Interviews

“Now that the military council has blocked and closed the roads, children from this village are unable to attend school. Parents have stopped sending their children due to rumors that landmines or explosive devices have been planted in areas where soil has been piled up.” An official from the Nway Oo Myitta IDP Aid Organization

“Armed groups fight, and those who gain control of the area continue extraction. Then the other group fights back and takes control. Ultimately, it’s the people who suffer. So people just take what they can, thinking nothing will change. This has driven the country to its worst state. The areas in Shan State are the most affected.” – U Myo Win Thu (Environmental Expert)

“Although they don’t have much money themselves, they contribute a can of rice, 100 kyats, or 500 kyats. The people of Arakan State help each other as much as they can. Thanks to this, it hasn’t reached the point where people are dying from starvation, so far.” Ma Nu Khin Aye, Rathedaung Township

“I advise them to connect with a reputable agency this time and to carefully obtain the necessary documents. If this process is not handled correctly, undocumented workers risk being checked and potentially detained in Thailand in the future. I strongly urge them to successfully complete the process this time.” – U Aung Kyaw, Labor Rights Foundation (LRF)

“We need medicine for pregnant women. Many displaced people are sick and suffering from itching. There is also a severe lack of clothing in the camp. We were only able to bring two sets of clothes, and there are no clothes for children.” Daw Cho Cho Khaing – The displaced Muslim woman

“A total of 17 groups addressed election security. It is almost certain that the election will be held in phases, with seven regions and states excluded from the process.” Nai Myo Tint Lwin/first leader of MPP

“While we can make some progress with the teachers we have, our biggest challenge is that we can’t provide them with financial support.” – John Bosco, Chairman of Paletwa Township Education Board

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