Duwa Lashi La vs Zaid al-Rifai

Duwa Lashi La was appointed acting president of the National Unity Government (NUG), a parallel civilian government formed after the 2021 military coup. The NUG aims to restore democracy and coordinate resistance against the junta, including armed groups.

Myanmar's military junta declared the NUG and its associated armed wing, the People's Defence Force, as terrorist organizations. This designation criminalized support for the NUG and led to widespread arrests of its members and sympathizers.

Duwa Lashi La issued a call for a nationwide uprising against the military junta, urging citizens to join the People's Defence Force. This led to the formation of numerous local resistance groups and intensified armed conflict across Myanmar.

Duwa Lashi La led NUG diplomatic missions to seek international recognition and support, including meetings with UN officials and foreign governments. The NUG gained recognition from some countries but failed to secure widespread legitimacy.

Zaid al-Rifai was appointed Prime Minister of Jordan in May 1973 by King Hussein. He served multiple terms, becoming one of the longest-serving prime ministers in Jordanian history, known for his close ties to the monarchy and conservative policies.

Rifai played a key role in the 1974 Arab League summit in Rabat, which recognized the PLO as the sole legitimate representative of the Palestinian people. This decision led to Jordan's disengagement from the West Bank, a major shift in policy.

During his later terms, Rifai oversaw economic liberalization policies, including privatization of state-owned enterprises and encouragement of foreign investment. These reforms aimed to reduce Jordan's debt and stimulate growth, though they also increased inequality.

Rifai was appointed President of the Jordanian Senate in 1997, a position he held until 2009. As Senate president, he wielded significant influence over legislation and appointments, serving as a key advisor to King Abdullah II.