Brigadier General Sumlut Gun Maw

Brigadier General Sumlut Gun Maw

Brigadier General Sumlut Gun Maw is a prominent leader within the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) and its political wing, the Kachin Independence Organization (KIO). Since 2009, he has served as the Vice Chief of Staff of the KIA, playing a pivotal role in both military operations and political negotiations.
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🧍 Early Life and Education

Born on February 5, 1963, in Dukahtaung village, Myitkyina District, Kachin State, Sumlut Gun Maw is the eldest of five siblings. He completed his secondary education at No. 1 Basic Education High School in Myitkyina in 1979. He then pursued higher education at Myitkyina Regional College and later earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Mandalay University in 1987.
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🪖 Military and Political Career

Upon graduating in 1987, Sumlut Gun Maw joined the Kachin Independence Army. His leadership qualities and innovative approaches quickly propelled him through the ranks. He has held several key positions within the KIO, including head of the National Information Services (NIS), and has been instrumental in reforming the organization’s education system.
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In 2009, he was appointed Vice Chief of Staff of the KIA with the rank of Brigadier General. His tenure has been marked by significant involvement in peace negotiations with the Myanmar government, notably participating in the 21st Century Panglong Peace Conference in 2017 as a member of the United Nationalities Federal Council.
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🕊️ Peace Advocacy and Diplomacy

General Gun Maw is recognized for his diplomatic efforts and commitment to achieving a federal democratic union in Myanmar. He has consistently advocated for genuine peace through dialogue, emphasizing the importance of equality and mutual respect among all ethnic groups.
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🏌️ Community Engagement

Beyond his military and political roles, Sumlut Gun Maw has contributed to community development. In 2004, after attending a reconciliation conference in Yangon, he founded the Laiza Golf Club, promoting recreational activities and community engagement in the region.
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Brigadier General Sumlut Gun Maw remains a key figure in Myanmar’s ongoing struggle for ethnic rights and autonomy, balancing his roles as a military leader, political strategist, and community advocate.