According to a statement from the National Unity Government’s (NUG) Ministry of Human Rights, discussions were held regarding the prosecution of war crimes committed by the terrorist military council in international courts and South Korea. The meeting took place on May 14 in the Republic of Korea, led by NUG Union Minister U Aung Myo Myint and Professor Yanghee Lee, a member of the Special Advisory Council for Myanmar (SAC-M). The discussions focused on documenting and gathering evidence of international crimes committed by the terrorist military, as well as addressing legal requirements for prosecution.
The meeting was attended by U Han Naing Tun, NUG’s representative to South Korea, along with prominent South Korean lawyers and civil society representatives who shared their experiences and legal expertise. The participants discussed detailed documentation of the military council’s airstrikes, village burnings, civilian torture, sexual violence, and other war crimes. They also examined the legal procedures necessary for bringing cases before the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The comprehensive discussions included strategies for collecting and preserving evidence, establishing chains of custody for documentation, and building strong legal cases that meet international standards.
The meeting represented a significant step in efforts to hold the military council accountable for its numerous human rights violations and war crimes against the Myanmar people. The participants emphasized the importance of international cooperation in pursuing justice and ensuring that perpetrators of these crimes face appropriate legal consequences. The involvement of South Korean legal experts and civil society organizations demonstrates growing international support for addressing the military council’s violations of international law and human rights abuses. The discussions also covered potential legal venues and mechanisms available both within South Korea’s legal system and through international courts for prosecuting these crimes.
