Mapping No. 37
Self-administration Established Following the Seizure of Laukkai
(Oct 27, 2023 – Jan 7, 2024)
The Three Brotherhood Alliance (3BHA) and allied forces launched the Operation 1027 on October 27, 2023, and seized Laukkai, the target of the operation, on January 4, 2024. In addition, they have also seized four border gates – Chinshwehaw, Monekoe, Pang Hseng and Kyinsankyawt. Following the seizure of Laukkai, the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) declared the region Self-Administered Special Zone No. 1. In addition, they seized Hopang and Panlon in the Wa area, formerly controlled by the SAC, and transferred these areas to the United Wa State Army (UWSA).