Myanmar Domestic News Updates – Jun 23, 2025 Morning
📌📌 1. Revolutionary Fundraising Fair Held in London to Commemorate Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s 80th Birthday
June 22
Radio NUG
On June 22, a revolutionary fundraising fair was held in London to commemorate the 80th birthday of State Counsellor and Mother Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, according to an announcement from the NUG Representative Office in the UK.
The event was attended by her youngest son, Ko Htein Lin, Union Minister for International Cooperation Dr. Sasa, NUG Representative to the UK U Maung Maung Aung, and Dr. Thet Ko Ko. Former UK Conservative Party Minister Mr. Paul Scully was also present and delivered a birthday message in her honor.
The ceremony brought together members of the Burmese diaspora across ethnic groups in the UK who admire and respect Mother Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. Traditional singing and dancing performances, as well as heartfelt tributes including songs of motherly love, were presented. A dramatic play titled “With Mother” was also staged, highlighting her sacrifices and unwavering solidarity with the people.
Participants collectively sent prayers and well wishes for Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s health as she remains unjustly detained by the military junta. Her son, Ko Htein Lin, cut the birthday cake on her behalf.
Funds raised from the event will be donated to areas in Myanmar where support is most needed. In the lead-up to the birthday, UK-based Burmese communities had actively participated in a commemorative calendar project, birthday cards, and video campaigns led by Ko Htein Lin.
In addition, it is reported that Ko Htein Lin, together with eight Myanmar community organizations in the UK, co-signed and sent a formal letter to His Majesty the King of the United Kingdom and the Prime Minister, appealing for international support towards the release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and the restoration of peace in Myanmar.
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📌📌 2. Prayer Ceremony Held in New York’s Times Square for Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s 80th Birthday
June 22
Radio NUG
On June 21, a prayer ceremony marking the 80th birthday of State Counsellor and People’s Leader Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, along with a collective prayer for the release of all political prisoners, was held at Times Square in New York City, USA, according to reports.
Representatives from four major religions delivered interfaith prayers during the ceremony. Myanmar’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador U Kyaw Moe Tun, also delivered a commemorative speech in honor of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.
In addition, prominent revolutionary singers including Kyaw Theeha, Winn Naing Soe, Leo, and others performed tribute songs for the occasion. A photo gallery of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi was organized by NYCBC and displayed at the venue, drawing keen interest from visitors and tourists from around the world.
Following the performances, a birthday cake was cut, and prayers were offered for the swift release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and all political prisoners currently detained.
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📌📌 3. Meeting Between Central Committee for Interim People’s Administration and Tanintharyi Regional Administration
June 22
Radio NUG
On June 22 at 10:00 a.m., the National Unity Government (NUG) convened meeting (6/2025) between the Central Committee for Interim People’s Administration and the Tanintharyi Regional People’s Administration Teams.
The meeting began with opening remarks from a member of the Secretary Team of the Central Committee, who also serves in the Prime Minister’s Office and as a Permanent Secretary.
Following that, the local administrative representatives raised questions and held discussions on integrated administrative operations. Relevant ministry officials responded to the questions raised.
Attending the meeting were Permanent Secretaries, Deputy Permanent Secretaries, Associate Secretaries, and department-level officials, along with township-level representatives from Tanintharyi Region’s People’s Administration Teams. The meeting concluded at around 11:00 a.m..
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📌📌 4. Announcement of Exam Dates for the 2025 Basic Education Completion Assessment (New System Grade 12)
June 22
Radio NUG
The Ministry of Education under the National Unity Government (NUG) has officially announced the dates and examination period for the 2025 Basic Education Completion Assessment (New System Grade 12).
According to the announcement, students who applied to take the exam online and meet the specified criteria will be allowed to sit for the exam from June 25, 2025, to September 25, 2025, through the online platform.
For students who applied to take the exam offline, the Ministry of Education is coordinating with township education boards and exam centers to ensure that no student loses the opportunity to take the exam and to avoid delays or backlogs.
On May 25, 2025, the Ministry issued Directive No. (1/2025), temporarily suspending the operations of all interim public education schools officially recognized and partnered by the Ministry, due to ongoing safety measures to protect schools from potential dangers. Consequently, offline exam centers will also begin their examinations only after such safety measures have been implemented, and the respective township and exam centers set the dates accordingly, as announced.
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📌📌 5. IHL Trainer Course Conducted
June 22
Radio NUG
In collaboration with the People’s Goal and Principle of Humanity (PoH), a five-day International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Training of Trainers course was held from June 16 to June 20, according to a statement released by the organization “Pone See Lan.”
During the course, participants were trained in various subjects including International Humanitarian Law, gender-based discrimination, sexual violence, protection of war victims, and capacity-building for effective instruction.
It is reported that a total of 19 participants, including CDM soldiers and police officers, successfully completed the training.
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📌📌 6. San Francisco Burmese Families Gather to Commemorate Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s 80th Birthday
June 22
Radio NUG
On June 21 evening, Burmese families from the San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States, gathered to commemorate the 80th birthday of Myanmar’s national leader, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. The event was held at the Overseas Myanmar Community Center (OMC), a regular venue for Myanmar-related events in the Bay Area, and was attended by over a hundred Burmese families.
The event was led by young Generation Z girls, who served as emcees and led the proceedings. Activities included messages of tribute, prayers for Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s health and freedom, poetry recitations by children, commemorative song performances, birthday cake-cutting, and candlelight prayers. Guests shared heartfelt tributes, including personal experiences related to Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.
Daw Saw Myat Mar, a former political prisoner, recounted:
"Let me share one last vivid memory. I had already spent three years in prison. Even after those three years, interrogation teams were still calling us out for questioning. When they did, they wrapped our heads in thick blankets, took us into vehicles, and drove us away. We had no idea where we were being taken. It was terrifying. I said, 'Mother...' and Daw Aung San Suu Kyi looked at me with a gentle smile and said, 'Don’t be afraid… don’t even fear the darkness. When fear arises, remember—you have two fists. Whenever you see darkness, clench your fists tightly. Draw strength from them… strength that is fearless, strength that is courageous.'
From then on, I reflected—at this moment, how tightly must she be clenching her fists? Drawing strength not just for herself, but for her people, standing firm in her national duty. I imagine even now, whether inside or outside prison, she continues to give us strength.”
Across the globe, Burmese families are holding commemorative events and campaigns calling for the release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar’s national leader who remains unjustly imprisoned by the military regime. Similarly, ethnic Burmese communities in New York City have also held gatherings to mark her 80th birthday.
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📌📌 7. 100 Winners Announced in #SDBxSuu80 Birthday Campaign
June 22
Radio NUG
The Nway Oo Bank has announced that 100 winners have been selected in a lucky draw from participants who publicly shared a campaign post using the hashtag #SDBxSuu80 on social media between June 9 and June 19, as part of the 80th birthday celebration campaign for Myanmar’s Democracy Mother, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.
The winners can claim a NOH Gift Card worth 2,000 MMK by contacting the SDB Page via Facebook Messenger, according to the announcement.
These news reports were submitted by Khur Shel, a correspondent for Radio NUG.
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