Myanmar junta orders earthquake rescue teams to seek prior permission for operations

Mizzima

Relief and rescue teams must obtain prior permission for operations, said Deputy Chief of the military regime, Lieutenant General Soe Win, during a meeting in Naypyidaw on 5 April, as the country grapples with widespread damage from the powerful 28 March earthquake.

He stated that no relief teams would be allowed to operate independently and would have to seek prior approval from the junta.

Furthermore, the Deputy Junta Chief stated that a policy must be implemented, requiring these associations to operate solely in cooperation with relevant officials.