Overthrow of CPB Leadership in March

The Communist Party of Burma (CPB) faced a significant challenge in maintaining its leadership and influence in the region. After losing its strongholds in central Burma, the CPB had re-established bases in the northeast during the late 1960s. However, this shift in strategy did not secure its power. The reliance on Kokang and Wa troops, which were initially seen as allies, ultimately led to the CPB's downfall. A rebellion by these very troops marked a turning point, resulting in the overthrow of the CPB leadership. The rebellion highlighted the fragility of the CPB's position and its inability to sustain control over its military allies. Following the rebellion, the CPB leaders were forced into exile across the Chinese border, signaling a dramatic shift in the political landscape of the region and the decline of the CPB's influence.