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62 Chin National Day Invitation
Saturday, January 2nd, 2010Einladung Benefiz-Konzert „Chin Famine für Myanmar“
Saturday, July 4th, 2009Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren,
hiermit möchten wir Sie herzlich zu unserem Benefiz-Konzert „Chin Famine für Myanmar“
einladen:
Es findet statt:
1. August 2009, von 18:00 bis 22:00 Uhr
Gutleutstr. 294
Dr.CARL MILCHSACK
60327 Frankfurt am Main
Wir sind eine Minderheitsgruppe aus Myanmar. Wir wollen mit diesem Benefiz-Konzert der Chin-Minderheitsgruppe in Myanmar helfen.
Wir haben 4 Sänger bzw. Sängerinnen aus Myanmar eingeladen.
An dieser Stelle bedanken wir uns sehr bei der deutschen Botschaft in Rangoon/Myanmar für die Erteilung des Visums der 4 myanmarischen Künstler.
Über „Chin Famine“ ist eine Präsentation angehängt. Zusätzlich sind auch Links zu den Veranstaltern des Benefizkonzertes beigefüg:
http://www.chinrelief.org
http://www.ccgev.de
http://www.chro.ca
http://www.chinforum.org
Für Spenden für unsere Ziele können Sie folgende Kontoverbindung nutzen:
BANK: Stadtsparkasse Augsburg
KONTO: 240 227 207
BLZ: 720 500 00
Bitte verwenden Sie das Stichwort „Chin Famine“ bei Ihren Spenden.
Wir stehen Ihnen jederzeit für einen Gespräch zur Verfügung. Wenn Sie wollen, kommen wir auch vor Ort zu Besuch, um uns vorzustellen.
Kontaktpersonen für das Benefizkonzert sind:
- Herr Van LAWNSANG
Ansprechpartner
Chin Famine Organizing Committee, Frankfurt
Tel.: 06142 220 1356
E.mail: vlawmsang@yahoo.com
- Herr Biak Hmun THANG
Ansprechpartner
Chin Famine Organizing Committee, Augsburg
Tel.: ++49-8271-420575
E-mail: thangohnmar95@googlemail.com
The 61st. Anniversary CHIN NATIONAL DAY MESSAGE issued by the CHIN FORUM
Friday, February 20th, 2009Chin Forum CND61 message burmese version
On this auspicious 61st. anniversary oft he CHIN NATIONAL DAY, the CHIN FORUM urges all its compatriots to contemplate on our past history as follows:-
Even though the Burman Kingdom was totally colonized by the British in 1885, Chinland – being a self-governing territory and never been subjugated by any outside power in its history – remained an independent country. The British launched the Chin-Lushai Expedition starting from 1890 to invade Chinland and only after years of heroic sacrifices by our forefathers our beloved land was fully occupied and became part of the British empire under the Chin Hills Regulation Acts of 1896, which was based on the peace agreement made between the British invading forces and the Chin native rulers. Thus, the year marked the occupation of Chinland by a foreign force for the first time ever in our entire history;
The Chin and all the other nationalities, including the Burmans fought for Independence and on 12th. February 1947 a political treaty, historically known as the Panglong Agreement, was signed between Bogyoke Aung San, the Burman representative, and all the other representatives of the nationalities, including the Chin rulers. Through the said treaty a new independent country known as the Union of Burma emerged in this part of the world on 4th. January 1948;
Burma Actor LWIN MOE’s TRAVELLING
Wednesday, February 18th, 2009The documentary film of a Burmese actor Lwin Moe’s travel in Chin State
Series 1 – 27 can be watch on Youtube.com.
Part 1
Part 2 – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vV1Ol-75vUo&feature=related
Part 3 – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkKyyO_TKiU&feature=related
Part 4 –
Chin National Day 2008( Germany)DVD – Trailer
Thursday, March 6th, 2008Here is the 60th. Anniversary of Chin National Day – DVD trailer.
I hope we will finish the whole DVD production in a few months.
(Update): We will let you know very soon how to get the DVD and the Global Contributors list here.
CND60 – DVD Production Team.
Chin trailer tanz video from Thomas Khaipi on Vimeo.
