Good day, ladies and gentlemen.
Welcome to m.CDM’s domestic news bulletin. We will now bring you the latest news from across Myanmar.
Here are today’s headlines:
- At the invitation of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, NUG Foreign Minister Daw Zin Mar Aung and her delegation attend the Paris Peace Forum 2026.
- Thailand’s Foreign Minister visits Naypyidaw ahead of the ASEAN Summit.
- Philippine lawmakers call for the military junta’s representatives to be barred from attending the ASEAN Summit, while a former Thai MP urges Thailand’s Foreign Minister to demonstrate firm diplomatic courage during his visit to Myanmar.
- Two KIA and MNDAA soldiers arrested and disciplined for beating a villager in Kutkai Township.
We will also bring you other important domestic news.
Let’s begin with our first story. - NUG Foreign Minister Daw Zin Mar Aung attends the Paris Peace Forum 2026 at the invitation of the French Ministry for Foreign Affairs
m.CDM – November 12
At the invitation of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, NUG Foreign Minister Daw Zin Mar Aung and Naw May Oo, Policy Adviser to SCEF, attended and participated in discussions at the Paris Peace Forum 2026, held in Paris, France, on November 10 and 11.
During the forum, under the title “MYANMAR: THE WAR THE WORLD FORGOT,” they presented an overview of the current political situation in Myanmar, efforts to establish a Federal Democratic Union, the NUG’s position on the Rohingya issue, and human rights monitoring and accountability mechanisms.
They stated that although some countries had expected the situation in Myanmar to change following the military junta’s sham elections, the junta continued to carry out daily airstrikes and crimes against humanity.
“Following the emergence of the sham parliament, it has become abundantly clear that nothing has changed on the ground. The only change is that the same people have simply changed their uniforms,” Daw Zin Mar Aung said.
She explained that the people of Myanmar had initially responded peacefully to the military coup, but the military’s brutal repression had forced them to take up armed resistance.
She also made it clear that the people would not accept another political system dominated by the military.
“We are not fighting in order to remain in a revolution forever. We are fighting for a future in which there will no longer be any need for a revolution,” Daw Zin Mar Aung emphasized.
She further explained that while the military junta continues to commit acts of violence on a daily basis, revolutionary forces are committed to respecting International Humanitarian Law (IHL).
She also highlighted that the NUG Ministry of Human Rights has established complaint and investigation mechanisms to monitor and address human rights violations.
Following the forum, Foreign Minister Daw Zin Mar Aung also attended a dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.
She stated that the NUG would continue its efforts to secure greater political and other forms of international support for Myanmar’s democratic struggle. - Thailand’s Foreign Minister visits Naypyidaw ahead of the ASEAN Summit
m.CDM – November 12
A delegation led by Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow visited Naypyidaw on November 12, ahead of the ASEAN Summit, and held talks with military junta leader Min Aung Hlaing.
According to a statement from Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Thai Foreign Minister urged the junta to pursue further constructive progress, including reducing violence affecting civilians and expanding the provision of humanitarian assistance.
Senior Thai security and military officials also accompanied the delegation.
During the visit, the Thai side reportedly asked the military commission to exercise the utmost caution to prevent bullets and other ammunition from landing on Thai territory as a result of fighting along the border.
The two sides also discussed cooperation in combating online scam operations, commonly known as “pig-butchering” scams, and drug-related activities.
They further discussed the urgent need to address water pollution in rivers and streams along the border, as well as flooding.
In addition, discussions covered facilitating smooth border trade, ensuring the safety of Myanmar migrant workers in Thailand, protecting their full labor rights, and further strengthening cooperation between the two countries. - KIA warns residents in Mohnyin Township to remain vigilant as military columns advance and shell nearby villages
m.CDM – November 12
The Kachin Independence Army (KIA) has warned local residents in Mohnyin Township, near the Kachin-Sagaing border, to remain vigilant after military troops based in Nansiaung Village began indiscriminately shelling nearby villages.
The warning was issued through a news report published by the KIA Information Department on November 11.
The military troops stationed in Nansiaung Village, which falls under the operational area of KIA Brigade 8, Battalion 35, reportedly fired artillery shells toward nearby villages, including Pinlon and Man He.
KIA officials have also urged local residents to exercise caution as military columns have recently been operating around villages near the Nansiaung military outpost.
On November 7, KIA and People’s Defence Force (PDF) joint forces attacked the Nansiaung military outpost. Following that attack, military forces have increased their movements and carried out indiscriminate artillery shelling.
It is reported that KIA Battalion 35 has been conducting operations against junta forces in the Sagaing-Kachin border areas in cooperation with forces operating under the command of Military Region No. 1 of the NUG Ministry of Defence.
Between November 4 and 8, KIA and PDF joint forces reportedly attacked military positions between Indaw and Mawlu.
According to local military sources, they successfully captured three military outposts based in villages including Sipin, Hparpan and Pinwe.
The junta has been reinforcing its troops and launching military operations in the Sagaing-Kachin border areas in an attempt to control the Mandalay-Myitkyina road and consolidate its territorial control.
However, KIA and allied forces have been resisting these advances, preventing the military from moving forward and inflicting significant losses on junta forces, according to local reports. - Philippine lawmakers call for junta representatives to be barred from the ASEAN Summit; former Thai MP urges firm diplomatic action during Thailand’s Foreign Minister’s Myanmar visit
m.CDM – November 12
Opposition lawmakers in the Philippines have called on the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to completely bar representatives of Myanmar’s military commission from attending the upcoming ASEAN Summit in Manila.
The summit is scheduled to take place from November 15 to 17.
