The Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) held a presentation on its election manifesto at the National Indoor Stadium (1) in Thuwunna, Yangon, this afternoon.
USDP members, officials from the party and its allied political parties, supporters, artists, and representatives from some social organizations attended the event.
During the ceremony, artists—including Academy Award–winning actor Nay Aung—performed entertainment programs. USDP Chairman U Khin Yi then explained key points from the party’s election manifesto.
He said that if the USDP wins the election, the party plans to reform law enforcement by opening a police academy and expanding the police force; introduce a system allowing township administrators to be elected by the public to ensure people-centered governance; reduce taxes on essential imported medicines while increasing taxes on items such as alcohol, beer, cigarettes, and cosmetics; reduce administrative burdens on civil servants by shifting processes online to eliminate unnecessary travel and overtime; coordinate with relevant countries on migrant worker issues; and promote extracurricular education for children to improve learning outcomes.
“We conducted studies on developments across different sectors of the country,” U Khin Yi said. “Likewise, we invited both local and foreign experts, retired officials who had served in various government bodies, to the headquarters, where we held in-depth discussions on each subject. Based on these discussions, we conducted weekly internal brainstorming sessions at the central executive office. After thorough review and analysis, we were able to draft our party’s policy direction and future programs—our manifesto—with clear time frames. Our policy statement was drafted based on the 2008 Constitution, the Three Duties of the State, and the country’s actual conditions,” he explained.
He added that if the USDP is entrusted with the responsibilities of the State, the party will also implement the peace process. He urged people to vote, saying that casting a vote is necessary for the peaceful future of one’s spouse, children, and grandchildren. Not voting, he said, would mean failing in one’s duty as a father, mother, brother, or sister.
He emphasized that a single vote carries the weight of both affection and judgment—“a vote that comes from the mind determines right or wrong.” In choosing candidates, he said, people should select a party or organization that can stand shoulder to shoulder with the Tatmadaw in a country facing chaos and infiltration.
“Choose people with experience,” he said. “Our country has suffered from storms, floods, natural disasters, earthquakes, and violence at the hands of those who kill and destroy. We need people who know how to work in such conditions—those with experience. Choose those who have done the job before. And ultimately, the USDP is the one that fits all these criteria. Please vote for us. We are ready to lay down our backs for you—step on this platform and move forward. To speak honestly, we have already been through everything. We have held these positions before. We do not need much anymore. At this final stage of our lives, what we wish to give back is merit,” U Khin Yi said.
Afterward, USDP Chairman U Khin Yi handed over the 2025 Election Victory Flag to the Yangon Region USDP Election Victory Committee. The event concluded with the singing of the party’s election victory song and final campaign activities.
