By Nway / MPA
The Acting President of Myanmar’s National Unity Government (NUG), Duwa Lashi La, has urged the public not to misinterpret the actions of allied ethnic resistance organizations (EROs).
Speaking on the fourth anniversary of the Civil Disobedience Movement (CDM) on Saturday, he emphasized that these groups are compelled to maintain a presence along Myanmar’s borders due to strategic necessities.
The acting president stated, “Amidst the geopolitical crisis facing our nation, we must not become mere pawns. We must carefully assess the regional political climate and make calculated adjustments to our revolutionary strategy.”
He emphasized that tactical shifts and adaptations are sometimes necessary, adding, “We must also remember that making tactical changes does not mean altering our ultimate goals and objectives.”
While he did not name specific ethnic armed groups, a Yangon-based political analyst suggested that his remarks were likely directed at the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA).
“The acting president’s comments likely refer to the MNDAA’s ceasefire agreement with the junta, which was influenced by pressure from China. Beijing has recently taken a more overt role in Myanmar’s internal affairs,” the analyst noted.
The acting president also announced that the NUG is undergoing reforms, including a restructuring of both its leadership and grassroots mechanisms. He stated that the prime minister is leading systematic efforts to strengthen the People’s Defense Team (Pa Ka Pha), the People’s Administration Team (Pa Ah Pha), and the People’s Security Team (Pa La Pha).
Acknowledging the challenges faced by the NUG as a revolutionary government, he asked for understanding regarding its limited ability to fully support CDM staff , explaining that urgent priorities have taken precedence.
Editor – ML
Translator – Alice Wai
