"SPDC top commander from Defense Ministry, Maj. Gen. Maung Bo confirmed in Ye Township meeting that the paramilitary ‘People Vigorous Association? (PVA) which are formed to fight foreign invasion must be currently used for fighting against the rebel forces which had activities in the areas. In a meeting with the local SPDC Ye Township authorities and headmen from various villages on November 25, the Commander blamed them for the activities of rebel activities in the area and confirmed the above statement..."