Shan State Progress Party/Shan State Army (SSPP/SSA) and Restoration Council of Shan State/Shan State Army (RCSS/SSA) have reached a ceasefire agreement. This development follows years of conflict primarily in northern Shan State, with RCSS/SSA subsequently withdrawing its troops from the northern region.

RCSS/SSA Maj Sai Kham Sarm informed SHAN that the groups “wish to cooperate” in resolving armed conflicts in Shan State and will continue discussions toward this goal.

Representatives from SSPP/SSA (three members) and RCSS/SSA (four members) convened on November 29 for the signing of the ceasefire, marking the third meeting dedicated to these discussions.

The Shan armed groups have committed to releasing all prisoners of war, including civilian supporters who were detained.