1. Acting President said that the people of Myanmar are not only facing natural disasters and war disasters but also the blockade of the coup military in receiving humanitarian aid
On August 19, that “Statement of the Acting President of the National Unity Government, Duwa Lashi La, to mark World Humanitarian Day” said this.
“As the coup military continues to carry out aerial bombardment and burning of civilian villages and homes without distinguishing between military and civilian targets, the number of displaced refugees in Myanmar is increasing day by day, and humanitarian assistance is urgently needed. The people of Myanmar are not only facing natural disasters and war disasters but also the blockade of the coup military in receiving humanitarian aid,” the Acting President said.
According to the latest figures from the United Nations as of July 31, 2023, the number of internally displaced people in Myanmar has reached more than 1.9 million, of whom nearly 1.6 million are those who fled their homes due to the conflict and insecurity that occurred after the February 2021 coup.
“The international community needs to pay special attention to the urgent need for humanitarian aid in Myanmar and find an efficient and quick way to directly benefit the people from humanitarian aid. On the other hand, we must pay special attention to the misuse of humanitarian aid for military, political, or self-interest, and we urge you not to forget the values of humanitarianism,” said the Acting President.
2. Union Prime Minister Mahn Winn Khaing Thann urged that the revolution is already going at a fast pace, and that all sectors should quickly carry out what needs to be done
Union Prime Minister Mahn Winn Khaing Thann said this at the Interim People’s Judicial Implementation Committee meeting (8/2023) held on August 18.
“The judicial sector is broad as it is a pillar of a country, and currently the responsibility and accountability of the Ministry of Justice is big. During the revolution, it is important for our government to work together with the Ministry of Justice and all other ministries to strengthen the rule of law and the judicial sector. As the revolution is going at high momentum, I want to urge all sectors to quickly carry out what needs to be done,” the Union Prime Minister said.
The meeting was attended by committee chairman Union Prime Minister Mahn Winn Khaing Thann, deputy chairman Union Minister of Justice U Thein Oo, and committee members.
3. Union Minister for NUG Human Rights met with the Myanmar community in Brisbane, Australia
NUG Union Minister for Human Rights U Aung Myo Min and Myanmar community from Brisbane, Australia, held a meeting on August 19.
“A meeting with the victors who will win the victory, not the victim, in Brisbane, which continues to fight the military dictatorship from all sides without silence and lowering the flag,” said the Union Minister.
At the meeting, Prof. Dr. Mie Mie Winn Byrd also gave a talk and led a discussion with the public.
4. The Deputy Minister of Human Rights attended a fund-raising event for displaced people in Myanmar organized by a Myanmar organization in Australia
On August 18, at Clayton Hall in Australia, a fund-raising event for displaced people in Myanmar led by an Australian Myanmar organization was held at 6:00 p.m. local time and was attended by the Deputy Minister of Human Rights, Khun Baham Htan.
After that, the Deputy Minister said in his opening remarks that he was honored to attend as a representative of NUG and explained about the activities of the Ministry of Human Rights, cooperation with NUG and EROs, and plans of the NUCC to work after the revolution. The Deputy Minister also added that he would like to thank each and every individual who participated in this fundraiser for the important role that concrete contributions play in achieving victory in the revolution.
After that, Deputy Minister Khun Baham Htan had a close meeting with Myanmar organizations in Australia and encouraged the fundraising event.
5. Ambassador U Kyaw Moe Tun and Sagaing Forum met via Zoom platform to discuss receiving humanitarian assistance from the United Nations for the people of Sagaing Region
On August 19, the Sagaing Forum confirmed that Permanent Representative of Myanmar to the United Nations, U Kyaw Moe Tun and the Sagaing Forum met through the Zoom platform and discussed receiving humanitarian aid from the United Nations for the people of the Sagaing Region.
“Myanmar UN Ambassador U Kyaw Moe Tun and the Sagaing Forum held a meeting through the Zoom platform. In the meeting, they explained about the Sagaing Forum and discussed receiving humanitarian aid from the United Nations for the people of Sagaing, who are suffering the most from the atrocities of the fascist military,” it stated.
It was also stated that Sagaing Forum will give full support to the ambassador to continue to represent the people in the coming term.
