The Irrawaddy cited a video message from the AA chief in Arakanese language, issued on February 10. In his message, Tun Myat Naing encourages the Arakanese who live abroad to return to Rakhine State to participate in what he said was a turning point in the history of the region. All you need to do is just squeeze your finger,” said Tun Myat Naing. Ethnic armed affairs analyst U Maung Maung Soe commented that the AA’s headquarters in northern Rakhine State could be a part of its “2020 Arakan Dream”. The armed conflict in Rakhine State could even have major political consequences in the near future, he said, as the AA and the Arakanese people are now in solidarity.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 14, 2019 17:26 UTC