"Myanmar confirms fuel oil supply, has 40 days in reserve"       "Myanmar Airways restarts flights to Dubai"       "Myanmar urges a new chapter of peace and dialogue in the Middle East"       "Myanmar accuses KIA and PDF of attacking civilian aircraft"       "Myanmar official expresses frustration over Foreign Minister comments"      

Myanmar confirms fuel oil supply, has 40 days in reserve

Monday, March 9, 2026

PanOrient News

YANGON: Myanmar’s Energy Ministry says fuel is flowing into the country steadily despite reports of difficulties in supplies.

“Unscrupulous persons are spreading news of possible shortages, as neighboring Thailand has banned fuel export,” said Maj-Gen Zaw Min Tun, leader of the National Defense and Security Council’s Information Team.

Within the region, Myanmar imports fuel oil from Singapore and Malaysia, which serve as regional processing and trading hubs, and...

Myanmar Airways restarts flights to Dubai

Sunday, March 8, 2026

(GNLM)

PanOrient News

YANGON: Myanmar Airways International (MAI) has restarted its flights to Dubai, following a temporary suspension due to the closure of airspace in the region.

According to the airline, a return flight to Dubai was operated on March 6 after an assessment of the latest regional airspace updates and after receiving the necessary clearance from the Dubai authorities. The scheduling of further flights on the Dubai-Yangon route remains subject to continued approval from the relev...

Myanmar urges a new chapter of peace and dialogue in the Middle East

Friday, March 6, 2026

PanOrient News

Nay Pyi Taw: Myanmar on Friday (March 6) voiced grave concern about the recent surge of violence in the Middle East and called on all sides to come together for meaningful dialogue and enduring peace.

An official statement from Myanmar's Foreign Ministry in Nay Pyi Taw emphasized that “Myanmar believes countries can resolve conflicts only through constructive dialogue and diplomatic efforts based on the five principles of Peaceful Co-existence.”

"All parties involved...

Myanmar accuses KIA and PDF of attacking civilian aircraft

Monday, February 23, 2026

(MOFA)

PanOrient News

YANGON: The KIA and PDF, labeled as terrorist groups by Myanmar’s government, launched a coordinated drone strike on a civilian passenger plane at Myitkyina Airport on Friday.

Security forces rushed to evacuate passengers and crew, swiftly moving them to safety, according to Myanmar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The targeted aircraft was set to fly from Mandalay to Myitkyina.

“Due to the malicious attack targeting innocent civilians, passengers and crew experienced...

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