The Karen National Union (KNU) is a democratic organisation respresenting the Karen people of Burma. Our goal is peace and prosperity in a democratic federal Burma.
The Karen National Union is the leading political organisation representing the aspirations of the Karen people.
The KNU was founded in 1947, its predecessor organisations date back to 1881.
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- Address of KNU President Saw Tamla Baw on 63rd Anniversary of Karen National Revolution
- Statement of KNU Central Committee 2nd Emergency Meeting
- Statement on Initial Agreement between KNU and Burmese Government
- Position Statement on Peace Talks Between the KNU and the Burmese Government
- Address of KNU President, Gen Saw Tamla Baw, on Karen New Year Day
Rape, slave labour, looting, extortion and executions are part of every day life for the Karen.