Domestic News Updates – January 01, 2025 Morning
๐๐ 1. The Union Prime Minister and Officials of the Prime Minister's Office Meet PDF Trainers and Trainees, Providing Necessary Support
December 31
Radio NUG
The National Unity Government (NUG) announced that the Union Prime Minister, Mahn Win Khaing Than, along with officials from the Prime Minister's Office, visited People's Defense Force (PDF) training schools. During the visit, they met with training instructors, trainers, and trainees to offer words of encouragement, provided lunch, and distributed necessary supplies.
While addressing the trainees, the Union Prime Minister stated:
"I deeply respect and appreciate the young people who have sacrificed their personal lives to join the revolution as PDFs. You are the ones who are rewriting Myanmar's history with your blood, sweat, and determination. When we rebuild our country, which has been held back by military dictatorship, it will depend on the strength of this generation. Therefore, I urge you to protect and support one another as comrades while striving for success in achieving your military objectives."
Accompanying the Union Prime Minister on this visit were Deputy Minister U Kyaw Ni from the Ministry of Labor, the Prime Minister's Personal Secretary, Permanent Secretary Daw Kyi Pyar from the Prime Minister's Office, Spokesperson U Nay Hpone Latt, Deputy Chief of Defense Dr. Yin Mar, Southern Military Region Deputy Division Commander (2) Comrade Saw Shar, Technical Advisor Dr. Lawka Nat from the Ministry of Defense, and Special Operations Forces (SOF) Commander Comrade Aung San Shar from the Southern Military Region. Officials from the PDF and related organizations were also present.
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๐๐ 2. "The Military Junta Has Collapsed Across All Fronts in 2024," Says Union Minister for Human Rights
December 31
Radio NUG
In his New Year’s Eve address on December 31, U Aung Myo Min, Union Minister for Human Rights, declared that the military junta had collapsed across all areas—including military, political, international, and economic fronts—in 2024.
He stated:
"I pay respect and honor to all the brave fighters who continue to stand firm on various fronts during this revolutionary period. It is evident to all that the junta has failed across all fronts in 2024, including military, political, international, economic, and efforts to win the support of the public. No matter how much the military tries to suppress us through killings or oppression, they cannot stop our revolution fueled by courage and determination."
He added that the collapsing military regime has been attempting to initiate peace negotiations due to its defeats on the battlefield.
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๐๐ 3. Union Minister Naw Susanna Hla Hla Soe Sends Greetings to the Karen New Year Celebration in Frankfurt, Germany
December 31
Radio NUG
On December 31, Union Minister Naw Susanna Hla Hla Soe from the Ministry of Women, Youth, and Children’s Affairs (MOWYCA) of the National Unity Government sent her congratulatory message to the Karen New Year celebration held in Frankfurt, Germany.
The message was read aloud during the event by Daw Cho Cho Myo Wint, according to reports.
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๐๐ 4. MOWYCA Urges Continued Support for the "Revolution Legacy Campaign"
December 31
Radio NUG
The Ministry of Women, Youth, and Children’s Affairs (MOWYCA) urged the public to continue participating in the "Revolution Legacy Campaign" during its New Year message.
In their statement, the ministry emphasized that under the military dictatorship, internally displaced people and those in prisons are suffering from human rights abuses and a lack of basic necessities such as safe housing, daily food, clean drinking water, and personal security. Only by meeting these essential needs can efforts be made to strive for a better future.
MOWYCA stated that the funds collected from the campaign will be distributed as follows:
- 30% for children and women displaced by conflict
- 30% for female and young detainees in prisons
- 30% for general expenses of female revolutionaries
- 10% for the operational funds of the Ministry of Women, Youth, and Children’s Affairs
The ministry reiterated its commitment to supporting essential areas as much as possible and called on the public to contribute and strengthen the campaign efforts.
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๐๐ 5. Korean People Urged to Continue Supporting Myanmar Citizens Until Their Suffering Ends and Democracy is Fully Achieved
December 31
Radio NUG
The South Korean NUG representative stated that the Korean people should continue supporting the people of Myanmar until their suffering ends and they can fully enjoy their democratic rights.
In a “New Year’s Greeting Message” delivered on December 31, U Yan Naing Htun, the NUG representative to South Korea, conveyed his wishes for a happy and prosperous New Year to all citizens of South Korea, leaders of political parties, organizations, and democracy advocates across the nation, as well as officials from various government institutions.
He expressed profound gratitude for the extensive support that the Korean people and government have provided to Myanmar's democratic movement. He also reiterated the mutual solidarity between the two nations, acknowledging the Myanmar people's support for Korea’s democratic journey in the past.
Furthermore, the representative appealed to the Korean people to persist in their efforts to end the suffering caused by the brutal and oppressive actions of Myanmar's military regime. He called for continuous support until Myanmar citizens can enjoy full democratic rights, similar to those achieved in South Korea. With this heartfelt wish, the representative welcomed the New Year on behalf of the NUG.
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๐๐ 6. Thailand Denies Evidence of Financial Transactions Supporting Myanmar Military’s Weapon Purchases
December 31
Radio NUG
The Thai government has denied finding any evidence to support allegations that Thai banks were involved in facilitating financial transactions to aid Myanmar’s military in acquiring weapons, as per a UN expert’s report.
On December 30, the Bank of Thailand and the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) stated that they had not discovered any documents substantiating claims from a June report by the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). The report alleged that companies registered in Thailand were involved in transferring funds through Thai banks to the Myanmar military for the purchase of weapons and military equipment. It was estimated that around $60 million was transferred in the 2022 fiscal year and $120 million in 2023.
While some financial institutions were found to have conducted transactions with entities mentioned in the OHCHR report, there was no evidence linking these transactions to arms purchases, according to the joint statement by the Bank of Thailand and AMLO.
The Thai government, in response to the allegations, had set up a special task force in July to reassess its capacity to investigate past financial dealings. The joint statement highlighted the need to enhance anti-money laundering protocols and measures against financing terrorism to manage risks more effectively and prevent financial institutions from being exploited for human rights violations or illegal funding.
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๐๐ 7. Rohingya Detainees in Myanmar Jails Continue to Face Prolonged Detention
December 31
Radio NUG
Thousands of Rohingya detainees are being held across Myanmar's prisons, primarily charged under illegal border-crossing laws, according to a statement by the Myanmar Political Prisoners Network (PPNM).
Significant numbers of Rohingya are incarcerated in prisons such as Insein, Pathein, Myaungmya, Maubin, and Pyay. The report revealed that over 1,000 Rohingya detainees are held in Pathein Prison, 352 in Myaungmya Prison, and 38 in Maubin Prison, including 32 men and 6 women. Additionally, Pyay Prison holds 60 Rohingya, including new arrivals. Insein Prison alone houses approximately 500 Rohingya detainees.
Many detainees face poor healthcare services and delays in receiving medical treatment. At least four male Rohingya detainees have reportedly died due to inadequate medical care this year.
The investigation revealed that 150 Rohingya detainees in Myaungmya Prison and others in Maubin Prison, who were eligible for release, remain in detention as of the 2024 Independence Day amnesty. The continued detention is attributed to difficulties in repatriating detainees to Rakhine State due to ongoing conflict.
With no relatives to sponsor their release, many Rohingya detainees rely on political prisoners for food and other necessities. The PPNM reaffirmed its commitment to advocating for the rights and welfare of all detainees, including Rohingya prisoners, and to raising awareness of their plight.
The reports were prepared by Radio NUG correspondents Min Thihan, Min Sitt Thway, and Khashel.
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