Domestic News Updates – January 03, 2025 Evening
๐๐ 1. Union Minister Dr. Sasa Meets with Key Figures in the United States
January 3
Union Minister Dr. Sasa stated that he has been meeting and holding discussions with key figures in the United States throughout January.
He remarked, "It was a rare privilege to meet Sam Brownback, a significant leader who played a critical role in facilitating the historic meeting between Myanmar's religious leaders and President Trump at the White House. I am particularly grateful for the opportunity to discuss the ongoing crisis in Myanmar, including the destruction of places of worship under an oppressive military dictatorship."
Similarly, Dr. Sasa also met with the 50th Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Mr. Newt Gingrich.
"Meeting Mr. Newt Gingrich was an extraordinary opportunity. I am deeply thankful for this invaluable privilege," the minister stated.
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๐๐ 2. Myanmar Military’s Actions Amount to War Crimes and Genocide, Says Union Minister U Aung Myo Min
January 3
Union Minister U Aung Myo Min declared at a press conference organized by the Ministry of Human Rights on January 3 that, "The actions committed by Myanmar’s military are not merely violations of basic human rights but also constitute war crimes, crimes against humanity, and acts of genocide."
He elaborated, "The brutal military continues to perpetrate human rights violations despite its deteriorating state. These acts have escalated beyond ordinary rights violations to reach the level of international crimes as defined by global standards. We have identified three specific crimes related to Myanmar to report and submit for international action."
He further highlighted the systemic targeting of civilians during military operations, stating, "The Myanmar military’s actions include deliberate, widespread, and systematic attacks on civilians, which clearly classify as war crimes and crimes against humanity. These acts also fall under genocide, which involves the intentional destruction of an ethnic group."
At the same event, Deputy Minister for Human Rights U Aung Kyaw Moe presented data on atrocities committed by the military, including 1,787 extrajudicial killings and 1,355 incidents of property destruction.
In Sagaing Region alone, human rights violations numbered 1,243 cases in 2023 and 1,152 cases in 2024.
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๐๐ 3. UN’s Focus on Rohingya Issue Lacks Broader Nationwide Action, Says Deputy Minister
January 3
At the January 3 press conference held by the Ministry of Human Rights, Deputy Minister U Aung Kyaw Moe stated that while the United Nations has made decisions concerning the Rohingya issue, it has yet to adopt broader, nationwide resolutions for Myanmar.
"Challenges persist within the UN framework. While there have been actions regarding the Rohingya crisis, there is still no decisive, comprehensive resolution at a national level. Furthermore, some nations are strongly opposing the provision of arms to the junta, adding another layer of complexity," he said.
In December 2022, the UN Security Council adopted Resolution UNSCR 2669 on Myanmar; however, the junta has not complied with it. The UK is currently leading discussions on follow-up actions to enforce the resolution.
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๐๐ 4. Nearly 400 Youths Arbitrarily Detained in Mandalay under Military Draft Laws
January 3
Nearly 400 youths were arbitrarily detained in Mandalay in December under the pretext of the junta's military draft laws, according to a statement from the Mandalay Strike Committee on January 3.
Between December 16 and December 31, a two-week period, arbitrary arrests took place in seven townships within Mandalay. According to records from the Mandalay Strike Committee:
Aungmyaythazan Township: 43 individuals
Chanayethazan Township: 18 individuals
Maha Aungmyay Township: 33 individuals
Chanmyathazi Township: 47 individuals
Pyigyitagon Township: 46 individuals
Patheingyi Township: 43 individuals
Amarapura Township: 36 individuals
In total, no fewer than 266 individuals were arrested during this period. For December overall, the number rises to 391 across these townships.
Notably, in one neighborhood within Maha Aungmyay Township, over 100 youths have been arbitrarily detained since the enforcement of the military draft law.
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๐๐ 5. International Film Festival "Flowers of Freedom" Raises Over 1 Billion Kyat for Myanmar
January 3
The international film festival “Flowers of Freedom” has successfully raised over 1 billion kyat to support various needs across Myanmar. Organized by Artists' Shelter, the festival toured globally in 2024, reaching audiences worldwide.
The festival showcased four films created by revolutionary artists: Guilt, We Have Ourselves, Together, and The Unknown Infinity.
"Thanks to the unwavering support of CRPH-OFP Fundraising Program, international fundraisers, and individual donors, we were able to host 30 screenings in 14 countries as part of a fundraising initiative," stated Artists' Shelter.
Proceeds from the screenings, totaling 1,033,841,836.10 MMK, were promptly distributed to address urgent needs in Myanmar. Artists' Shelter expressed heartfelt gratitude to all organizations and individuals who contributed to the success of this initiative.
These reports were compiled by Radio NUG correspondents Min Thihan and Ko Khant.
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