NEWS

Showing results for "buddhism in myanmar"

Sister Chan Khong Appeals for an End to Rohingya Oppression in Open Letter to Aung San Suu Kyi
Buddhist nun urges compassion, forgiveness, and reconciliation
Uploaded 13 Mar 2017
Myanmar Buddhist Recognizes the Right of All Children to Receive an Education
Bridging the divide between segregated communities in Myanmar's volatile Rakhine State
Uploaded 1 Feb 2017
Senior Malaysian Monk Condemns Anti-Muslim Violence in Myanmar
Says violence towards Rohingya Muslims runs counter to Buddhist principles
Uploaded 8 Dec 2016
Disrespectful Visitors the Bane of Bagan’s Ancient Buddhist Monuments
Cultural authorities tackle plague of graffiti at historic site
Uploaded 26 Sep 2016
Buddhist Hardliners Protest Annan’s Visit to Myanmar’s Troubled Rakhine State
State's dominant political party decries Annan's role in conflict resolution
Uploaded 6 Sep 2016
Myanmar Picks Former UN Chief Kofi Annan to Head Buddhist-Muslim Rakhine Commission
Panel tasked with addressing human rights abuses in restive Rakhine State
Uploaded 26 Aug 2016
Three Dead, Scores of Ancient Buddhist Temples Damaged in Myanmar Quake
Tremors felt as as far away as Bangkok, Calcutta, and Dhaka
Uploaded 25 Aug 2016
Last Rites and Cremation Performed for Sayadaw U Pandita
Followers from across Myanmar and overseas gather to pay their respects
Uploaded 25 Apr 2016
Burmese Vipassana Master Sayadaw U Pandita Dies
Revered monk and influential teacher passed away at the age of 94
Uploaded 18 Apr 2016
Yangon’s Ancient Sule Pagoda Receives a Glistering Facelift
Craftsmen renew Buddhist monument’s weather-worn gilding
Uploaded 13 Apr 2016
Myanmar’s Former President Temporarily Ordains as a Buddhist Monk
Decision comes just days after a historic transition of political power
Uploaded 6 Apr 2016
Thuksey Rinpoche Leads Buddhist Monks on Peace Pilgrimage in Myanmar
Walk seeks to cement India-Myanmar ties and smooth transition for new government
Uploaded 2 Feb 2016
Back to Top