Myanmar Domestic News Updates – May 19, 2025 Evening
📌📌 1. Meeting Between CRPH Leaders and NUCC Council Members
May 19
A coordination meeting between the leaders of the Committee Representing Pyidaungsu Hluttaw (CRPH) and members of the National Unity Consultative Council (NUCC) was held online at 9:00 AM on May 19, 2025, according to a press release issued by the NUCC’s Information and Public Relations Working Group.
During the meeting, discussions were held on the following key topics:
(a) The possibility of CRPH rejoining regular meetings of the NUCC, Joint Coordination Committee (JCC), and various working committees,
(b) CRPH’s participation and collaboration in the upcoming Third People’s Assembly, and
(c) Deliberations on the abolition of the 1982 Citizenship Law.
In relation to the 1982 Citizenship Law, CRPH leaders discussed that while they support the law’s abolition, a replacement citizenship law has not yet been formulated. They noted that they are currently reviewing and assessing the development status of federal democratic principles as a foundation for drafting a new citizenship law. NUCC members, on their part, urged for enhanced CRPH participation within NUCC activities.
Furthermore, both parties exchanged candid and open views regarding the upcoming Third People’s Assembly. They also reached an agreement to hold further discussions through in-person meetings. The coordination meeting concluded successfully at approximately 11:19 AM.
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📌📌 2. Deteriorating Food Conditions for Prisoners in Myanmar Prisons Cited as Result of Budget Cuts
May 19
Myanmar’s prisons are reportedly reducing food rations for inmates under the pretext of budget constraints, according to a statement released by the All Burma Federation of Political Prisoners Network.
“In many prisons, inmates are only given a weekly ration comprising one egg and three small pieces of fish (each about two inches in size), distributed over 14 meals across the week (lunch and dinner). For the rest of the meals, prisoners are primarily fed rice with watery bean soup,” the statement reported.
The network highlighted that due to the reduced quantity of meat and lack of access to nutritionally adequate meals, there has been a significant increase in health complications such as lower body paralysis (referred to in prison slang as “tot-swe” or limb dragging). At Myingyan Prison, it is estimated that about 15% of the prison population is suffering from this condition.
In Meiktila Prison, the rice provided daily is described as excessively hard or, when softened, overly mushy. In some cases, even the morning rice porridge is reported to be spoiled.
At Obo Prison, prisoners are also reportedly fed excessively hard or overly soft rice. While chicken curry is served on Mondays and Wednesdays and fish curry on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the fish curry is often too foul-smelling for inmates to consume.
In Pathein Prison, food is frequently spoiled due to the heat. Inmates are no longer served chicken or eggs, and instead receive boiled fish four evenings a week. However, the fish provided is reportedly only boiled fish paste (nga dan), and it is not cleaned properly before cooking, rendering it inedible in many cases.
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📌📌 3. IIMM to Prioritize Investigations into Grave International Crimes in Myanmar Based on Three Criteria
May 19
The Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM) has reportedly decided to prioritize the investigation of grave international crimes committed in Myanmar based on three key criteria.
“The Mechanism investigates a broad range of serious international crimes committed in Myanmar. However, questions arise as to how it prioritizes which cases to pursue first. The IIMM has now clarified that cases are prioritized based on three factors: the gravity and impact of the crimes, the availability of evidence, and the potential to identify perpetrators. Particular priority is given to crimes involving sexual and gender-based violence and crimes against children,” the mechanism stated.
Currently, the IIMM is requesting evidence and testimony from eyewitnesses and individuals with direct knowledge of a specific airstrike carried out by SAC forces on a school in Ohtein Kwin Village, Sagaing Region, on May 12. Those with relevant information regarding the airstrike are encouraged to contact the Mechanism via Signal at +41 76 691 12 08.
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📌📌 4. Another Male Body Discovered Beneath Sky Villa Building in Mandalay, Where Human Remains Had Previously Been Found
An additional male body has been discovered beneath the Sky Villa building in Mandalay, where human remains had previously been found.
On May 18, authorities continued the removal and clearance operations at Sky Villa buildings (B) and (C) in Mandalay, where human remains along with torture devices had been found. As part of these efforts to recover the bodies, it was reported that at approximately 11:30 a.m., a male body was retrieved from the car parking area of Building (B).
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📌📌 5. Over 7,000 Tickets Sold for Phyu Phyu Kyaw Thein’s Japan Concert
It has been reported that more than 7,000 tickets have been sold for Phyu Phyu Kyaw Thein’s upcoming concert in Japan. The singer has already arrived in Japan in preparation for the show scheduled to take place on May 25.
“I’m preparing with full energy for the fans in Japan, who showed overwhelming support by purchasing over 7,000 tickets—thank you for the incredible love,” Phyu Phyu Kyaw Thein announced.
The singer also stated that following the "Phyu Phyu in Japan" concert, she will temporarily pause live performances for health-related reasons.
The above news items were reported by Radio NUG correspondents Tharki and Khur Shel.
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