On August 8, an umbrella strike protest was held in Chaung-U Township, Sagaing Region, to commemorate the 37th anniversary of the 8888 Uprising. The protest was organized by the Chaung-U Township Youth Strike Committee, where participants held banners reading ‘Let’s Fight Together for Public Liberation – The Unfinished 8888 Movement’ as they demonstrated their opposition to authoritarian rule.
The date August 8, 1988, marks a significant day in Myanmar’s history when people rose against the one-party dictatorship system. This year marks the 37th anniversary of the 8888 Uprising. To commemorate this historic day, young people in various locations across Chaung-U city conducted peaceful protests while holding umbrellas as symbols of resistance.
The protesters expressed their continued opposition to the military dictatorship system and affirmed their commitment to continue fighting for democracy. They emphasized that since the objectives of the 8888 Uprising have not yet been achieved, they will continue their collective efforts for public liberation. The demonstration was conducted peacefully, and no violent incidents were reported during the protest.
