Prime Minister Man Win Khaing Than commemorates the 37th anniversary of Ko Phone Maw and Ko Soe Naing's martyrdom, lamenting the loss of life under military rule, praising youth participation in the revolution, and pledging continued unity to end oppression and establish a federal, democratic Myanmar.

Acting President Duwa Lashi La commemorates the 37th anniversary of Ko Phone Maw and Ko Soe Naing's martyrdom, honoring sacrifices for democracy and urging continued unity to end military rule and build a federal, democratic Myanmar.

On the 32nd Anniversary of the Martyrdom of Ko Phone Maw and Ko Soe Naing (March 13, 2020), State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi offered her deepest respect and remembrance for their sacrifice in the pursuit of democracy for Myanmar. She mentioned that their unwavering commitment served as a continued inspiration in ongoing efforts to build a free, just, and democratic nation, as well as their memory will forever be enshrined in the annals of our struggle.

Ko Phone Maw and Ko Soe Naing, two young students from the Rangoon Institute of Technology, became enduring symbols of Myanmar's struggle for democracy in 1988. Their untimely deaths during protests against the Ne Win regime galvanized a nation and fueled an unprecedented uprising.

The article highlighted the current situation of academic institutions in Myanmar and the steadfastness of the majority of academic and professional staff and students refusing to go back to campuses run by pro-military administrations.

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