Domestic News Updates – December 20, 2024 Morning
๐๐ 1. The Thai Parliament's Labor Affairs Committee and the Bright Future Group of Spring Revolution Activists Meeting
On December 19, Radio NUG reported that during a meeting between the Thai Parliament's Labor Affairs Committee and the Bright Future group of Spring Revolution activists, the activists urged collaboration and coordination with the National Unity Government (NUG). The news was released by the Thai Parliament's news outlet.
At 2:00 PM on December 19, Deputy Chairman of the Thai Parliament's Labor Affairs Committee, Sia Jampathong, committee members, and representatives of the Bright Future group led by Suraj Giri, convened a hearing regarding the new labor visa policy initiated by the current Thai government.
During the discussions, gratitude was expressed towards the Thai government for its December 16 decision to grant legal residence and work permits to Myanmar nationals who are residing illegally in Thailand. The new visa scheme was designed to provide these migrants with lawful residency and employment opportunities.
Participants in the meeting suggested that the Thai government should issue a unique identification card, known as the "Pink Card," exclusively for migrant workers, eliminating the need for additional documentation such as Certificates of Identity (CI) previously issued by Myanmar's military-controlled immigration department.
Additionally, the activists emphasized that collaborating with the National Unity Government (NUG) would be an effective and practical approach to addressing issues related to both Myanmar migrant workers in Thailand and those displaced due to political turmoil following the military coup in Myanmar. A leader from the Bright Future group expressed this viewpoint during the meeting.
The meeting was attended by representatives from the Bright Future group, the Chairman of the Thai Parliament's Labor Affairs Committee, committee members, and other parliamentary representatives.
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๐๐ 2. Arrest of 300 Drug Traffickers and Users by PSLF/TNLA in Mogok
On December 19, Radio NUG reported that the Public Security and Law Enforcement Force (PSLF) of the TNLA (Ta'ang National Liberation Army) successfully apprehended 300 individuals involved in the trade and use of narcotics in Mogok, a township in Mandalay Region under the control of TNLA's Division 2.
From July 2024 to December 19, anti-drug operations were conducted in Mogok Township, resulting in the arrest of numerous traffickers and users. Among those apprehended were individuals who, during the previous regime under the military council's control, were reportedly permitted to use and trade narcotics in exchange for providing intelligence to allied factions.
The arrested drug users will be sent to rehabilitation centers for six months of mandatory moral and behavioral reform programs. On the other hand, drug traffickers will face legal action in accordance with anti-narcotics laws.
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๐๐ 3. Young Doctor in Mandalay Kidnapped, Extorted, Murdered, and Body Dumped
December 19
Radio NUG
On the morning of December 17, a young doctor in his 30s living in Mandalay was kidnapped while traveling from his home to the hospital. The perpetrators abducted him using a minivan and demanded a ransom of 30 million kyats, which was paid. However, on the morning of December 19, around 4:00 AM, his lifeless body was discovered abandoned near the Mandalay-Kandawgyi Ring Road.
The deceased doctor was identified as an obstetrician-gynecologist (OG) working at a well-known private hospital in Mandalay's Chan Aye Tharzan Township.
Since the military coup, Mandalay has been plagued by lawlessness under the control of military-affiliated groups and Pyu Saw Htee militia. These groups have been engaging in activities such as kidnapping young individuals for ransom, forced conscription of new soldiers, and other crimes. In recent months, military-backed death squads have been targeting and abducting coup opponents, subjecting them to extrajudicial killings.
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๐๐ 4. Relief Provided to Internally Displaced People by Battalion 4 in Thayet District
December 19
Radio NUG
Battalion 4 in Thayet District has provided emergency relief, including food supplies and other essential items, to displaced residents from Nyaung Thit Village in Min Hla Township, Magway Region. The villagers were forced to flee their homes following a raid and arson attack by junta forces on December 6.
This assistance was organized under the "From the People, To the People" initiative, with 1.2 million kyats donated by supporters used to supply the displaced families with the resources they urgently needed.
Battalion 4 called on the broader revolutionary community to continue contributing to support the remaining displaced people who are still in need of assistance.
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๐๐ 5. Myanmar Activists Protest Against Chinese Government in Front of New Zealand's Chinese Consulate
December 19
Radio NUG
On December 19, at 2:00 PM local time, Myanmar activists in New Zealand staged a protest in front of the Chinese Consulate in Auckland. The demonstration condemned the Chinese government’s involvement in Myanmar's affairs. However, the activists had not notified the New Zealand Police in advance, leading to a confrontation between the protesters and the consulate's security personnel.
Members of New Zealand's Diplomatic Squad arrived at the scene to mediate. Following the intervention, the protesters moved away from the consulate's entrance and continued their demonstration, including chanting and other activities, before dispersing at 2:45 PM local time.
Inside the consulate, security personnel were seen taking photos and video recordings of the protesters. The demonstration included former ABSDF (All Burma Students’ Democratic Front) members, young students studying in New Zealand, and other Myanmar activists.
The news was reported by Radio NUG correspondents Min Thihan, Min Sit Thway, and Kha Shel.
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