The call came after the Philippine government announced that Myanmar would be represented at the meeting only at the director-general level of its Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Lawmakers warned that allowing the terrorist military junta, which continues to brutally repress and kill civilians and has failed to comply with ASEAN’s Five-Point Consensus, to gain legitimacy through the Philippines’ ASEAN chairmanship would represent a serious moral failure for the country.
Lawmakers, including Ismula, strongly cautioned against such a move.
Meanwhile, former Thai MP Kannavee Suebsang has urged Thailand’s Foreign Minister to demonstrate firm diplomatic courage during his November 12 visit to Myanmar, rather than making the trip merely for photo opportunities.
He said Thailand should follow the example of diplomats who stand firmly by the truth, such as the German Embassy’s Chargé d’Affaires, who pointed out that President U Win Myint had not yet been genuinely granted freedom.
He further urged Thailand to clearly demand an immediate end to violence in Myanmar, the release of all political prisoners, including Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, and an end to military operations that spill across international borders. - Two KIA and MNDAA soldiers arrested and disciplined for beating a villager in Kutkai Township
m.CDM – November 12
Two soldiers from the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) and the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) have been arrested and disciplined after severely beating a local villager unconscious in Man Nim Village, Kutkai Township, northern Shan State, according to local residents.
The incident occurred on November 6.
The two soldiers allegedly accused a 40-year-old male homeowner of stealing a mobile phone that they had left charging at his house. They then assaulted him, beating him until he lost consciousness.
A video of the assault subsequently circulated on social media, triggering widespread criticism among local residents.
The two soldiers were arrested following the public outcry.
Officials reportedly explained that both men had been detained and disciplinary action had been taken in accordance with military regulations. They also presented evidence of the disciplinary measures.
In addition, officials from both armed groups apologized to the victim’s family and provided appropriate compensation, after which the matter was reportedly settled.
A local male resident said that the MNDAA provided five bags of rice to the victim’s family and covered his medical expenses.
The KIA also issued apologies to the family and provided financial assistance until the family was satisfied.
The victim reportedly suffered nerve damage after being struck on the back of his head.
The MNDAA arranged for him to be transferred from Namhpatka to Hsenwi Hospital for medical treatment.
He is now reported to be recovering. - Sergeant stationed at Khin-U Township Hospital defects to the people’s side with his weapon
m.CDM – November 12
A sergeant from the military junta who had been stationed at the public hospital in Khin-U Township, Sagaing Region, has defected to the people’s side, bringing his weapon and ammunition with him, according to a statement issued by the Khin-U Township People’s Defence Organization (Pa Ka Pha).
The defector was reportedly a sergeant serving with Light Infantry Battalion 11, under Military Division 33.
He contacted the resistance forces and defected on November 12.
He brought with him one MA-1 rifle, two magazines and 47 rounds of ammunition.
Officials from the People’s Defence Organization warmly welcomed him and announced that arrangements would be made to provide him with a reward.
According to the People’s Goal organization, during October alone, 12 soldiers and police officers defected to the people’s side, while 61 military personnel were captured as prisoners of war.
Data collected by the People’s Goal organization show that between January 2025 and October 2026, a total of 4,220 military personnel had either defected and joined the resistance or been captured as prisoners of war. - Singapore government-owned Surbana International Consultants to withdraw from Myanmar after involvement in major projects, including Hanthawaddy Airport and Kyaukphyu Industrial Zone and Port
m.CDM – November 12
Surbana International Consultants (Myanmar) Company Limited, the Myanmar subsidiary of Surbana Jurong, a group specializing in urban planning and infrastructure consultancy under Singapore government-linked investment company Temasek Holdings, announced on November 12 that it would withdraw from Myanmar.
According to the announcement, a general meeting held on November 10 approved the company’s voluntary winding-up in accordance with the applicable insolvency laws and regulations.
The appointed liquidator will handle the company’s remaining debts, liabilities, creditors’ claims and other related matters.
Creditors and anyone with financial claims against the company have been instructed to submit supporting evidence of their claims by December 11 this year.
The announcement warned that those who fail to submit their claims by the deadline may lose their rights to benefits and objections relating to the liquidation process.
Singapore government-owned Surbana began operating in Myanmar in 2013.
Its first project involved working with the Ministry of Construction on the Dagon Seikkan Township Development Project, providing urban planning, architectural and engineering consultancy services.
Surbana Jurong has undertaken various projects in Myanmar involving urban planning, master planning, architectural and engineering design, project management and infrastructure consultancy.
Its projects included:
- Dagon Seikkan urban housing development
- Kandawgyi Fish Aquarium
- Pyay Road underground pedestrian crossing
- Hanthawaddy International Airport
- Kyaukphyu Industrial Zone and Port
- Bago Industrial Zone
The company was involved in these projects at various stages, ranging from master planning to project management.
- Pakokku District Military Department orders permanent closure of all KTV businesses in oil-field areas of Pauk and Myaing
m.CDM – November 12
The Pakokku District Military Department has issued an order on November 11 requiring all karaoke television (KTV) businesses operating in the oil-field areas of Pauk and Myaing townships, Magway Region, to shut down permanently.
The order stated that these establishments do not serve the interests of the public or contribute to the revolutionary cause. Therefore, all KTV businesses must be completely closed.
According to the announcement, KTV businesses have become widespread in the oil-field areas during the revolutionary period.
The authorities said that not only civilians but also members of revolutionary forces had been visiting these establishments to consume alcohol and drugs and engage in recreational activities.
They also reported that drug use, sales and transportation had been taking place at these venues.
The order requires all such businesses to cease operations permanently beginning November 11.
The Pakokku District Military Department warned that establishments failing to comply would face effective disciplinary and legal action.
Closing Announcement
That concludes today’s m.CDM Domestic News Bulletin.
The news stories presented today were contributed by Ko Thit and Lu Lay.
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