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Myanmar Navy Special Operations Task Force
မြန်မာ့ရေတပ်အထူးစစ်ဆင်ရေးအထူးတပ်ဖွဲ့
Shoulder sleeve insignia of the Myanmar Navy
Active2010s–present
Country Myanmar
Branch Myanmar Navy
TypeSpecial forces
RoleSpecial operations, counterterrorism, maritime security
Size1,100–1,200 active naval special forces personnel (estimated)
HeadquartersNaypyidaw, Myanmar
Motto(s)မြန်မာ့ပင်လယ်ကိုကာကွယ်ရန် ("To protect Myanmar sea.")
Colors    Navy blue, White, Black
Commanders
Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services of Myanmar Senior General Min Aung Hlaing
Commander-in-Chief (Navy) Admiral Htein Win

The Myanmar Navy Special Operations Task Force (Burmese: မြန်မာ့ရေတပ်အထူးစစ်ဆင်ရေးအထူးတပ်ဖွဲ့ ) is an elite special operations unit within the Myanmar Navy, a branch of the Tatmadaw (Myanmar Armed Forces).[1][2] Established in the early 2010s, the unit is tasked with conducting maritime special operations, including counterterrorism, direct action, and reconnaissance missions.[3] The force is modeled after similar units such as the United States Navy SEALs, with training programs designed to prepare operatives for a variety of complex maritime scenarios. It is estimated to have around 1,100 to 1,200 active naval special forces personnel, making it a significant component of Myanmar’s maritime security structure.[4][5][6]

History

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The formation of the Myanmar Navy Special Operations Task Force was part of a broader initiative to enhance the special operations capabilities of the Tatmadaw.[7][8] While the exact date of establishment is not publicly disclosed, reports suggest the unit became operational in the early 2010s. The unit's creation aimed to address emerging maritime security challenges and to provide the Myanmar Navy with a dedicated force capable of executing specialized missions.[9][10]

Organization and training

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Details regarding the organizational structure and training regimen of the Myanmar Navy Special Operations Task Force are classified. However, it is known that the unit undergoes rigorous training programs, potentially including joint exercises with other branches of the Tatmadaw.[11] The training emphasizes physical endurance, tactical proficiency, and adaptability to various maritime environments.[12][13]

Operations

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Due to the secretive nature of special operations forces, specific missions undertaken by the Myanmar Navy Special Operations Task Force are not publicly documented.[14] The unit is presumed to be involved in operations requiring specialized maritime capabilities, including counter-piracy, hostage rescue, and intelligence gathering.[15][16]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Chan, Moe Sett Nyein (1 March 2024). "Analysis | Arakan Army Exposes Myanmar's Naval Weaknesses". The Irrawaddy. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  2. ^ Manaranche, Martin (28 December 2024). "Myanmar names and launches new FF-135 frigate and commissions two new corvettes". Naval News. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  3. ^ "Myanmar Armed Group Seizes Naval Training Center in Rakhine State". thediplomat.com. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  4. ^ "Rebel army captures major Myanmar navy training base". Radio Free Asia. 9 September 2024. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  5. ^ Irrawaddy, The (7 September 2024). "Arakan Army Seizes Myanmar Navy SEAL Base in Rakhine State". The Irrawaddy. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  6. ^ "Myanmar Navy Starts to Operate Kilo Class Submarines". www.defenceturkey.com. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  7. ^ office_zzam (26 December 2020). "Myanmar Navy has commissioned seven new warships and one submarine". armyrecognition.com. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  8. ^ "Myanmar - Navy Bases". www.globalsecurity.org. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  9. ^ "Upsurge in Indo-Myanmar Naval Cooperation". www.spsnavalforces.com. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  10. ^ admin (7 July 2022). "Myanmar Navy Conducts Sea Sheild-2022 Naval Exercise Off Rakhine Coast - MilitaryLeak.COM". Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  11. ^ "Myanmar navy fires at Thai fishing boats, detains 31 fishermen, Thailand says". Reuters. 30 November 2024. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  12. ^ "Myanmar - Navy". www.globalsecurity.org. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  13. ^ Brahy, Jérôme. "Myanmar Navy commissions UMS King Thalun as largest domestically built frigate". armyrecognition.com. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  14. ^ Pasandideh, Shahryar (17 August 2015). "Modernization of the Myanmar Navy". NAOC. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  15. ^ APDR (18 January 2025). "Leonardo denies supplying arms to Myanmar Navy". APDR. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  16. ^ "Junta boss eyes greater force projection for Myanmar Navy". Development Media Group. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
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