Domestic News Updates – March 17, 2025 Evening
๐๐ 1. Myanmar’s Human Rights and Humanitarian Situation Reaches Critical Levels Due to the Terrorist Military Regime
March 17
Myanmar’s human rights and humanitarian situation, which continues to deteriorate under the actions of the terrorist military regime, has now reached its most critical level, according to Minister for Human Rights U Aung Myo Min, who made the statement in March.
"In Myanmar, the current period has seen an extremely dire situation concerning food security. The country is facing its worst food crisis yet, with 19.9 million people in need of humanitarian assistance. By 2025, it is projected that 15.2 million people—one-third of the country’s population—will face food insecurity, including severe levels of hunger. Based on reports and official statements, it is clear that Myanmar's human rights and humanitarian situation has reached its peak crisis level due to the military regime’s atrocities. It is now time for the international community to take collective and decisive action against the junta through all possible channels," he stated.
The minister further emphasized that the upcoming resolution from the United Nations Human Rights Council must include effective measures to swiftly remove the military regime and that efforts are ongoing to ensure such mechanisms are incorporated.
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๐๐ 2. Ko Htein Lin Expresses Deep Gratitude to the Myanmar Community in New York
March 17
Ko Htein Lin, the youngest son of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, expressed his deep gratitude to the Myanmar community in New York via a social media video message on March 17.
"I am deeply moved by the warm welcome, compassion, and generosity extended by Myanmar people in New York. I also hold great respect for Myanmar-born Americans who have steadfastly supported and stood by the cause from a place of righteousness. Seeing such resilient and determined individuals gives me hope—not only for my mother but also for the future of Myanmar. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to those who organized and supported this visit, particularly Ambassador U Kyaw Moe Tun, Minister Naw Susanna Hla Hla Soe, and Sean Turnell," he stated.
Ko Htein Lin had previously participated in a UN event on March 13, where he highlighted the plight of women and children in Myanmar affected by war, particularly those suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
On March 14, he also held a close discussion with Myanmar’s UN Ambassador U Kyaw Moe Tun regarding the campaign for Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s release and Myanmar’s ongoing crisis. Additionally, he met with Canada’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Bob Rae, to discuss the situation.
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๐๐ 3. NUG Issues Heatwave Warning as Myanmar’s Temperatures Soar to Extreme Levels
March 17
The National Unity Government (NUG) has issued a warning regarding extreme heatwaves across Myanmar, stating that several major cities in the central region are among the hottest in the world. The government also noted that fatalities due to extreme heat are being reported in many urban areas.
According to meteorological forecasts, temperatures are expected to rise beyond normal levels in the coming weeks across Sagaing, Mandalay, Magway, Bago, Yangon, and Ayeyarwady regions, as well as Rakhine State.
The extreme heat poses serious health risks, including skin burns, excessive sweating, muscle cramps, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, heatstroke, and, in severe cases, fatalities. The public is urged to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the dangers associated with extreme temperatures.
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๐๐ 4. Public Meeting to Be Held at the NUG Liaison Office in Yarralumla, Canberra, Australia
March 17
A Canberra Town Hall Meeting is scheduled to take place at the NUG Liaison Office in Yarralumla, the diplomatic district of Canberra, Australia, on Saturday, March 22.
"The event will be held at the NUG office in Yarralumla, Canberra, on Saturday. Various NUG ministries will present their activities, challenges, and accomplishments. In particular, the acting minister who is leading operations on the ground will join online to explain and discuss matters related to the 'Three P' issues. Additionally, the acting minister of the NUG’s Ministry of Electricity and Energy will attend in person to provide insights into the ministry’s work, which is not widely known among the public," said Dr. Htun Aung Shwe, NUG Representative to Australia.
Myanmar communities in Australia are invited to attend the event.
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๐๐ 5. Panel Discussion on "The People's Voice to the ILO" to Be Held
March 17
A panel discussion under the theme "The People's Voice to the ILO" is set to take place, with a broadcast scheduled for the morning of March 19 via Radio NUG and news agencies.
The discussion aims to push for strong and effective measures by the ILO against the SAC's human rights violations, violent oppression, extrajudicial killings, and forced conscription, which have inflicted immense suffering on workers and the general public. The discussion will also focus on leveraging ILO mechanisms to dismantle the military junta.
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๐๐ 6. Transnational Criminal Activities Cannot Be Eradicated Without Dismantling Myanmar’s Military Junta and Its Illicit Economic Network
March 17
Justice For Myanmar has stated that transnational criminal activities cannot be eradicated without dismantling Myanmar’s military junta and its network of illicit businesses.
According to Justice For Myanmar’s research, cyber fraud operations have expanded significantly due to the support and involvement of Thai state-owned and private businesses, the Myanmar military junta, its auxiliary militias, and affiliated entities.
Justice For Myanmar emphasized that unless the military junta and its criminal economic networks are dismantled, cross-border criminal enterprises cannot be effectively eliminated.
The report also highlights the impunity enjoyed by Myanmar’s military junta, the Karen Border Guard Force (BGF), and their affiliates. To address this, it calls for targeted sanctions, broader legal actions under international criminal laws, and more comprehensive enforcement measures against these entities.
Additionally, Justice For Myanmar urged the Thai government to immediately reassess its cross-border fuel and electricity supply agreements and to transparently report on any transactions that may have directly or indirectly facilitated criminal operations.
This report was submitted by Min Thihan, a correspondent for Radio NUG.
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