA-EFE

Japan

Japan rebuts criticism of its response to Myanmar earthquake rescue

A Japanese medical care unit arrived at the disaster site in Myanmar on Wednesday, four days after a Chinese team began its rescue work.

5 Apr 2025 - 10:30AMvideocam

Rescuers carry out work in Mandalay, Myanmar, on Monday after a devastating earthquake hit the country’s central region last week. Photo: Xinhua

Earthquakes

Myanmar’s double disaster: an earthquake and a heartless junta

As quake survivors dig through the rubble for loved ones with their bare hands, the military bombs villages and seeks diplomatic openings.

7 Apr 2025 - 11:00AMvideocam

Hong Kong economy

Japan issues megaquake warning, but many travellers from Hong Kong undeterred

Tour bookings remain steady while insurance executives urge travellers to secure coverage.

3 Apr 2025 - 8:30PM

Climate change

Opinion | An Asia racked by natural disasters needs insurers to step up

Instead of withdrawing from high-risk areas, Asia’s insurers must become an active partner in long-term climate risk management.

3 Apr 2025 - 8:30PMvideocam

A Muslim woman cries while offering morning prayers on a road near destroyed mosques in Mandalay on March 31, three days after the deadly Myanmar earthquake. Photo: AFP

China economy

Opinion | Despite hurdles, China’s ambition for global leadership role is clear

From the ‘two sessions’ to Boao Forum, Beijing is promoting tech independence, green innovation and support for developing nations.

3 Apr 2025 - 10:09AMvideocam

Hong Kong

Editorial | Rescue heroes brave dangers on all fronts in Myanmar tragedy

As death toll from powerful earthquake rises, teams from Hong Kong and mainland China still hope to find life in ruins while civil war goes on.

3 Apr 2025 - 12:53AM

Human rights

Myanmar junta declares temporary ceasefire for quake relief

The truce, to show compassion for people affected by Friday’s 7.7 magnitude earthquake, will run until April 22.

2 Apr 2025 - 10:58PM

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong rescue team pulls survivor from rubble of Myanmar earthquake

Man, 52, rescued from hotel in Mandalay by Hong Kong rescue team, in collaboration with mainland Chinese counterparts.

3 Apr 2025 - 12:45PM

A Hong Kong rescue team carry a survivor away from the rubble of a Mandalay hotel in Myanmar. Photo: Handout

2025 Myanmar earthquake

China urges Myanmar to protect rescuers after military fires shots at aid convoy

Chinese earthquake relief team confirmed safe after Myanmar’s military admits to firing warning shots, causing rescuers to retreat.

2 Apr 2025 - 8:26PMvideocam

Thailand

‘Earthquake drunk’ Thais given advice on how to deal with post-quake dizziness

The syndrome, caused by an overstimulated nervous system, is more common among those with anxiety disorders and migraines, experts say.

2 Apr 2025 - 10:50PMvideocam

2025 Myanmar earthquake

Video | Chinese contractors under scrutiny in Bangkok tower collapse

The death toll in the Myanmar earthquake has risen to over 2,700, with hundreds still missing

2 Apr 2025 - 5:17PM

Search for Myanmar quake survivors continues as officials investigate Thai tower collapse

03:07

Ramadan

Video | Indonesian Muslims mark Eid amid economic worries

As Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid ul-Fitr, the festivities in some corners of Asia have been tempered by political, economic and humanitarian concerns

2 Apr 2025 - 2:05PM

Eid festivities dampened by economic, political concerns in Indonesia, India

06:04

Thailand

Amid tragedy, rescue dogs offer hope to Bangkok earthquake victims’ families

Rescuers have brought in 11 dogs to search for signs of life and to provide emotional support for victims’ loved ones.

2 Apr 2025 - 12:00AM

Thailand

Thai man arrested after faking story about pregnant wife buried in quake rubble

The man reportedly collected around US$300 in donations before his lie was exposed.

1 Apr 2025 - 8:42PM

My Take

China leads relief for quake-hit Myanmar. But will civil war stymie aid efforts?

China can play critical role in persuading junta and rebel groups to stop fighting to allow for relief work following devastating earthquake.

1 Apr 2025 - 6:45PM

Rescuers dig through rubble in Mandalay, Myanmar on Monday following a devastating earthquake. Photo: Xinhua

Malaysia

Malaysian rescuers in Myanmar’s quake epicentre face aftershocks, landmines

Hopes of finding survivors are ‘diminishing’ as the critical 72-hour window in which people can survive without water closes.

1 Apr 2025 - 3:43PM

Members of the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team retrieve bodies from under collapsed buildings in Sagaing, Myanmar, on Monday. Photo: Facebook/Smart Team Malaysia

Earthquakes

‘Cosmic verdict’ fears grip Myanmar junta in earthquake’s aftermath

While rescue teams struggle against civil war roadblocks, analysts warn of a ‘cursed’ regime facing a legitimacy crisis.

