Domestic News Updates – January 21, 2025 Evening
๐๐ 1. Union Minister Daw Zin Mar Aung Congratulates Marco Rubio on His Confirmation as U.S. Secretary of State
January 21
Union Minister for Foreign Affairs Daw Zin Mar Aung expressed her congratulations on the confirmation of Marco Rubio as the U.S. Secretary of State via social media on January 21.
She stated:
"I warmly congratulate you on your unanimous confirmation as Secretary of State. Your dedication to leadership and public service is commendable, and I look forward to seeing your strong commitment to diplomacy and international cooperation in your new role."
President Donald Trump was inaugurated on January 20, and the new administration is expected to begin implementing its agenda, including foreign affairs, shortly.
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๐๐ 2. National Unity Government Plans to Accelerate the Revolution in 2025 with Ethnic Alliances and Revolutionary Forces
January 21
U Kyaw Zaw, spokesperson for the Presidential Office of the National Unity Government (NUG), announced that the government will collaborate with ethnic alliances and revolutionary forces to intensify the revolution in 2025.
Speaking during the "Press Briefing on Updates to the Public and International Community" broadcasted today, he stated:
"Our National Unity Government will work hand-in-hand with ethnic alliances and revolutionary forces to intensify the revolution in 2025. We aim to prevent human rights violations in Myanmar, end the killing of civilians, eradicate transborder crimes committed by Kyarpyaint groups, and rebuild the nation's economy to free the people from ongoing crises."
He further noted that joint military operations would become stronger in 2025, accompanied by broader political agreements.
“To counter the junta’s atrocities, the international community needs to cut off financial flows to the SAC and take more effective measures. Regardless of any opposition, the military dictatorship is bound to fall,” U Kyaw Zaw added.
He also emphasized the NUG’s ongoing collaboration with ethnic alliances to lay the foundation for a federal democratic union, stating:
"While we continue to fight for the establishment of a Federal Democratic Union, we are already laying its foundations by working jointly with ethnic alliances. For example, the Ministry of Health recently deployed medical personnel and staff to serve in regions such as Karenni and Chin States, ensuring services reach local communities."
He concluded by expressing confidence that the people's revolution, driven by unity and bravery, will ultimately achieve victory, leading to a peaceful, prosperous, and independent Myanmar.
Additionally, U Kyaw Zaw reiterated the demand for the immediate and unconditional release of all political detainees, including Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.
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๐๐ 3. Deputy Minister Daw Ei Thinzar Maung Urges Support for Candle Sales to Aid Refugee Camps
January 21
Deputy Minister Daw Ei Thinzar Maung encouraged the public to support the purchase of candles produced by a refugee camp as part of a fundraising initiative on January 21.
She said:
"The candle production from this refugee camp is part of the Clean Yangon initiative, which represents domestic and international donors. You can support this cause by visiting the Clean Yangon page."
Revolutionary forces are producing goods, including candles, to support the Spring Revolution.
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๐๐ 4. Over 6,190 Lives Lost During Spring Revolution Due to Junta and Affiliates’ Actions
January 20
According to the Assistance Association for Political Prisoners (AAPP), as of January 20, 2025, a total of 6,190 pro-democracy activists and civilians have been killed during the Spring Revolution due to actions by the military junta and its affiliates.
Since the coup on February 1, 2021, 28,284 individuals have been arrested, of whom 21,569 remain detained. Among those, 10,047 have been sentenced to prison.
This report was provided by Radio NUG correspondents Nway Oo Shwe Wah and Min Thihan.
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