Joint Statement of Chin Communities and Organizations Across the Globe
Wednesday, February 20th, 2008Joint Statement of Chin Communities and Organizations Across the Globe
*Issued on the 60th. Anniversary of Chin National Day*
*20th. February 2008*
Today, the 20th. of February 2008, marks the 60th. Anniversary of the auspicious Chin National Day. We, the Chin communities and organizations worldwide, jointly issue this statement.
Chin National Day is a felicitous occasion on which we commemorate consistently an important milestone in our history and reaffirm its undisputable facts; its an occasion on which we reflect our collective
concept and strengthen our common destination of the present and future Chin generations.
Since time immemorial the Chin have been an independent people having their own territory, self-government, distinct literature, language and culture. The British imperialists occupied the lower Burma part by part and
eventually abolished the Burmese Kingdom Yadanabon in 1885. The Bristish intrusion into Chin territory began in 1890 and the whole Chin Hills fell under the British in 1895. Thus, the British occupied the territories of the
Burmans and those of the other nationalities in different stages and ruled them under the British colonial administration.
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Chinland Constitution Consultative Meetings
Monday, July 17th, 2006NARRATIVE REPORT
Chinland Constitution Consultative Meetings
15-16 July 2006, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Introduction
With the generous financial support of the Euro-Burma Office, the Chin Community
Germany (CCG), in close co-orporation with the Chin Forum, managed to jointly organize Chinland Constitution Consultative Meetings on 15-16 July at Frankfurt am Main.
In addition to the Executive Committee of the CCG and its members there were eight members of the Chin Forum Managing Board from Germany, Thailand, United States, Sweden and India in attendance. Five persons from Germany, India, Canada and Japan participated as special invitees.
The event was mainly organized by the CCG as the local host while the Ottawa-based Chin Forum was mainly responsible in conducting the Meetings. All members of the CCG and selected members of the Burmese and other communities were invited to the meetings. Altogether there were around 100 attendees during the two days public consultative meetings.
The main discussions were aimed to gather comments and suggestions from Chin communities and other participants towards the development of the fifth draft of the Chinland Constitution. Apart from that the Chin Forum, along with other leading Chin activists, had the opportunity to address the exile Chin communities in Germany about Burma’s current political trend in general and in particular the Chin federal movement which is more visibly carried out in the form of drafting and public disussions of the Chinland Constitution. Moreover the detail episode of the emergence of the Ethnic Nationalities Council and the recent formation of the Chin National Council along with other Councils from different ethnic homelands was addressed by the Chin Forum for the general information of the public.
One of the most popular topics raised during the meetings concerns provisions regarding Chin citizenship in the draft Chinland Constitution. Concerns were raised regarding ways to protect the distinct Chin ethnic identity in the context of a multi-ethnic setting in a federal constitutional framework. All discussions and feedback were carefully recorded for reference and consideration in the development of future draft. Another interesting aspect of the meeting in Germany was that a “German Constitution Study Group,” of the CCG, gave a 30-minute presentation on important aspects of German federalism: federal-lander/state relations, division of powers in the federal institutions etc, issues that have close relavance to the Chinland Constitution.
Other events
Taking opportunity out of the on going formal Meetings, informal gatherings with the Chin community members were conducted in the evenings at private homes to exchange information on situations of refugees and political asylum seekers in Germany, Malaysia, US, Canada and Japan. Interest and wider awarness of the difficulties facing Chin refugees in different parts of the world was raised among the participants. Topics ranging from questions about specific provisions to general questions about the movement for democracy and federalism in Burma were also discussed during the informal gatherings outside the Consultative Meetings.
Conclusion
The Chinland Constitution Consultative Meetings at Frankfurt am Main , Germany was a great success. Most significantly, the Meetings promoted greater awareness about important political and constitutional issues, as well as update the public about its
undertakings and ongoing activities. Many participants also appreciated and were very satisfied to have the chance to hear in detail about the emergence of the ENC and CNC etc.
