Domestic News Updates – January 19, 2025 Evening
๐๐ 1. National Unity Government Shares Revolutionary Funds with Allies
January 18, Radio NUG
The National Unity Government (NUG) held a virtual ceremony on January 18 to distribute revolutionary funds it had collected. The event was conducted via Zoom, according to an official statement from the NUG.
The ceremony was attended by Acting President Duwa Lashi La, Prime Minister Mahn Win Khaing Than, NUG officials, and representatives from the Interim Chin National Consultative Council (ICNCC) and the Chinland Council (CC).
Beyond distributing funds, the event also served as a platform for discussions on uniting and strengthening various Chin organizations and forces. The leaders emphasized collaboration and explored strategies to work together towards shared goals.
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๐๐ 2. China to Crack Down on Human Trafficking Rings Operating Along the Myawaddy Border
January 18, Radio NUG
The Chinese Ministry of Public Security has announced plans to intensify efforts to dismantle criminal syndicates engaged in cross-border human trafficking in the Myawaddy area.
According to recent reports, numerous Chinese nationals, including actors and beauty pageant professionals, were lured and trafficked to the Thailand-Myanmar border. These individuals were cut off from communication and trapped, drawing widespread public attention.
The Ministry is prioritizing the rescue of stranded Chinese nationals while launching extensive investigations into these incidents. It has mobilized local security forces and partnered with diplomatic missions abroad to facilitate rescue operations and case investigations, as reported by Xinhua News Agency.
Chinese authorities have already rescued some victims and safely repatriated them to China. However, additional cases have emerged, including the trafficking of a Chinese actor through Myawaddy's "Apollo Park" to zones like "Huang Ra" and "Khain Shwun," known hubs of online scam operations.
The syndicates responsible for these crimes, operating under the protection of Border Guard Force (BGF) units led by Major Saw Chit Thu, were discovered to be involved in fraudulent schemes. Collaborative operations by Chinese and Thai law enforcement agencies have so far resulted in the arrest of 12 suspects. Investigations and efforts to apprehend more individuals are ongoing.
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๐๐ 3. Student Union Federation Expels Member for Sexual Harassment
January 18, Radio NUG
The All Burma Federation of Student Unions (ABFSU) has expelled Ko Soe Hla Naing, a member of its secretariat, following allegations of sexual harassment, according to an official statement released on January 18.
Ko Soe Hla Naing, who previously served as Deputy Secretary for Livelihood Affairs, was initially suspended from his position in August 2024 due to social misconduct. Further investigations revealed new allegations of sexual harassment against him, which were confirmed during subsequent inquiries.
The ABFSU stated that the decision to expel him was based on evidence obtained during the investigation, demonstrating their commitment to addressing such misconduct.
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๐๐ 4. Training Program for Rural Administrative Teams Held in Monywa Township
January 18, Radio NUG
The People's Administrative Team of Monywa Township, Sagaing Region, conducted a two-day administrative training program for rural administrative leaders from January 15 to 16, 2025, according to an official statement.
The training covered key administrative roles, with sessions delivered by township officials, including the Township Administrator, Office Secretary, Humanitarian Coordinator, and representatives for Women, Youth, and Child Affairs.
At the conclusion of the program, seals were distributed to rural administrative leaders to signify their completion of the training.
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๐๐ 5. Death Toll from February 2021 Coup to End of 2024 Includes 1,826 Women, 2,255 Youths, and 983 Children
January 18, Radio NUG
Between February 2021 and December 31, 2024, a total of 8,628 people lost their lives during the Spring Revolution, according to a report from the NUG Ministry of Women, Youth, and Children’s Affairs.
Among the casualties, 1,826 were women, accounting for 21.2% of the total, with Sagaing Region recording the highest number of deaths.
The report also revealed that 2,255 youths were killed, comprising 26.1% of all casualties, with most being men and Sagaing again suffering the highest loss.
Additionally, 983 children were among the deceased, representing 11.4% of the total, with Sagaing witnessing the highest child death toll as well.
These updates were reported by Radio NUG correspondent Khur Shel.
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