Wa, Mong La armies call for peace in Shan State
Two of Burma’s largest ethnic armed forces have weighed in on neighbouring conflict in northern Shan State, issuing a statement calling for peace.
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Media faces major dilemma
The information department has requested the media stop using military rankings when referring to rebel leaders of armed ethnic groups.
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Captured policemen handed over by KIA
Policemen, whose detention by the KIA sparked renewed violence between the armed group and government forces, are released to mediators.
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Pa-Oh army pledges to protect children
The Pa-Oh National Liberation Army (PNLA) pledged to protect children from the effects of armed conflict by signing a “Deed of Commitment” on 17 November.
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Shan groups pledge common vision at Bangkok meeting
Shan armed groups and political parties wrap up a meeting in Bangkok designed to craft a common vision to the peace process and elections.
Armed group meets with Shan organisations ahead of Naypyidaw trip
The Shan State Army-South aims to push for a nationwide ceasefire to open the path for a political dialogue with the government during a sit-down meeting with President Thein Sein
Military joins peace process with armed groups
The Shan State Army-South and the government held a second round of talks on Saturday aimed at ending violence after almost six decades of war in the restive region
