Arakan Army (AA), Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) and Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) to cease military operation against the Tatmadaw in view of COVID-19 pandemic

The Three Brotherhood Alliance has urged groups to minimize, avoid, and stop military operations that affect the security of the people. The alliance consists of the Arakan Army (AA), the Ta’ang National Liberation Army, and the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army.

The Three Brotherhood Alliance said in their statement that they wanted this in order that people suffering from COVID- 19 do not suffer the adverse effects of war again. They have called for a practical end to heavy fighting across Myanmar.

The statement pointed out that all parties concerned should take steps to avoid adverse effects of war on people displaced by fighting.

DPA Notes: This statement comes at a time, in total contradiction to the NUG government’s call for war against the military junta.

Fighting has been reported, and appears to be much heavier and more intensive than a few months ago all around Myanmar.

This statement must be a huge disappointment for NUG supporters that are hoping for collective action against the Tatmadaw.