Senapati, September 11: The United Naga Council (UNC) has decided to temporarily suspend its ongoing trade embargo in Naga areas from 6 pm on Thursday, following a communication from the Manipur government regarding the resumption of tripartite talks with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the Centre, and the state government.

According to a statement issued on Thursday, the UNC said it had received the Manipur government’s letter (No. H-802/6/2025-HD-HD) dated September 10, 2025, calling for the resumption of tripartite meeting on the issue of abrogation of the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and border fencing along the Indo-Myanmar border in Naga.

The UNC held an Emergency Presidential Council Meeting (EPCM) on September 11, at Tahamzam, where it appreciated the government’s acknowledgement of its past engagements with the MHA and confirmation of receipt of various memoranda and representations. The council also welcomed the assurance that there would be prior consultation with the UNC and other stakeholders before taking up the works.

“In view of the above, the Presidential Council resolved to suspend the ongoing Trade Embargo in Naga Areas temporarily with effect from 6.00 pm of September 11, 2025,” the statement declared.

The UNC further expressed gratitude, stating: “The UNC through this statement places on record its appreciation to all the Tribe, Women, Student & Youth Organizations and the Naga public in general for their support and solidarity towards the effective observation of the Trade Embargo.”