A public movement was held in Yinmabin Township, Sagaing Region, on March 14, calling for the implementation of Article 33 of the International Labour Organization (ILO) on Myanmar. The demonstration was led by the Yinmabin North No-Return Spring Revolution Strike Column as a public protest against the military dictatorship. The movement specifically focused on demanding immediate implementation of ILO Article 33 to address the ongoing labor rights violations in the country.
During the public movement, local residents highlighted the violations of workers’ rights under the military regime, including forced labor practices and the loss of fundamental rights for working people. The strike column leaders called for the urgent application of ILO Article 33 on Myanmar and emphasized the need for increased international pressure on the military dictatorship. The demonstration drew attention to the continuing labor rights violations in Myanmar, particularly the military’s practice of forcing civilians into military service and other forms of forced labor.
This movement represents a significant effort to bring greater global attention to the ongoing human rights violations in Myanmar, specifically focusing on labor rights issues. The strike column conducted their protest peacefully and received support from local communities. The demonstration highlighted the urgent need for international intervention through mechanisms like ILO Article 33 to address the systematic violations of workers’ rights and forced labor practices under the military regime. The protest served as a platform to voice the concerns of Myanmar’s working population and their demand for restoration of basic labor rights and freedoms.
