Myanmar Domestic News Updates – Jun 05, 2025 Morning
๐๐ 1. CRPH Strongly Condemns the Terrorist Military Council Over the Death of MP U Aung Soe Min at an Interrogation Camp
The Committee Representing Pyidaungsu Hluttaw (CRPH) has issued a strong condemnation of the terrorist military council, holding it fully responsible for the death of People's Assembly Representative U Aung Soe Min while in detention at a military interrogation center.
U Aung Soe Min, an elected Member of Parliament representing Ywangan Constituency in the Danu Self-Administered Zone, was arrested by the coup regime in December 2024 while in hiding in Pyin Oo Lwin. According to credible sources, he passed away some months ago while being held at an interrogation center.
The CRPH expressed deep sorrow over the death of U Aung Soe Min and strongly condemned the terrorist junta, which bears full responsibility for his death.
At the same time, the CRPH also expressed serious concern for the well-being of other detained elected leaders, including President U Win Myint, State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, and numerous Members of Parliament.
As of now, the military junta continues to detain 18 Union-level Members of Parliament and 41 State/Region-level MPs.
The CRPH has also called on the international community—including ASEAN and the United Nations—to take urgent action to end the junta’s daily acts of terrorism and systematic violations of human rights in Myanmar.
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๐๐ 2. 150,000 Earthquake-Affected People to Receive EU- and WFP-Supported Aid Over the Next Two Months Starting in Early June
To address the escalating humanitarian needs in Myanmar following the major earthquake, the European Union has allocated EUR 5 million in emergency funding, according to a joint press release by the World Food Programme (WFP) and the European Union.
Under WFP’s primary response plan, emergency food assistance, cash transfers, and nutritional support have already been delivered to approximately 400,000 people in the worst-affected areas.
Starting in early June, WFP will screen and select an additional 150,000 individuals to receive assistance over the course of two months. At the same time, recovery and reconstruction efforts will also be implemented.
With the EU’s funding support, the most severely affected earthquake survivors will receive either food aid or cash to purchase food, as well as targeted nutritional support for mothers and children.
WFP will distribute this assistance directly to those in need and will coordinate implementation with local partners and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
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๐๐ 3. Urban Poverty Deepens in Yangon: 2.7 Million Living in Poverty Amid Worsening Insecurity
Yangon, Myanmar’s largest city and commercial capital, is now grappling with an alarming rise in urban poverty. According to a July 2024 survey involving over 4,800 respondents, released by UNDP Myanmar, this increase is driven by ongoing conflict, economic decline, and forced displacement. The report highlights a severe deterioration in living conditions, especially in peri-urban areas where poverty is worsening significantly.
In 2017, only 10% of Yangon’s population was classified as poor. However, by 2023, that figure had surged to 43%. This means that approximately 2.7 million people out of the city's estimated 6.2 million are now living in poverty.
Migrants settling in Yangon are disproportionately affected by poverty. Nearly 39% of households that have relocated to peri-urban townships are now considered extremely poor. The report also notes that those who migrated after the 2021 military coup face numerous barriers to securing stable employment.
Healthcare expenses are placing a heavy burden on poor households. About 45% of respondents reported experiencing health issues, and due to a lack of trust in government hospital services, 82% are seeking care from costly private clinics.
In education, 17% of children from poor households are not attending school, while 37% are engaged in income-generating activities to support their families.
Safety concerns are also acute in peri-urban areas. Around 44% of residents feel it is unsafe to walk alone at night, a figure that rises to 48% among migrant populations. Freedom of movement is increasingly restricted due to crime, extortion, and harassment by authorities. Notably, 33% of respondents reported witnessing violence against women in their communities.
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๐๐ 4. “We Are Coming Back, Ayeyarwady” Campaign Reaches 37% of Fundraising Target in First 19 Days
The “We Are Coming Back, Ayeyarwady” fundraising campaign, which aims to raise MMK 7 billion over a 45-day period from May 16 to June 30, has achieved 37% of its goal within the first 19 days, according to campaign organizers.
The campaign’s message—“We support, unite, help, and empower”—emphasizes solidarity in the face of darkness brought on by military dictatorship, both in Ayeyarwady and across the country. Organizers stated, “This is the tangible outcome of people coming together in unity during these difficult times.”
As the campaign enters its remaining 26 days, the organizers are calling on supporters inside and outside Myanmar to continue contributing to reach the full 100% goal.
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๐๐ 5. Ko Min Ko Naing’s “Long Neck, Loose Collar” Book Distributed to Seven Countries
Respected revolutionary figure Ko Min Ko Naing’s book, “Long Neck, Loose Collar”, is now being distributed to seven countries—Thailand, the United States, the United Kingdom, Singapore, South Korea, Japan, and Australia—according to the CDM Medical Network.
U Kyaw Moe Tun, Myanmar’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, expressed gratitude for the international distribution of the book.
The report also states that 100% of the book's proceeds will go toward supporting earthquake-affected civilians in resistance-held areas, as well as pro-democracy organizations and CDM (Civil Disobedience Movement) networks.
These reports were submitted by Radio NUG correspondents Tharki, Min Sitt Thway, and Khur Shel.
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