1 Apr 2025 - 9:49PMvideocam

SCMP Highlights

Singaporeans rediscover China, what Duterte’s downfall means: 7 Asia highlights

From rescuers’ battle in Myanmar quake to Japan’s ‘major disaster’ action plan, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

1 Apr 2025 - 12:00PM

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Myanmar

Chinese reality show slammed for re-enacting ordeal of actor’s Myanmar abduction

Wang says he has declined offers from entertainment industry to adapt his story into films or TV series, not wanting to ‘sell himself off’.

Hero’s welcome for Hong Kong rescuers after return from quake-hit Myanmar

Opinion | Void left by US aid cuts could be vital test for China-India detente

Myanmar earthquake: Singapore deploys cyborg cockroaches in rescue efforts

The insect-robot hybrids are fitted with tiny ‘backpacks’ containing infrared cameras and sensors to detect human heat signatures.

‘Everywhere is cracked’: Bangkok residents question high-rise safety after quake

One property manager said the quake prompted a flurry of inquiries from residents looking to relocate, due to ‘fear and anxiety’ of living far above ground.

Myanmar junta leader visits quake epicentre – 10 days after disaster

Min Aung Hlaing’s visit reportedly hints at prioritisation of relief to religious institutions in Sagaing, where aid workers say supplies have been blocked.

US aid cuts threaten ‘new-found agency’ of many Southeast Asian nations

Countries reliant on Chinese development support will have less room to diversify their ties given the aid cuts, a study shows.

Myanmar earthquake: can Asean step up to fill US aid vacuum?

The US aid retreat opens ways for China and India to use their humanitarian assistance to build influence.

Magnitude 8 earthquake risk on rise in China, surrounding regions, study warns

As the world reels from the aftermath of the Myanmar earthquake, seismologists have warned there is a heightened danger of further disasters.

Opinion | Whose lives matter? Navigating aid and ethics in a divided world

As the West and Global South clash over Gaza and beyond, the question of whose lives are deemed worthy of protection exposes deep fractures.

Japan rebuts criticism of its response to Myanmar earthquake rescue

A Japanese medical care unit arrived at the disaster site in Myanmar on Wednesday, four days after a Chinese team began its rescue work.

Myanmar’s double disaster: an earthquake and a heartless junta

As quake survivors dig through the rubble for loved ones with their bare hands, the military bombs villages and seeks diplomatic openings.

Japan issues megaquake warning, but many travellers from Hong Kong undeterred

Tour bookings remain steady while insurance executives urge travellers to secure coverage.

Opinion | An Asia racked by natural disasters needs insurers to step up

Instead of withdrawing from high-risk areas, Asia’s insurers must become an active partner in long-term climate risk management.

Opinion | Despite hurdles, China’s ambition for global leadership role is clear

From the ‘two sessions’ to Boao Forum, Beijing is promoting tech independence, green innovation and support for developing nations.

Editorial | Rescue heroes brave dangers on all fronts in Myanmar tragedy

As death toll from powerful earthquake rises, teams from Hong Kong and mainland China still hope to find life in ruins while civil war goes on.

Myanmar junta declares temporary ceasefire for quake relief

The truce, to show compassion for people affected by Friday’s 7.7 magnitude earthquake, will run until April 22.

Hong Kong rescue team pulls survivor from rubble of Myanmar earthquake

Man, 52, rescued from hotel in Mandalay by Hong Kong rescue team, in collaboration with mainland Chinese counterparts.

China urges Myanmar to protect rescuers after military fires shots at aid convoy

Chinese earthquake relief team confirmed safe after Myanmar’s military admits to firing warning shots, causing rescuers to retreat.

‘Earthquake drunk’ Thais given advice on how to deal with post-quake dizziness

The syndrome, caused by an overstimulated nervous system, is more common among those with anxiety disorders and migraines, experts say.

Video | Chinese contractors under scrutiny in Bangkok tower collapse

The death toll in the Myanmar earthquake has risen to over 2,700, with hundreds still missing

Video | Indonesian Muslims mark Eid amid economic worries

As Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid ul-Fitr, the festivities in some corners of Asia have been tempered by political, economic and humanitarian concerns

Amid tragedy, rescue dogs offer hope to Bangkok earthquake victims’ families

Rescuers have brought in 11 dogs to search for signs of life and to provide emotional support for victims’ loved ones.

Thai man arrested after faking story about pregnant wife buried in quake rubble

The man reportedly collected around US$300 in donations before his lie was exposed.

China leads relief for quake-hit Myanmar. But will civil war stymie aid efforts?

China can play critical role in persuading junta and rebel groups to stop fighting to allow for relief work following devastating earthquake.

Malaysian rescuers in Myanmar’s quake epicentre face aftershocks, landmines

Hopes of finding survivors are ‘diminishing’ as the critical 72-hour window in which people can survive without water closes.

‘Cosmic verdict’ fears grip Myanmar junta in earthquake’s aftermath

While rescue teams struggle against civil war roadblocks, analysts warn of a ‘cursed’ regime facing a legitimacy crisis.

Singaporeans rediscover China, what Duterte’s downfall means: 7 Asia highlights

From rescuers’ battle in Myanmar quake to Japan’s ‘major disaster’ action plan, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

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