In December 2023, the unrest in the Kokang Autonomous Region in northern Myanmar intensified under the leadership of the Kokang Allied Army led by Peng Deren. This fierce armed conflict, which revolves around the control of Lao Cai, the capital of Kokang, has triggered a series of complex and dangerous events. The Kokang allies have a clear goal of seeking revenge against the Bai and Wei families who betrayed Peng, as well as against what they accuse of telecommunications fraud.
As the commander of the Kokang Alliance, Peng Deren was not only the eldest son of the Kokang King, but also threw himself into this battle of revenge with anger at his father's betrayal. During this military campaign, the Kokang Allied forces showed great combat effectiveness and successfully occupied several military strongholds around Lao Cai, including the "Baisheng" building, the old nest of the Bai family, which was once a symbol of the Bai family's power, which collapsed in the flames of war.
However, the whereabouts of the head of the Bai family, Bai Socheng, and other core members remain a mystery. The news that they had been captured or fled by the Kokang Allied forces poured in, adding to the confusion. The victory of the Kokang Allied forces undoubtedly exacerbated the chaos in northern Burma, leaving the ** army in a difficult situation in ground operations, and could only rely on air power to counterattack. However, this tactic has also led to a large number of innocent civilians, making the entire conflict even more complex and heart-wrenching.
China** expressed concern about the situation in northern Myanmar and called on all parties concerned to resolve their differences through dialogue and consultation to avoid further escalation. China has always advocated the peaceful settlement of international disputes and stressed the need to find a solution acceptable to all parties through dialogue and negotiation. At this juncture, China** stressed its respect for Myanmar's sovereignty and territorial integrity, while urging all parties to protect the lives and rights of civilians and avoid the conflict from causing greater suffering to the local population.
At the same time, the international community has expressed deep concern over the fierce confrontation between the Kokang Allied Forces and the Myanmar** Army. A number of countries and international organizations have called on all parties to exercise restraint, stop military operations, and resolve disputes through peaceful means. At the same time, a number of international human rights organizations have urged that possible war crimes be investigated to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
In the exchange of fire between the Kokang Allied Forces and the Burmese Army, some of them were involved in extreme acts, including murder and violent tendencies. These acts have not only had a profound impact on the victims, but have also evoked strong condemnation from the international community. The international community stresses the need to ensure that all parties involved in the conflict respect international human rights law and humanitarian law and protect civilians from the effects of war.
The military operations of the Kokang Allied Forces have complicated and tense the situation, with serious implications not only for northern Myanmar, but also for the stability of Myanmar as a whole and neighboring countries. At this critical juncture, the call of the international community has become an important force for a ceasefire and peaceful dialogue between the parties. All parties should work together to find ways to resolve differences through confidence-building, dialogue and consultation, and contribute to peace and stability in northern Myanmar and Myanmar as a whole.
Overall, the conflict in the Kokang Autonomous Region has not only caused profound instability in the region, but has also attracted great attention from the international community. Resolving this conflict requires the joint efforts of all parties to find a sustainable and peaceful solution through dialogue, consultation and the assistance of the international community, thus laying the foundations for the future of the Kokang Autonomous Region and Myanmar.