6. A constable from Nay Pyi Taw No. 17 Police Battalion who joined the people’s side along with weapons and ammunition was awarded 3,300,000 kyat
On August 19, the Ministry of Defence announced that a constable from Nay Pyi Taw No. 17 Police Battalion who joined the people’s side along with weapons and ammunition was awarded 3,300,000 kyat.
On July 17, 2023, a constable from the Nay Pyi Taw No. 17 Police Battalion defected and joined the people’s side at the Mingin Township PDF Battalion 11, Kalay District, No. 1 Military Regional Command of the People Defence Force (PDF), along with one MA-15 A1, 2 of its magazines, and 30 rounds of 5.56 ammunition.
It is reported that the constable who joined the people’s side was kept safe and was given a reward of 3,300,000 kyats for joining the people’s side along with weapons by the Mingin Township PDF Battalion 11, Kalay District, No. 1 Military Regional Command of the People’s Defence Force (PDF).
It is reported that military personnel who want to switch to the people’s side or want to act as insiders can contact the nearest People’s Defense Force (PDF) battalions or columns, the People’s Defense Organization (PaKaFa), or the People’s Embrace Telegram Channel @MyanmarPeople.
7. The junta troops that invaded along the Demoso-Hpruso Union Road suffered a lot of casualties
The DMO PDF1102 informed the military news on August 19 that the junta troops that invaded along the Demoso-Hpruso Union Road suffered a lot of casualties.
It is said that a fierce two-week-long contact battle took place between the Karenni Revolutionary Joint Forces and the 55th Division under the military council, which marched from Demoso to Hpruso from August 2 to August 14.
Fighting took place daily along Demoso-Hpruso Union Road, where the military council troops invaded in columns. During August 10 to 12, the fighting was particularly fierce in Ngwe Taung Ywar Thit and Hti Thaw Ku Village, and the joint revolutionary forces were able to defeat the junta troops from LIB-112 under the 55th Division, resulting in the casualties of 45 junta soldiers. It was reported that 26 junta soldiers, including the battalion commander and deputy commander from the IB-3, were killed, and 15 small arms, 1 heavy weapon, related ammunition, and bullets were seized.
In addition, as there is still military tension along Demoso-Hpruso Union Road, the public is warned not to travel through it.
8. 94% of the Spring Victory plots of Spring Yangon Investment Phase II have been sold, and there are 59 plots left
EOD announced on August 19 that 94% of the Spring Victory plots of land in the Spring Yangon Investment Phase II project have been sold, and there are still 59 plots left.
“We are seeing the victories of the Spring Revolution in various forms every day. It is not wrong to say that it is the fruit of the revolutionary people’s investment. 94% of the plots of land in the Spring Yangon Investment Phase II project have been sold. We urge you to continue buying the remaining 59 plots of land as an encouragement for the revolution,” it stated.
The Spring Victory @ South Dagon Spring Victory will be implemented on the land seized by the fascist military at the corner of the Kyansitthar Street on the No. 2 Road in South Dagon Township.
In addition, as there are industrial zones on the other side of Kyansitthar Street, rental housing for employees, and public mid-density apartment housing projects are prepared to be developed in the future.
- Acting President said that the people of Myanmar are not only facing natural disasters and war disasters but also the blockade of the coup military in receiving humanitarian aid
- Union Prime Minister Mahn Winn Khaing Thann urged that the revolution is already going at a fast pace, and that all sectors should quickly carry out what needs to be done
- Union Minister for NUG Human Rights met with the Myanmar community in Brisbane, Australia
- The Deputy Minister of Human Rights attended a fund-raising event for displaced people in Myanmar organized by a Myanmar organization in Australia
- Ambassador U Kyaw Moe Tun and Sagaing Forum met via Zoom platform to discuss receiving humanitarian assistance from the United Nations for the people of Sagaing Region
- A constable from Nay Pyi Taw No. 17 Police Battalion who joined the people’s side along with weapons and ammunition was awarded 3,300,000 kyat
- The junta troops that invaded along the Demoso-Hpruso Union Road suffered a lot of casualties
- 94% of the Spring Victory plots of Spring Yangon Investment Phase II have been sold, and there are 59 plots left
