Shin Daewe is a prominent screenwriter and filmmaker whose works comment on poverty and social issues. She was arrested in October 2023 after police confiscated a video drone she planned to use in a documentary. In January 2024, she was sentenced to life in prison by a military tribunal for “abetting terrorism” and possession of a drone, which is illegal in Myanmar. She was denied legal representation.
Shin Daewe
Is case active: Yes
Country:Myanmar
Region:Asia-Pacific
Gender:Female
Status:Imprisoned
Years active:2023