Aung San Suu Kyi is a prominent figure in Myanmar's struggle for democracy. Born in Yangon in 1945, Suu Kyi inherited the political legacy of her father Ang San and attracted attention with her understanding of peaceful resistance.
Political Struggle and Nobel Peace Prize
Suu Kyi, who was placed under house arrest by the military junta despite winning the elections in 1990, was supported internationally by democracy and human rights advocates and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1991.
Democratic Reforms and the Rohingya Crisis
Suu Kyi, who was released in 2010, led democratic reforms in Myanmar in 2015. However, in the following years, it faced allegations of violence and genocide against Rohingya Muslims and received criticism from the international community.
Military Coup and Arrest
Suu Kyi, who was arrested again in the military coup in Myanmar in 2021, faced various accusations. This arrest once again showed his belief in democracy and his political struggle.