Domestic News Updates – December 24, 2024 Evening
๐๐ 1. Efforts to Resolve Myanmar's Issues Should Align with the Will and Interests of Its People, Says Presidential Office Spokesperson
Efforts to address Myanmar's issues must be in line with the will and interests of the Myanmar people, according to Kyaw Zaw, the spokesperson for the Presidential Office. Speaking at a press briefing titled "Message to the People and the International Community" on December 24, he emphasized the importance of inclusive dialogue and actions that respect the aspirations of the people.
Kyaw Zaw expressed concerns about recent discussions in Thailand, held on December 19, which included representatives of the military junta. "Inviting only representatives of the violent military junta to the talks will not resolve the issue and may, in fact, embolden their violent actions," he remarked.
The spokesperson questioned the exclusivity of the so-called “Myanmar Meeting” and called for meaningful engagement with all relevant stakeholders. "When striving to resolve Myanmar's crisis, it is crucial to engage with all stakeholders involved. Actions that undermine trust among these stakeholders must be avoided," he said.
Thailand hosted an informal meeting on Myanmar's issues in Bangkok on December 19-20, inviting representatives of the military junta. This approach has raised concerns about its effectiveness and inclusivity in addressing the crisis.
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๐๐ 2. Killing of Over 30 Civilians, Including Women and Children, Near Mo So Village Could Constitute a War Crime, Says IIMM on Third Anniversary
The Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM) issued a statement on December 24, marking the third anniversary of the massacre near Mo So village in Hpruso Township, Kayah (Karenni) State. The incident, which occurred on Christmas Eve three years ago, saw over 30 civilians, including women and children, brutally killed and their bodies burned.
The statement highlighted that targeting civilians, forcing them to flee their homes, and other such actions constitute violations of international law and could amount to war crimes or crimes against humanity.
The IIMM also noted that it continues to collect evidence related to this and other incidents involving harm to civilians. "On the eve of Christmas three years ago, over 30 civilians, including women and children, were brutally murdered near Mo So village, and their bodies were set on fire. Many others were displaced from the area," the statement read.
This atrocity serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing violence and the need for accountability under international law.
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๐๐ 3. Continued Pressure on AIRBUS to Cut Ties with AVIC is Necessary, Says Blood Money Campaign
The Blood Money Campaign urged the public on December 24 to continue pressuring AIRBUS to take action against AVIC, a Chinese state-owned corporation that collaborates with the Myanmar military. The campaign highlighted the role of AVIC and its subsidiaries in supplying military aircraft used by the junta for attacks on civilians.
On December 15, during the Myanmar military's 77th Air Force Day, eight new aircraft were commissioned, including three FTC-2000G fighter jets, one K-8W jet, one Y-8 transport aircraft, and three Mi-17 helicopters. The campaign noted that these aircraft were manufactured by AVIC and its subsidiaries, which are economic partners of the European aerospace giant AIRBUS.
The campaign called on AIRBUS to uphold its commitments to human rights by taking tangible action against AVIC. "AIRBUS must either pressure AVIC to cease supplying military equipment to the junta or sever its partnership with AVIC altogether," the statement read.
Since the military's illegal coup in 2021, Myanmar has suffered over 7,000 airstrikes, with civilian casualties continuing to rise.
The news reports above were provided by Radio NUG’s correspondent Min Thihan.
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