During the Consultative Meetings in Germany the following individuals from the Chin Forum, Chin Community Germany and other participants play vital roles by giving key note speeches, speeches on various topics and leading the discussions:-
Pu Lian Uk Chin Forum / Elected MP
Dr. Za Hlei Thang Chin Forum / Chin National League for Democracy/ Elected MP Pu Thomas Thang Nou Chin National Front
Pu Salai Ngun Cung Lian Chin Forum
Pi Cherry Za Hau Women League of Chinland
Pi Julia Mang Ngaih Hau Chin Women Organisation – Japan
Pu Nang Lian Thang Chin Forum / Chin National Community – Japan
Dr. Lian Sakhong Chin Forum / Chin National League for Democracy
Pu Salai Kipp Kho Lian Chin Forum / Chin Community Germany
Dr. Sui Khar Chin Forum
Pu Victor Biak Lian Chin Forum
Pi Bianca Mang Khan Cing Chin Forum
Dr. Rodinga Chin Forum
Pu Bawi Lian Mang Chin Human Rights Organisation
Michael Siang Chin Community Germany
Christine Pum Chin Community Germany
Thomas Khaipi Chin Community Germany
Michael Siang
Chairman
Chin Community Germany
eMail: m.siang@freenet.de
58th.Anniversary of the Chin National Day – Leipzig, Germany.
Sunday, February 19th, 2006CHIN NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATION IN GERMANY
http://ccgev.de/photos/v/Chin+Nation+Day+2006/
http://ccgev.de/photos/v/Chin+Nation+Day+2006/slideshow.html
http://www.ccgev.de/pages/posts/58th-anniversary-of-chin-national-dayleipzig-germany.10.php
The Chin political exiles in Germany, successfully celebrated the 58th.Anniversary of the Chin National Day on the 18th. / 19th. February 2006 at Restaurant Waldaue, Auensee in Leipzig, Germany.
The Celebration
Masters of ceremony – Lia Christine Pum (in Burmese) and Lia Helena Mang(in German)
- The Masters of ceremony declared the commencement of the celebration of the auspicious 58th. Anniversary of the Chin National Day at 18:00 hrs.
-Two minutes solemn silence in remembrance of all Chin heroes who had sacrificed their lives for the sake of our Chinland throughout our history
- The Celebration was opened with the song “Lai Ram Ka Ni Siang Lo” . (Laihla)
- Pu Siang Nawl prayed for the Chin people. (Lai holh)
-Nu Bianca Son ( daughter of Dr Vum Son Suantak ) gave a brief speech and encouragement for the Chin Youth on the importance of preserving Chin culture and identity.
- Pu Salai Kipp Kho Lian (in Burmese) Pu Am Suan Mung (Zo Pau) andPu Hram Bik (Lai holh) of the Chairmen of the ceremony, delivered their speeches.
- Pa Paul Thang further read the formal message of solidarity from Zomi National Congress (ZNC)
- Pa Za Uk Sang read the formal message of solidarity from Chin Community (Germany) e.V..
- The Masters of ceremony Lia Helena Mang and Lia Christine Pum declared the successful completion of the ceremony at 19:30 hrs.
- The Celebration was closed with Salai Sun Ceu’s song “Lairam khai saang uh si” (Lai hla)
The reception party and entertainment followed until dawn 6:00 a.m.. on the 19th. February 2006.
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The Second Session of the Chin National Day Celebration: Events &
Entertainments
Lottery Programme
As a fundraising event for this year’s celebration of Chin National Day Pa Mang Za Ling organized a Lottery programme.
The first prize (DVD Recorder) was won by Ko Yin Guai of Hamburg and The second prize (MP3 Player) winner was Lian Khen Dal of Bottrop.
Dance
Tedim traditional dance, Zolap with the song “Cing pian dan dan” lead by Pu Am Suan Mung, Pa Nicolas Hau Suan Mang, Pa Paul Thang, , Nu Ma Cing, Nu Nelly Dal Cing, Pa Thang Suan Mung, Pa Za Uk Sang & group and
joined by the public.
Modern Music
Joshua Win Min (Lead) , Frankie Zaw Min Htun (Key Board), Bokla (Rhythm), Lianpu (Bass), Maung Maung Soe (Drum)
Singers:
Bili Lian, Ma Nan,
Thang Suan Mung, Paul Thang, Mawia, Joshua, Ko Frankie, Lia Suannu, Nicolas Mang, Za Uk Sang, Henry Mang Chan Hlun, Yin Guai, Shwe Tin Crytal Paing. Tualpi(England), Tha Mung (England), Biak Hmun Thang, Peter
Ling Ling Thang, Bianka Son …….etc..
