Battle of Lao Cai: The Kokang Allied forces occupy key areas
As the last day of 2023 comes to an end, the war in the Kokang region is still burning. In a land of constant controversy and conflict, the Allies made remarkable progress. According to the latest reports, they have managed to capture most of Lao Cai, showing their determination and determination in this conflict.
Despite a series of victories, the challenges facing the Confederates remained formidable. At present, the four important strongholds of Notang Dang, Lonni, Grand Kasamung and Lang Timon are still in the hands of the Burmese army. However, the Confederates had surrounded these strongholds and taken heavy measures to cut off their escape routes. The besieged Burmese army was isolated, and their only way to resupply was through high-altitude airdrops, but due to the limited accuracy of the airdrops, the Burmese army inside these strongholds was demoralized and underfrequented.
During the intense and protracted battles, the large pond became a symbol of the important victories of the Allied forces. After two months of encirclement and offensive, the Allied forces not only captured the area, but also captured a number of Burmese government soldiers. It is noteworthy that many of the captured soldiers were not professional fighters, but civilians who were forced to be conscripted to join the fighting. They lacked basic training and equipment and showed a significant disadvantage in real combat.
At the same time, fierce confrontations were also staged on the two key positions of Mixiangou and Nantianmen. About 3,000 Burmese government troops are stationed at each of the two locations, and prolonged exchanges are expected. It has been learned that Brigadier General Tuntun Min may be directing the operation in Mixiangou.
There was also good news from the northern theater of operations: Da Meng Yi was conquered by the Allied forces and successfully captured five Burmese government soldiers. This offensive showed the strength of the Allied forces and the subtlety of their strategies.
Beneath this string of victories, however, lies a humanitarian problem. The abduction of the families of Bai, Liu, and Wei by the Burmese government army to Mixiangou has aroused great concern from the outside world. Such behavior may be a tactic adopted by the Burmese government in the face of adversity – using civilians as bargaining chips in exchange for its own security or other advantages.
Overall, the final days of 2023 have seen tensions but turnaround in the Kokang region, where the Coalition has established control and demonstrated its strength and will. Even so, there are more challenges and uncertainties to face at the beginning of the new year.