Myanmar Declares Martial Law in Cities

The transcript discusses ongoing protests in Myanmar, sparked by demands for the release of Aung San Suu Kyi and respect for the 2020 election results. The protests have escalated, with police using water cannons in Naypyidaw. The movement draws parallels to past uprisings in 2007 and 1988, with a new generation of internet-savvy protesters emerging, similar to the Milk Tea Alliance seen in Hong Kong and Thailand.

What are the main demands of the recent protests?

• Release of Longson Suchi and respect for 2020 election results

• Increase in military power

• More foreign investments

• Reduction in taxes

What recent actions have the police taken in response to the protests?

• Implemented curfews

• Deployed water cannons

• Closed all schools

• Arrested all protest leaders

How has the military historically responded to protests?

• By ignoring them

• By cracking down on them

• By negotiating with protesters

• By supporting them

What is a notable characteristic of the new generation of protesters?

• They are disconnected from the internet

• They are inspired by movements in Hong Kong and Thailand

• They are primarily older citizens

• They are focused on economic reforms

Which past events are the current protests compared to?

• The 1990 economic crisis

• The 2007 and 1988 uprisings

• The 2010 natural disasters

• The 2015 technological boom