Domestic News Updates – March 16, 2025 Morning
๐๐ 1. U Khine Thuka: 21 Illegal Fishermen Captured in Rakhine Waters, Collaboration with Bangladesh Expected for Resolution
March 15
Radio NUG
On March 15, ULA/AA spokesperson U Khine Thuka announced that 21 illegal fishermen were apprehended in Rakhine waters. They were captured over 10 kilometers beyond the maritime boundary line, less than a kilometer from the Rakhine coastline.
According to the statement, these fishermen were aware of repeated warnings issued by Bangladeshi authorities but deliberately ignored them and continued engaging in illegal fishing operations multiple times.
With the intention of maintaining friendly relations between the two neighboring nations, it has been decided that the fishermen will be released without imposing any penalties.
ULA has noted that illegal fishing and unauthorized entry into Rakhine waters despite repeated warnings from Bangladeshi authorities pose a serious issue. Such activities threaten the livelihoods of lawful fishermen operating in both Bangladesh and Rakhine under legal frameworks.
To address and resolve the problem of illegal cross-border fishing, collaboration between Bangladesh and Rakhine is expected, aiming for an effective and lasting solution, the statement added.
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๐๐ 2. Former Philippine President Duterte Attends First ICC Hearing
March 15
Radio NUG
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appeared before the International Criminal Court (ICC) via video conference from a detention facility about a mile away from The Hague. This hearing followed his recent arrest in Manila on murder charges, according to the Associated Press (AP).
The hearing was presided over by three female ICC judges, while Duterte was represented by his close associate and legal counsel, Mr. Salvador Medialdea.
The session was a preliminary hearing to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to formally prosecute Duterte for crimes against humanity allegedly committed between November 1, 2011, and March 19, 2019, in the Philippines.
If sufficient evidence is confirmed, the case will be transferred to the trial chamber, where the judicial process will proceed to the next stage of formal prosecution, according to the presiding judge. The next hearing, focused on validating the charges, is scheduled for September 23.
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๐๐ 3. Bridge Collapse in Bangkok Kills Five, Including Two Myanmar Workers, and Injures Around 30
March 15
Radio NUG
In the early morning of March 15, a construction-related bridge collapse occurred on Rama II Road in Phra Ram, Bangkok, Thailand. According to Thai media reports, five workers, including two Myanmar nationals, were killed, while approximately 30 others sustained injuries.
According to reports from the Thai Ministry of Labor, the victims included two Thai workers, two Myanmar nationals—Ko Zinko Aung and Ko Naing Lin Aung—and one Thai engineer.
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๐๐ 4. Middle School Graduation Ceremony Held in Demoso Township
March 15
Radio NUG
On March 15, a middle school graduation ceremony for the 2024–2025 academic year was held in a village in Demoso Township, Karenni State, according to KPV News.
The ceremony featured speeches from the IEC Township Education Officer, members of the Demoso Township Education Board, the Chairman of the District Education Committee, and the Head of Karenni Guest Clinic. Additionally, students performed traditional dances as part of the celebration.
"We cannot predict when the revolution will end. But the ones who will reap its fruits are our children standing before us today. That is why parents must also understand this and support their children's education," said U Moe Lwin Oo, the IEC Township Education Officer.
Following the speeches, outstanding students were presented with awards, and donors who contributed to the construction of classrooms were acknowledged with words of gratitude from the school administrators.
The school currently accommodates over 100 students, from preschool to ninth grade, and is staffed by 14 teachers. According to the school administration, additional classrooms are needed to expand to higher secondary levels in the upcoming academic years.
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๐๐ 5. PRF Announces Top 20 Fundraising Groups for February
March 15
Radio NUG
The Public Revolution Fund (PRF) has released a list of the top 20 fundraising groups that contributed the highest amounts during February 2025 in support of the revolution.
The top contributors include groups such as CSC (Citizen Support Center), We Are One, Nway Oo Yaung Chi Group, OFP FR, and Spring Myanmar Society (SMS). Collectively, these groups raised an estimated USD 663,492.
PRF also called on both local and international supporters to continue standing alongside the People's Defense Forces (PDF) by contributing as essential backers in the revolution.
This news report was provided by Radio NUG correspondent Khur Shel.
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