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Place in News: Myanmar

Posted 09 Oct 2025

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Article Summary

Myanmar's military drops bombs on protesters amid ongoing political unrest; borders with China, India, and Southeast Asian nations highlight regional complexities and geographical features.

Map showing **Myanmar and its neighboring countries** — India, China, Laos, Thailand, and Bangladesh — along with major cities and surrounding water bodies like the **Bay of Bengal** and **Gulf of Martaban**.

Myanmar (Capital: Nay Pyi Taw)

Myanmar military dropped bombs on protesters. 

Political Features:

  • Location: Western portion of mainland Southeast Asia.
  • Bordering Nations: China (North and Northeast), Laos (East), Thailand (South East), Bangladesh (West), India (North West).
  • Bordering water bodies: Andaman Sea (South), Bay of Bengal (South West).

Geographical Features:

  • Major mountain ranges: Rakhine Mountains, Shan Plateau, Dawna Range, Tenasserim Mountains etc.
  • Highest point: Mount Hkakabo Razi.
  • Major rivers: Irrawaddy, Chindwin, Sittang, Salween, Yangon River.
  • Tags :
  • Myanmar
  • Myanmar (Capital: Nay Pyi Taw)
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