The United Wa State Party issued a statement on 29 July 2024, confirming their decision to adopt a neutral policy of non-involvement in military conflicts of any organization and not to foment war, based on their historical experiences and lessons, taking into account the interests of all ethnic groups within the “Wa” State following the military coup. They also stated that this stance will not change under any circumstances.
The United Wa State Party has neither publicly rejected nor officially supported the military coup led by Senior General Min Aung Hlaing. They have held informal meetings with the military junta as well as talks with ethnic armed resistance forces. Since the launch of ‘Operation 1027’ on 27 October 2023, the activities of the United Wa State Party (UWSP) and the United Wa State Army (UWSA) have been observed more frequently within the Spring Revolution circle.
This week, Burma News International – BNI – Myanmar Peace Monitor’s bi-weekly news review takes a closer look at the UWSP/UWSA’s neutral stance and examines the key actions they have taken, based on facts and events.
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