On Wednesday evening, Dr. Nandar Hla Myint, a spokesperson from the military’s Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), posted pictures of the party’s Vice Chairman Khin Yee attending the “CPC World Political Parties Summit,” and people were quick to point out some glaring discrepancies.
“They just watched a live broadcast of CGTN through satellite, and posted photos meeting with other world political leaders, including the Chinese Communist Party. Nanda Hla Myint, the party’s secretary is faking on his social media,” Facebook user Myintmo Hlaing wrote in a viral post.
“Upload a video of your discussion. I want to know how it went. Now that you are lying about China, you should understand your position. Attending meetings on a big TV is not as difficult as learning online for kids,” commented Nyana Soe.
The summit, which was held virtually with leaders of 500 political parties from over 160 countries, was held after the Communist Party of China (CPC) concluded a grand ceremony to celebrate its 100th anniversary on Thursday.
The full meeting can be seen on China’s CGTN, where it was apparent that there were no attendees from the USDP.
The USDP has not been popular among the Myanmar public since it claimed voter fraud in the 2020 Election. The claim later fueled the military junta to stage a coup and overthrow the civilian-elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi, which achieved a landslide victory.
The USDP is seen as Myanmar military’s proxy political party, having formed in 2010. Former president Thein Sein led the party until 2013, and its headquarters are in Dekhina Thiri township in Naypyidaw.
The USDP is recognised for its close ties with the junta, with the majority of party officials having served in the military.
Coconuts has attempted to contact Dr. Nandar Hla Myint for comment.
According to a source close to USDP, the party didn’t attend the meeting but had a chance to send their feedback to the CPC after the meeting.
