The two-day peace talks between the CNF and the SPDC was held for the first time in Rih town, Chin state, Myanmar. It had representatives from both sides and was said to have built mutual trust for the next stage of discussions. 

“This time the dialogue was just for building trust between the two sides. The SPDC is opening the door for us to enter the next round of talks for cease fire,” said Dr Sui Khar, Joint General Secretary of the CNF, who led the delegates.

Dr. Sui Khar further stressed that the issue on whether the next round of talks will be held depends on the CNF since the SPDC is always ready to open the door for them.

The CNF central committee meeting is likely to be held soon where the issue of the next round of talks might be discussed, according to a CNF member. 

The major representatives of the SPDC involved in the first round of peace talks, were Security Lieutenant Colonel MyinThin and Major Zaw Min. From the CNF side, it was Dr Sui Khar as leader, Mr. Paulsitha, Mr Khua Uk Lian, Mr Solomon, Mr Thetni, Mr. Ni Bawi and Mr Rokhawma.

The talks between the CNF and the SPDC was mediated by the Peace and Tranquility Committee (PTC) comprised of Chin Christian pastors and leaders.

The Chin National Front was founded by Chin students after the pro-democracy uprising in Burma in 1988, who have been fighting for peace, democracy and self-determination. – KNG.