On March 8, military council leader Min Aung Hlaing made questionable statements during a press conference in Belarus regarding economic sanctions. During the briefing, he claimed that economic sanctions would lead to stronger computer software development and increased competition. IPCM Secretary U Toe Zaw Latt analyzed these comments, noting that Min Aung Hlaing appeared to misunderstand the basic concepts of sanctions and software, making disconnected statements without proper comprehension of the English terms he was using.
In Yangon, Hip Hop music events, including a 25th anniversary celebration, are being organized by Htet Ye Naing, son of military council joint secretary and police chief General Ye Win Oo. Revolutionary forces have issued warnings regarding these events. The warnings emphasize that these musical performances are being organized by family members of military council leaders who are working to maintain the military dictatorship system, and the public should remain vigilant about such activities.
Sixteen Myanmar youths who were arrested in Thailand and subsequently transferred to the military council’s custody were forced into military service. They managed to escape, though four were later recaptured by the military council. Of the twelve who successfully escaped, two have reached safety with the Myeik People’s Defense Force. This incident serves as evidence of the military council’s forced recruitment practices and continues to demonstrate their human rights violations. The situation highlights the ongoing pattern of the military council’s oppression of civilians, particularly young people who are being coerced into military service against their will.
