(NOTICE: Please note the name change of our publication from B.U.R.M.A. to BURMA ISSUES. Starting in October 1993, we have made this name change and all of our publications, campaigns and correspondence will now come under the name BURMA ISSUES. We regret any confusion which this may cause.) SUPPORT ACTIVITIES: The Ontario Public Interest Research Group (OPIRG-Carleton) is a student funded and directed organization which attempts to address social justice and environmental issues. ... CIVIL WAR: An indication that the launching of a limited military offensive by SLORC in the Karen state this coming dry season has appeared on the surface of a deceptively calm year. The dry season will start at the beginning of November. ... HUMAN RIGHTS: Consequently, the people in the area are extremely worried about the possibility of a Burmese army summer offensive into the guerrilla-controlled area. Such an operation would create serious starvation in the area as well as an increase in the number of human rights abuse cases. ... POLITICS: SLORC?s Way to Democracy ... NEWS BRIEFS: Money Changers, Roads, Oil, Burmese Seamen, Health Team Visit, ...