In the evolving political terrain of Myanmar, particularly in the contested highlands of Eastern Zogam, a critical linguistic and ideological question is emerging: Should the Zomi people refer to their…
By Zo Muan Taang, Political Affairs Analyst, ZPCC The Chin National Front’s (CNF) May 9 statement against the Zomi Political Coordination Committee (ZPCC) and ZRA-Eastern Command represents a calculated attempt…
I. Introduction The global Zomi singing contest formerly known as “Zomi Idol” has evolved into a more culturally resonant and identity-affirming name: Zomi Lengthe. However, some have proposed the poetic term “Zolengthe” as…
The Zogam Charter and Zomi Flag are not unilateral declarations nor symbols of division—they are the result of representative consensus, reaffirmed at the historic Zomi International Conference in Kuala Lumpur 2019. Contrary to Dr. Suan Muan Thang’s critique, the Charter is a living, amendable document rooted in democratic values and indigenous rights. It is the Zomi people’s response to political vacuum, not a power grab. The Flag, flying for over 30 years, continues to represent unity, sacrifice, and the collective hope of a nation long denied its voice.