Spring Revolution – Mizzima Daily Notes

9 August 2026

Despite the difficult and turbulent conditions Myanmar has endured since the military coup, the determination of the Myanmar people to achieve democracy and end authoritarian rule has not diminished. Activities marking the 38th anniversary of the 8-8-88 Uprising demonstrate that this resolve remains strong. At the same time, the military leader’s overseas visits, crises along Myanmar’s borders, and international developments have taken on added significance on the anniversary of the historic uprising.

38th Anniversary of the 8-8-88 Uprising and Protest Activities

In Zhonghe District in New Taipei City, where a large Myanmar community resides, an event titled “8888 Revolutionary Generation: Rise and Resist” was held from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Taiwan time. Around 30 people attended, including Myanmar-born residents, young people and representatives of human rights organizations.

At a location along the Thailand–Myanmar border, revolutionary leaders and people of different generations participated in an 11-part commemorative programme. Participants chanted slogans including “Down with the Three Evils,” “Freedom for all oppressed peoples,” and “Long live the spirit of 8-8-88.” They also sang revolutionary songs together.

Protesters used red and black umbrellas bearing a white number “8” in front of Myanmar military diplomatic missions in Bangkok and Malaysia, as well as in Japan and the United Arab Emirates. Protest groups inside Myanmar, including those in Yinmabin, Salingyi and Hpakant, labour organizations including BWFM and AFFM, and revolutionary forces including Cobra Column, Justice Soldier, Venom and Black Leopard also participated.

In Kale Township, Sagaing Region, the Kale People’s Strike Steering Committee (KPSSC) organized a public talk under the slogan: “The 8-8-88 struggle is not over; together we rise for the people’s liberation.”

On 7 August, Myanmar nationals gathered outside the Philippine, Thai and Myanmar embassies in Canberra, Australia, calling for implementation of ASEAN’s Five-Point Consensus and the release of political prisoners.