Domestic News Updates – February 20, 2025 Morning
๐๐ 1. Military Dictatorships Constantly Seek Ways to Oppress the People and Sow Division Among Them, Says Prime Minister
Military dictatorships are not only continuously devising methods to oppress the people, but also actively seeking ways to create divisions among them, said Prime Minister Mahn Win Khaing Than during the National Unity Government’s (6/2025) Cabinet Meeting held on February 18.
He stated, “As a revolution progresses over time, the challenges it faces inevitably increase. Our adversary is a military dictatorship that has, for decades, relentlessly suppressed democracy activists through various means and methods. It is an oppressive regime that repeatedly resurfaces on the international stage. Therefore, we must neither overestimate nor underestimate our enemy. The military dictatorship is constantly looking for ways to repress the people while also working to divide us. At the same time, they will exploit every opportunity to regain international recognition. We must remain vigilant, closely monitor their actions, and prepare accordingly.”
He further emphasized, “For ethnic armed organizations that have been fighting for decades and for revolutionary forces that have long struggled for democracy and human rights, this time, we must recognize that the battle is about cutting the problem at its root. There is no time to hesitate; we must all push forward together. If we are not united, just as in previous times, the enemy will dismantle each group individually, weaken us through internal divisions, and attempt to suppress the revolution. To prevent such repeated setbacks, we must all struggle and overcome these challenges together.”
During the meeting, the Prime Minister’s Office spokesperson, U Nay Phone Latt, presented a report on post-offensive missions. Following the discussion, the Prime Minister provided clarifications and exchanged views, after which the Acting President delivered closing remarks before concluding the meeting.
The meeting was attended by Acting President Duwa Lashi La, Prime Minister Mahn Win Khaing Than, Union Ministers, and Deputy Ministers, according to reports.
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๐๐ 2. Union Minister Naw Susanna Hla Hla Soe Meets with NUG’s Japan Representative Office, Allocates Donations for IDP Camps and Children's Education
The National Unity Government’s (NUG) Union Minister for Women, Youth, and Children’s Affairs, Naw Susanna Hla Hla Soe, along with Ministry Advisor Daw Shwe Shwe Sein Latt, met with U Saw Balar Thein and members of the NUG’s Japan Representative Office, according to a statement released on February 19.
During the meeting, they openly discussed the office’s operational activities, diplomatic affairs, and the current political situation.
As part of the Japan visit, multiple donors from Japan contributed financial support to the Union Minister, including Ms. Uchida (¥6,190), Mr. Hiroshi Uchida (¥8,000 in honor of his mother’s 80th birthday), Ms. Yoshidome (¥10,000), the Shwe Kan Kaw family (¥10,000), and U Ye Nyain (¥10,000).
The Ministry of Women, Youth, and Children’s Affairs announced that these funds will be used to support internally displaced persons (IDP) camps and children’s education programs in high-need areas. The Ministry also expressed deep gratitude to the Myanmar revolution supporters and families in Japan for their generous contributions.
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๐๐ 3. Discussions Held on Sagaing Federal Union’s Interim Constitutional Draft (Second Version) and Collaborative Efforts
Officials from the Sagaing Federal Union Parliament and the National League for Democracy (NLD) Central Working Committee held discussions via Zoom on February 19 at 9:00 AM, according to a statement from the Sagaing Federal Union Parliament.
The meeting was attended by two members of the NLD Central Executive Committee and representatives from the Central Working Committee, along with the Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and parliamentary representatives from the Sagaing Federal Union Parliament. They exchanged views on future work plans.
Additionally, NLD Central Working Committee representatives engaged in open discussions with the Sagaing Federal Union Parliament members regarding perspectives on the second draft of the interim federal constitution and matters related to collaborative implementation.
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๐๐ 4. Myanmar Reaches Record High of Over 3.5 Million Internally Displaced Persons as Civilian Protection Concerns Intensify
Myanmar has reached a record high of over 3.5 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) while continuing to grapple with ongoing conflicts and humanitarian needs, according to a statement released by UN OCHA Myanmar on February 19.
As a result of escalating conflicts, Myanmar has recorded the highest number of casualties caused by landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERW) globally, surpassing other conflict-affected countries.
With disruptions in access to education and healthcare services, over 15 million people are facing food insecurity. Additionally, millions of civilians are living without access to safe shelter or clean drinking water, the statement highlighted.
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๐๐ 5. Military Junta Responsible for the Deaths of 33 Civilians in Sagaing Region, Including Seven Children Under 18
According to data compiled by the Assistance Association for Political Prisoners (AAPP), between January 1 and February 19, 2025, a total of 33 civilians were killed by the military junta in Sagaing Region, including 17 women and 16 men. Among the victims were seven children under the age of 18.
Of the 33 victims, 26 were killed in airstrikes carried out by the junta, four were killed in artillery shelling, and three died after being detained by the military, according to the report.
Additionally, political prisoner Ko Aye Lwin, who was being held at Yinmarbin Township Police Station in Sagaing Region, died on February 13, 2025. He had been suffering from poor health and was denied adequate medical care while in detention.
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๐๐ 6. Thai Military Arrests 116 Myanmar Nationals Who Illegally Crossed the Border Amid Conscription Law and Ongoing Clashes
Amid the military junta’s conscription law and ongoing armed conflicts in Myanmar, 116 Myanmar nationals attempting to enter Thailand illegally with the help of brokers were arrested by the Thai military on the evening of February 18, according to Thai news sources.
Among those arrested were 44 women and children. The arrests took place in Sangkhla Buri, a town in Kanchanaburi Province, according to Thai military spokesperson Colonel Asadawut Panrayachon.
The detainees reportedly paid brokers 20,000 Thai baht (per person) for the border crossing. Some of them had planned to continue their journey to Malaysia via Thailand, according to the report.
These reports were provided by Radio NUG correspondents Min Thihan, Min Sitt Thway, and Khur Shel.
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