Interviews

“The issues of sexual violence and domestic violence against these women need to be addressed urgently, in addition to military concerns.” – Zu Padonmar (BWU)

“With armed groups clashing frequently, people in the area live in a state of apprehension. I’m not the only one who feels this way; everyone there is in the same situation. The insecurity makes us feel even worse.” – A women’s rights activist (Kutkai Township)

“We will return home if they can give a guarantee that there is no fighting.” Ma Thae Thae Nu – In-charge of Wibazawardi IDP camp

“There is no reason to hold the election in 2023.” Sai Lake – General Secretary of SNLD

“If the junta’s attack intensifies, your resistance shall be stronger.” Salai Htet Ni

“Personally, I think they can have the votes of the residents. But our forces have plans to prevent this unfair election in every possible way.” – An official of Banmauk Revolution-BR

“We’ll inevitably have to fight the PNO if it joins forces with the military council. We can also confront them militarily if they stand in our way. But we try to avoid confrontations with them as much as possible to prevent ethnic conflict within the community. ” – Khun Thiha Htoo Zaw (Spokesman, PNDF – Shan State)

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