People’s Party of Myanmar Farmers and Workers (PPMFW) talks about its policy, stance and work procedures

To all the esteemed monks, all ethnic people across the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, on behalf of myself and all members of the People’s Party of Myanmar Farmers and Workers (PPMFW), we extend our heartfelt wishes and prayers for your good health, peace of mind, and well-being.

Our party represents the primary forces of the nation – the farmers, workers, and labouring people – and is organized with the coordinated participation of intellectuals and intelligentsia. We are committed to continuing our efforts to ensure that the population in the basic strata truly receives legal protections to escape poverty, and to build a modern, developed, and prosperous nation to keep abreast of other countries.

I will present the prioritized political policies of our party. It is:

To establish a clean, people-centred system of governance that aligns with democratic standards, and to ensure the proper, fair, and transparent rule of law.

To establish a good, clean, and people-centred governance system, it must be composed of the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw and the Union government formed by representatives elected according to the people’s will and in accordance with democratic standards.

The executive estate should be transparent, with reduced centralization of authority, and a significant role given to experts and intellectuals with a great farsightedness.

In upholding the rule of law, it is not enough to strictly enforce existing laws. Efforts must also be made to enact new laws that protect the public’s legitimate interests, and to amend and abolish unjust or unnecessary legal provisions. The judicial system should be free from bribery and corruption, operating transparently and independently from executive authority. By allowing legal support institutions to operate freely with public participation, the realm of law enforcement will become stronger and more effective.

The internal armed conflicts which have been occurring since the post-independence era are an evil legacy of the nation up to now. From the era of parliamentary democracy up to the present day, the rigid attitudes of political leaders and armed groups have led our country to its current state of slow development. True unity and trust can only be established when justice is upheld. It is necessary for states and regions based on ethnic communities to ensure equal opportunities and for everyone to share a sense of responsibility and accountability.

The foreign policies of the PPMFW party are independent, active and non-aligned foreign policy focusing on the national interests. We will initiate relations with global countries and peacefully co-exist with other countries while respecting their sovereignty.

As the economic policy,

We will shape an industrialised country by strengthening the mechanized farming system.

It is necessary to reduce the economic control of the government and to enhance the participation of private entrepreneurs with capabilities.

We will initiate an independent market economic system by inviting foreign investments. At the same time, we will formulate the policies to protect the competitive ability of ethnic entrepreneurs.

Concerning extracting natural resources of the State, we will implement the policies for natural resources with the farsightedness not only for the future State but also for citizens.

It is very important not to harm the natural environment and ecosystem. So, we will form the financial commission for public natural resources to manage operations transparently.

We will create the policies that the State economy will reduce too much reliance on extraction and use of natural resources while combining the development of natural geographical conditions and human resources.

To put the country on a proper economic path, it is necessary to provide support to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and small- to medium-sized industrial and manufacturing entrepreneurs, reduce bank interest rates, and offer legal protections to promote private economic and service sectors. It is the government’s responsibility to ensure stability in banking and financial systems and to maintain stable commodity prices. At the same time, efforts must be made to prevent market domination by trading partner countries, improve the technology and quality of domestic products, and explore opportunities in foreign markets.

The PPMFW party’s education policies aim to develop a truly understanding and proficient education system that fosters independent and creative thinking. Policies will be established to provide compulsory education at the primary school level and free education at the high school level.

In the field of higher education, restrictions will be relaxed to allow greater freedom in learning. Education plans will be developed to increase funding, provide sufficient teaching materials, enhance the capacity of teachers, support educational stipends and expand opportunities for sending students abroad for further studies.

Employment opportunities must be created for professionals and experts at home. If so, educated Myanmar citizens abroad can be invited home for the development of human resources in nation-building endeavours.

It is necessary to produce a larger number of medical professionals and nurture them to have higher qualifications and goodwill. It is very important to initiate the preventive measures in addition to treatment in the public health arena.

All ethnic groups will be guaranteed their legitimate rights. In every ethnic-based state, basic infrastructure such as roads, bridges, hospitals, schools, and economic zones will be developed, along with improvements in health and education support. Traditional ethnic cultures, literature, and the arts will be preserved continuously.

Moreover, it is necessary to guarantee the farmland ownership of farmers. Arrangements must be made to ensure all farmers possess farmland. Current disputes on farmlands must be resolved swiftly and correctly.

The government must ensure that the national minimum wage for workers is set at a level comparable to other ASEAN countries, providing support in accordance with the law. Myanmar migrant workers abroad must also be fully guaranteed their rights and protections in line with international labour laws.

Comprehensive social welfare, educational and healthcare support, and future planning must be provided for public servants who carry out the nation’s important responsibilities, as well as for their family members.

Preserving and protecting the principles of all religions and faiths is a historical responsibility shared by every citizen.

With good weather, fertile land, well-supported transport and water resources, the presence of major rivers, sufficient maritime territory, long coastlines, abundant natural energy resources, and a strategically advantageous geographic location for military, economic, and broader strategic purposes, our country is endowed with significant advantages. Being situated among densely populated nations, Myanmar possesses a very large economic market potential.

We will work to restore unity and harmony among all ethnic communities, and from there, strive to openly amend the nation’s Constitution of the nation.

Therefore, with a strong determination to serve the people, we sincerely and respectfully urge you to support and vote for the Hluttaw candidates of our emerging “People’s Party of Myanmar Farmers and Workers” (PPMFW).

The motto of our party to achieve the electoral process is: –

“To meet needs,

to prevent injustices,

to help those who are suffering,

and to ensure a prosperous future for the people,

let’s support the People’s Party of Myanmar Farmers and Workers (PPMFW).”

On behalf of our party, we wish that all people and citizens may live happily and peacefully, with a prosperous and secure future.

Thank you all.

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