Announcer: Pa Mang Za Ling
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
On behalf of all our compatriots in Germany we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our other intimate Burmese and German friends without whose solidarity supports the celebration of this auspicious day would not be a possibility. Our special thanks goes to U Khin Maung Yin (Chairman of the Burma Project) and friends who came a long way from Berlin to participate the auspicious Day with us.
We extend our appreciation to Pa Tha Mung and Tualpi for coming a long way from England and their enthusiastic participation in the celebration.
The Chin National Day Celebration Committee (2006)
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CHIN NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATION COMMITTEE (2006)
LEIPZIG – GERMANY
Chairman Pa Nikolas Mang Lam Thun
Vice Chaiman Pa Paul Thang
Secretary Pa John Aung Ling
Assistant Secretary Pa Khen Dal Lian
Programme Preparation Pa Salai Kipp Kho Lian
Entertainment (Music) Pa Joshua Winmin
Pa Lianpu
Pa Frankie Zaw Min Tun
Reception Pa Lal Thuama Sailo
Pa Khen Dal Lian
Pa Michael Siang
Decoration Pa Za Mung Thawng
Pa Hau Khup
Treasurer Pa Van Hleih Cung
Pa Michael Siang
Pa Mang Hai
Pa Thang Suan Mung
Cultural Dances Pa Za Uk Siang
Securtiy Pa Biak Hmung Thang
Documentation Pa Peng Thang
(Video& Photo)
Communication And Information
Chin Community (Germany)
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CHIN COMMUNITY (GERMANY) Update
Patrons
Pu Robert Zahau
Pu David Cin Khan Thang
Board of Advisers
Pa Biak Nawl
Pa That Bik
Salai Kipp Kho Lian
The Executive Committee of the Chin Community (Germany) 2005-2007
Chairman Michael Siang
Vice Chairman Za Uk Sang
Secretary John Aung Ling
Assist.- Secretary Thang Suan Mung
Treasurer Biak Hmun Thang
Vice-Treasurer Mang Hai
Northern Region
Regional Organiszer Joshua Win Min
Central region
Regional Organiszers Van Hleih Cung and
Min Tun Min @ Hmawia
Southern Region
Regional Organizer Biak Za Hmung
Cultural Affairs George Siang Nawl and
Lal Thuama Sailo
Information and Publicity
Lian Khen Dal
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Information and Publicity Department
CHIN COMMUNITY (GERMANY)
http://www.ccgev.de
Exclusive interview with Salai Kipp Kho Lian on CND
Saturday, February 18th, 2006Interview with Salai Kipp Kho Lian
Chinland Guaridan (www.chinlandguardian.net)
18th February, 2006
As the 58th anniversary of the Chin National Day is approaching day by day, the Chinland Guardian believes that our audience would be interested in hearing and reading a special message on this auspicious
Chin National Day by the leading Chin political figure like Salai Kipp Kho Lian. With that intention, our comments editor Salai Za Ceu Lian conducted an exclusive interview with Salai Kipp Kho Lian.
Chinland Guardian: : What does the Chin National Day mean to you? In your opinion, what do you think we should learn from the birth of CND? Can you reflect on that?
Salai Kipp Kho Lian: : We should celebrate Chin National Day with the true spirit of nationalism and national unity enshrined DEEPLY at the core of THIS auspicious day. On this da more than half a century ago the
Chins achieved a victory over the ancient aristocratic system by means of a higher LEVEL OF POLITICAL CONCIOUSNESS, ie national consciousness (contrary to tribal one) and national unity thus effectively paving the
way for the transformation of the whole Chin society to a new democraticera. We should let the true spirit of Chin National Day cut across all tribal and geographical divides.
Chinland Guardian: On this special occasion of our historic day, what message you would like to send to the Chin people globally?
Salai Kipp Kho Lian: : Let us pledge our full support to the Political Affairs Committee of Chinland, the united front of the Chin democratic struggle! Let us join hands firmly with all nationalities of our country, including our Burman brothers! Let us unitedly support the efforts of Mr. Kofi Annan in his efforts to
address our country’s issue at the UNSC.
Chiland Guardian: : thanks a lot for your time and once again reminding our readers the importance of reaffirming the true spirit of nationalism as opposed to divisive tribalism. Happy Chin National Day!
Salai Kipp Kho Lian: Thank you for having me. Keep up the good works!