Domestic News Updates – February 08, 2025 Morning
๐๐ 1. Statement from Prime Minister Mann Win Khaing Than on Governance and the Revolution
February 7, Radio NUG:
Prime Minister Mann Win Khaing Than emphasized, "The success of the ongoing revolution hinges on governance guided by principles and democratic standards." His remarks were cited on social media on February 7, based on his speech at the Union Parliament.
He elaborated that local governance during this revolutionary period is not just limited to bureaucratic affairs but involves building systems based on the rule of law rather than individual or group control. "As the National Unity Government (NUG), we are establishing governance regulations and structures. However, true governance under principles requires oversight by democratically elected representatives, in accordance with the will of the people," he noted.
"The revolutionary movement we are engaged in will only gain strength if governance is established on principles and democratic standards. This will also help alleviate the burdens imposed on the people by governance itself," the Prime Minister added.
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๐๐ 2. International Organizations Reject Myanmar Junta's Election
February 7, Radio NUG:
Three international organizations issued statements on February 6, urging the global community not to recognize the upcoming election organized by the military junta, as it fails to meet democratic standards. The organizations are the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA), the Asian Network for Free Elections (ANFREL), and Club de Madrid.
The statement highlighted the junta's ongoing violence, forced displacements, and suppression of political freedoms over the past four years. It noted that the regime continues to commit systematic human rights violations, impose draconian laws targeting opposition political parties, arrest political leaders and pro-democracy activists, and severely restrict media freedom.
The organizations stated that the bodies responsible for compiling voter and census lists under the junta are unreliable, making credible elections impossible under the current circumstances.
They further stressed that the junta's election lacks legitimacy and is merely an attempt to legitimize an illegal government. As a result, they called on the international community to refrain from providing technical, material, or political support for the junta’s election.
Additionally, the statement urged the protection of the results of the November 2020 election, the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2669, and support for Myanmar's return to the path of democracy.
The organizations warned that the sham election would not bring peace or stability to Myanmar but would instead deepen divisions and violence, worsening the crisis caused by authoritarian rule and military dictatorship.
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๐๐ 3. UNHCR Provides Shelter for New Displaced Families in Kachin State
February 7, Radio NUG:
The UNHCR announced on February 7 that it had provided 22 family-sized tarpaulin tents for newly displaced families at the Eid Ga displacement camp in Myitkyina, Kachin State.
The organization highlighted that providing emergency shelter for displaced persons in critical situations is one of its key humanitarian response efforts.
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๐๐ 4. Confiscation and Destruction of Myanmar Beer Worth 10 Million Kyats in Khun U Township by Township Pa Ah Pha and Pa Ka Pha Authorities
February 7, Radio NUG
In Khun U Township, under the direction of the Township Pa Ah Pha, members of the Township Pa Ka Pha security force inspected and seized a vehicle transporting Myanmar Beer products owned by SAC affiliates, their families, and their business associates. The incident was reported by the Township People's Administration Office on February 7.
According to the announcement, a total of 71 cases containing 852 bottles of Myanmar Beer and 24 cases containing 576 cans of Myanmar Beer, valued at nearly 10,000,000 kyats (100 lakh kyats), were confiscated.
The seized items were publicly destroyed by the Township Pa Ah Pha and Pa Ka Pha in front of local residents, with proper records documented, the statement confirmed.
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๐๐ 5. Special Lottery Promotion: Free Suu 80th Birthday Calendar for Purchases of 13 or More Nway Oo Lottery Tickets
February 7, Radio NUG
To celebrate the Independence Architect General Aung San's birthday in February, Nway Oo Lottery has launched a promotional campaign to offer valuable gifts to its supporters. According to the Nway Oo Lottery family’s February 7 announcement, customers purchasing 13 or more lottery tickets will be eligible to win a Suu 80th Birthday Calendar.
The lucky draw period runs from February 7 to February 13. Participants can join by purchasing through Agents or Rangers, directly depositing with Spring Development Bank, or using NOH Gift Cards.
- Buying 13 NOH tickets grants 1 lucky draw chance.
- Purchasing 26 tickets (1 sheet) grants 1 chance.
- Buying 13 tickets (2 sheets) grants 2 chances.
- Even for up to 50 tickets (1 sheet), only 1 lucky draw chance is granted.
From eligible ticket IDs, 10 winners will be randomly selected. The distribution of calendars for winners will follow the official dates announced by the Suu 80 Birthday Campaign.
This report was contributed by Radio NUG correspondents Min Thihan and Khur Shel.
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