Mining Sites in KNU/KNLA Brigade Territories

The Karen National Union/Karen National Liberation Army (KNU/KNLA) is organized into seven brigades, three of which—Brigades 5, 6, and 7—are based in Karen State.

By ISP Admin | June 5, 2026

Photo – AFP

The Karen National Union/Karen National Liberation Army (KNU/KNLA) is organized into seven brigades, three of which—Brigades 5, 6, and 7—are based in Karen State. Gold mines are located in the territory of Brigade 5, antimony mines in Brigade 6, and gypsum mines in Brigade 7.