More than 700 protesters have been as they voice opposition to the military junta
A Myanmar council of ousted lawmakers announced on Friday they are forming a "National Unity Government," including anti-coup activists and ethnic minorities, to restore democracy.
Political leaders and deposed members of parliament have been trying to organize to regain power from the military since the February 1 coup pushed Myanmar into turmoil.
The National Unity Government is an upgrade from what had been called the Committee Representing Pyidaungsu Hluttaw (CRPH).
Elected lawmakers, who were barred by the army from taking their seats, formed the CRPH shortly after the coup. The body has since tried to gain international recognition as Myanmar's legitimate government.