11 January 2025
Chairman of State Administration Council Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services Senior General Min Aung Hlaing met officers, other ranks and families of Meiktila and Mandalay stations of Central Command HQ at the halls of local unit HQs this morning at separate meetings.
Also present were Daw Kyu Kyu Hla, wife of the Senior General, Commander-in-Chief (Navy) Admiral Htein Win and wife, Commander-in-Chief (Air) General Tun Aung and wife, senior military officers from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief and wives, and the Central Command commander.
The nation’s political developments and Tatmadaw’s services for the national cause
In his address, the Senior General elaborated on the political developments of the country, Tamadaw’s shouldering of duties throughout the successive periods to protect the Union and national solidarity from disintegration and safeguard sovereignty in ensuring security and perpetuation of sovereignty due to the geographical local of the country, eruption of internal armed conflicts and the endeavours for the perpetuation of the Union, unitedly formed with states and regions where all nationalities had lived in harmony all along the course of history, vote rigging during the 2020 multiparty general election, attempts to grab state power without addressing the vote rigging problem and Tatmadaw’s declaration of the state of emergency and assumption of the State responsibilities, the formation of terrorist groups by some EAOs and those under the influence of foreign instigation and their multiple acts to prevent flourishing of security and peace and stability in the country although there were only demonstrations during the early period of Tatmadaw’s assumption of State power, utmost restraint Tatmadaw was exercising in restoring the national situation, multiple plots of local and foreign organizations and individuals, who were against national peace, stability and prosperity, to sow seeds of mistrust between Tatmadaw,
the main national defence force and people, recognition of the national defence and security duties by the ones, who have accepted the life of a soldier, the government’s endeavours for development of political, economic, security sectors and other multiple sectors as only the constant efforts will bring progress for an individual or a country.
Then, the Senior General said since the start of its assumption of State responsibilities, SAC has adopted the roadmap and objectives for national development and its ultimate goal is the holding of a free and fair multiparty general election.
It is making necessary preparations including the enumeration of population and housing census, and is making utmost efforts to realize a free, fair and honorable election.
Throughout the successive eras, Tatmadawmen are dutiful in serving the interest of the nation and people with sacrificing spirit amidst the internal and external dangers erupted due to political causes or armed conflicts. History bears witness to the Tatmadaw’s services in the interest of the country and people in view of national cause amidst the hostilities originated from internal armed conflicts, broke out when the country regained independence, and sectarian and political beliefs.
As the Tatmadaw’s recent national duties will go down in the annals of history, it must write a honourable history.
He said he acknowledged and honour those who are serving the nation and people by shouldering national defence and security duties, while facing internal and external interferences and dangers.
Tatmadawmen must be proud of themselves and be dutiful. They must nurture the habit of learning to know the situation of the area where they are active in. They must have individual-wise and unitwise military knowledge and awareness and have the wisdom to see and prepare for coming security situation.
The ongoing violence in the country has led to the loss of lives among security forces, civil servants, and civilians, as well as significant damage to infrastructure, including roads, bridges, factories, and buildings constructed for national development.In addition to the state’s loss, individuals also experienced social and economic losses.
Acts of violence must be defended against by the people, government, and military with a united front.
Security responsibilities must be systematically carried out in the areas of service to prevent violence and the use of armed force to intimidate the public.
As military personnel, we must also strengthen unity within the military and focus on organizing outside the military to unite the military and the people as one.
By building and uniting forces both within and outside the military, we will collaborate to ensure the security, stability, rule of law, and socio-economic development of the region in which we serve.Soldiers must live as individuals who are respected and trusted by the people by properly performing their duties.
Tatmadaw must place special emphasis on Our Three Main National Causes: nondisintegration of the Union, non-disintegration of national solidarity, and perpetuation of sovereignty.A united force must be acted upon, and every military personnel must cultivate a soldierly spirit in defending the country.
The ability to effectively apply learned military skills, as well as experienced social knowledge and skills, in real-life situations is essential.
In line with the “study, practice, and follow” policy, we must continually study the ever-changing military skills, consistently practice the techniques and skills we have learned to improve proficiency, and always adhere to the established rules and regulations.
If applied not only to military matters but also to other activities, the work will be successful.
It is essential to encourage education and foster good habits of reading and studying literature
In terms of education, officers, soldiers, and their families must read and study books to acquire knowledge that will contribute to the improvement of their lives.Just as we must read and memorize literature to gain knowledge, we must also encourage our children to pursue education and develop the good habit of reading.We must guide our children to select and read good books, fostering a future generation that is knowledgeable, skilled, and well-mannered.I encourage you to support your children in achieving high academic standards and to strive to be good parents, so you can pass on a valuable educational legacy.
With the availability of numerous educational opportunities in the Meiktila region, it is essential for the families of officers and soldiers to support their children’s education.
In terms of welfare, we are ensuring a standard of living for our military personnel that includes provisions for food and shelter, while striving to meet their rights and other needs to the best of our ability.
Leaders must also create a good environment for officers, soldiers, and their families, ensuring a balanced and fair governance model.
Leaders must command and govern with the spirit of a good commander and a father.
All officers, other ranks, and family members must live in harmony and unity, while fulfilling the duties assigned by the State and the Tatmadaw.
The Senior General then presented food items to the officers, other ranks, and families, which were received by the Meiktila Station Commander and the Central Command Commander, and the Senior General’s wife presented food items to the families of the Station, received by the wife of the Station Commander and Central Command Commander, respectively. After the meeting, the Senior General and wife and party cordially greeted the officers, other ranks and family.
Then, the Senior General and party inspected the reconstruction of Hseshe Bridge at the back of the Mandalay palace and responsible officials reported to the Senior General on construction tasks.
After hearing the reports, the Senior General gave instructions on reconstruction of the bridge in its original design, the need to maintain roads connected to the bridge properly and carry out maintenance tasks for the moat and palace consistently and other necessary measures.
Afterward, the Senior General and party made an inspection tour along the wall of the palace by car.
