Myanmar Junta Chief Meets Malaysian PM In Bangkok, Frees 5,000 In Prisoner Amnesty
Thursday, 17 April 2025 () By Pimuk Rakkanam
Myanmar’s junta chief held talks in Thailand on Thursday with Malaysia’s prime minister that were expected to focus on peace efforts and quake relief as his military government released almost 5,000 prisoners for its Buddhist New Year’s amnesty.
Only about 100 political prisoners were freed in the...
A series of four earthquakes struck India, Myanmar, and Tajikistan within just one hour on Sunday morning, alarming millions across central and South Asia. The strongest tremor, at magnitude 6.1, hit Tajikistan, while Myanmar experienced a powerful 5.5 aftershock amidst its ongoing quake crisis. India’s Himachal Pradesh saw a 3.4 magnitude quake early in the day. Though no major casualties were reported, the tremors sent residents fleeing and reignited fears about seismic vulnerabilities across the region, especially in areas already coping with infrastructure damage and humanitarian distress.
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A 5.5-magnitude earthquake hit central Myanmar near Meiktila on Sunday, marking one of the strongest aftershocks since the deadly March 28 temblor that killed over 3,600. The quake struck as the country entered its Thingyan holiday, compounding a humanitarian crisis worsened by the earlier 7.7 quake and ongoing civil war. No casualties have been reported so far, but minor damage and panic were reported in Wundwin township. Relief efforts continue amid growing fears of food shortages, health risks, and political suppression of information in quake-hit zones.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping wraps up his Southeast Asia tour with a strategic visit to Cambodia, aiming to fortify bilateral ties and expand regional trade as tensions with the U.S. intensify. Amid fresh American tariffs targeting Chinese and Cambodian exports, Xi's outreach signals China’s pivot toward Southeast Asia. Following stops in Vietnam and Malaysia, his Cambodia leg underlines Beijing’s plan to counterbalance Western pressure with stronger ASEAN partnerships. The visit emphasizes mutual cooperation, trade development, and geopolitical maneuvering as China reinforces its influence in the region.
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Dozens were injured after a massive fire broke out in Puchong, near Malaysia's capital, when a gas pipeline burst, sending flames spreading to homes.
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Malaysia: A massive fire erupted at a Petronas gas pipeline in Malaysia’s Puchong town, sending 63 people to the hospital with burns and respiratory issues. The fire, which broke out Tuesday morning, caused a towering inferno, prompting evacuations and emergency relief efforts. Petronas has shut off the pipeline valve, but smoke and flames continue to rise. Authorities have sealed off the area, while ambulances rush victims to hospitals. No fatalities have been reported, but the full extent of the damage remains unknown.
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Buddhist statues in Thailand splashed with water as Songkran New Year festival starts
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Myanmar Earthquake: The 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has caused massive destruction. The effect of this earthquake was felt even in India. The earthquake has caused damage from Sagaing of Myanmar to Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. It is being claimed that at least 1000 people have died in the devastation in Thailand. Now satellite images of the Myanmar earthquake have been released which has shaken everyone.
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Myanmar, Thailand Earthquake: A powerful earthquake near the Myanmar-Thailand border triggered terrifying scenes in Bangkok, where a rooftop pool overflowed, creating a dramatic waterfall effect. Shocked residents watched as water gushed down from high-rise buildings, sweeping people off their feet in tsunami-like chaos. The tremors, felt across Thailand, caused panic and forced evacuations. The Myanmar quake, measuring over 6.0 magnitude, has raised concerns about aftershocks and structural damage in both countries. Watch the viral footage of the shocking moment!
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