Rohingya
Interfaith leaders tackle religious extremism in Myanmar
By Ei Ei Htwe — January 15, 2015
As ethno-religious conflicts and extremism hinder Myanmar’s democratic reforms, faith leaders across the country emphasize the need for interfaith dialogue and religious tolerance.
Why won’t Aung San Suu Kyi say the word ‘Rohingya’? (COMMENTARY)
By Brian Pellot — December 4, 2014
YANGON, Myanmar (RNS) Remaining silent on one of today’s gravest humanitarian crises risks fully compromising Aung San Suu Kyi's credibility and status as an internationally respected stateswoman.
Détente on Christmas * Beard passes * Christ Bless Mississippi: Religious Freedom Recap
By Brian Pellot — December 4, 2014
This month's religious freedom news and views from around the world. Read with caution. Prozac optional.
Can Obama help Burma’s persecuted Muslims?
By Mark Silk — November 12, 2014
Maybe, but only up to a point.
Concerned with violence against Muslims, Islamic organization visits Myanmar
By Richard S. Ehrlich — November 18, 2013
(RNS) At the end of a three-day tour, the Saudi-based Organization of Islamic Cooperation told Buddhist-majority Myanmar to repeal "laws restricting fundamental freedoms" after more than 240 Muslims were killed by Buddhist mobs during the past year.
Suzan Johnson Cook defends her work on religious freedom and explains why she left
By Lauren Markoe — October 28, 2013
WASHINGTON (RNS) The Obama administration's ambassador-at-large for international religious freedom is hoping to make more money in the private sector.
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