Recent Events and Developments in Myanmar
In 2008 January Myanmar is shocked by a series of bomb blasts. The media points to the role of the rebellious group the Karen National Union (KNU) behind this incident to meet their demand of more autonomy for Karen ethnic group.
In 2008 April The new constitution is tabled by government. According to this newly drafted constitution quarters of seats are reserved for the military and banned the pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from contesting election and holding office.
In 2008 May The low low-lying Irrawaddy delta was worst hit by cyclone Nargis. According to an estimate more than 134,000 lost their lives due to this natural disaster.
In 2008 November number of political activists were sentenced to jail for 65 years due to their involvement in anti-junta activities.
In 2008 December even after protest from human rights groups Government signs gas pipe line deal with four foreign countries including China.
In 2009 January Thailand authorities drive out hundreds of Burmese Muslims who fled to Thailand coast. The Muslims were finally rescued by Indonesian boats who ferried them to safety.
For the first time in a year UN envoy Ibrahim Gambari meets opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
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