Global Action
Background
Blood Money campaign started a campaign to target Junta’s Access to Jet Fuel in December 2023. Jet Fuel Accountability Campaign 2024: The Blood Money Campaign is focused on curbing military junta access to jet fuel. We urge states and companies to halt the export of aviation fuel to Myanmar, demanding a commitment to ending impunity for both international and domestic companies involved in shipping, importing, providing insurance, storing, and distributing jet fuel utilized by the military junta in their campaign against humanity. The campaign sheds light on the distant port of origin for the fuel, tracing its path to unlawful air strikes that have resulted in civilian casualties. Amnesty International's report highlights the pivotal role played by Puma Energy, majority-owned by global commodity giant Trafigura, in supplying the Myanmar military since 2015 through its local entities. The report also exposes the involvement of global and regional oil companies, maritime insurers, vessel owners, shipping agents, and truck distributors in this supply chain. The revelation underscores the interconnected web of support that enables the Myanmar military's actions. Depriving the military junta of aviation fuel is crucial, as it would render them incapable of powering the aircraft responsible for committing crimes through air strikes against civilians. The campaign seeks to hold all involved entities accountable and disrupt the supply chain supporting these reprehensible activities.
Actions
Photo campaign
X (Twitter trending) and Facebook commenting
Letter campaign (Material from Burma Campaign UK)
Petition campaign (Material from Amnesty International)
https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/research/2022/11/myanmar-the-supply-chain-fueling-war-crimes/
Action Package: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IX1WOahjQemS2bhsXIhlatZDt6xJyKX0aDNPrcRaVNA/edit
Banner: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1YW3NXrpaE4CSJsx6J3O04hzYJLQwyPAx?usp=sharing
Pamphlet: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1F-45rnsiEk29Il4Oodjhg_SacXs8HfZZ?usp=sharing
BMC Advocacy in the event at Bangkok Parliament House
Rebaco Withdraw from PTT
Background:
In 2006, the 88 Generations Students group and political activists, including Ko Jimmy @ Kyaw Min Yu, led the White Campaign as one of the public movement strategies to release political prisoners. Now, the White Campaign is inspired once again in 2024. With the arrival of three years after the terrorist junta coup attempt, it is necessary to continue the revolution with multiple ways and tactics, utilizing people power to demolish the military dictatorship.
Demands of the White Campaign in 2024:
1) Myanmar People urge international governments and companies to stop jet fuel exports to the junta immediately to demolish the military dictatorship as fast as possible.
2) Local request to Myanmar people living overseas in situations where possible: Refuse to pay Blood
Taxation to the Junta.
3) Myanmar People urge the soldiers who are under the terrorist junta forces not to give up their lives
for the criminal junta and to raise white flags, collaborating with the people of Myanmar as fast as possible.
These three messages are the demands of the White Campaign, encouraging people from Myanmar, both locally and globally, to wear white shirts, white utilities, and other related items.
White Campaign Activities:
To join the White Campaign, start by wearing a white shirt, a symbol of peace and solidarity embraced by many movements. Cross the arms in a gesture of unity and determination, showcasing the commitment to the cause. People carry a paper plane, representing their aspirations for freedom and change and symbolizing flight and movement. They write campaign slogans on paper, emphasizing key messages such as opposing fuel exports to the Myanmar regime and resisting unjust taxation. Capture the essence of their involvement by taking pictures holding the paper plane while donning the white shirt and crossed arms. Share these images on social media platforms, using relevant hashtags and campaign information, to raise awareness and inspire others. Extend their impact by engaging with the community, participating in events, joining discussions, and collaborating on actions that support the campaign's goals.
Campaign slogans:
“Ban Jet Fuel Exports To Myanmar Fascist Dictator”
“Stop Blood Taxation”
“Stop Paying Tax to Junta”
“ပြည်သူ့ရင်ခွင် အမြန်ခိုလှုံကြပါ” “Defect to where people's love is”
Movement Success
The broad participation of the White Campaign on both national and international levels, including within Myanmar, the diaspora group, and international communities, significantly amplifies its impact. The collective effort demonstrates a unified stance against unjust practices and fosters a sense of solidarity across borders. By engaging a diverse range of participants, the campaign can effectively draw attention to its key messages and advocate for change. The international support adds a valuable dimension, bringing in varied perspectives and reinforcing the importance of the cause on a global scale. As participants from different backgrounds join forces, the White Campaign gains strength and influence, contributing to a more comprehensive and impactful advocacy for the campaign's goals.
Blood Money campaign started a campaign to target Junta’s Access to Jet Fuel in December 2023. Jet Fuel Accountability Campaign 2024: The Blood Money Campaign is focused on curbing military junta access to jet fuel. We urge states and companies to halt the export of aviation fuel to Myanmar, demanding a commitment to ending impunity for both international and domestic companies involved in shipping, importing, providing insurance, storing, and distributing jet fuel utilized by the military junta in their campaign against humanity. The campaign sheds light on the distant port of origin for the fuel, tracing its path to unlawful air strikes that have resulted in civilian casualties. Amnesty International's report highlights the pivotal role played by Puma Energy, majority-owned by global commodity giant Trafigura, in supplying the Myanmar military since 2015 through its local entities. The report also exposes the involvement of global and regional oil companies, maritime insurers, vessel owners, shipping agents, and truck distributors in this supply chain. The revelation underscores the interconnected web of support that enables the Myanmar military's actions. Depriving the military junta of aviation fuel is crucial, as it would render them incapable of powering the aircraft responsible for committing crimes through air strikes against civilians. The campaign seeks to hold all involved entities accountable and disrupt the supply chain supporting these reprehensible activities.