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Aung San Suu Kyi - Burma's Nelson Mandela
Aung San Suu Kyi - Burma's Nelson Mandela 11 December 2009 … right up the global agenda. During his visit to Asia, he directly challenged the generals to release her and all … that next year's planned elections are free and fair. He has promised that movement toward democracy would lead to …
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Myanmar: ‘To overcome the mistrust, it takes time’
… a group of independent world leaders, paid a visit to Burma and the Burmese community in Thailand last week. It … On this visit, The Elders focused on learning about Burma’s peace process and listening to refugees’ voices. … questions. In fact there still are conflicts going on. Also he [Min Aung Hlaing] explained in the last four weeks or so, …
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The Elders keep an empty chair for Aung San Suu Kyi
… Eminent global leaders say election process in Burma/Myanmar cannot deliver credible results and call for … Mandela – say that restrictions on political activity in Burma/Myanmar make it impossible for elections later this … 1990. She was made an honorary Elder by Nelson Mandela when he formed the group in 2007 and the Elders always keep an …
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Desmond Tutu demands release of Aung San Suu Kyi
… campaign to free the 2,200 political prisoners in Burma. He calls on everyone who values human rights and … to free the 2,200 political prisoners in Burma. He has joined the growing campaign by raising his palm with …
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Drifting down the Irrawaddy: do Myanmar's leaders have the necessary vision?
… home from my fifth trip in the past 12 months to Myanmar (Burma, if you prefer) on behalf of The Elders, trying to … is one of them. Speculation is rife over if and when he will take off his uniform and run for President. If he does, he will join another old comrade-in-arms, …
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Myanmar: finding a shared vision, building trust
… first meeting with him. During their conversation, he emphasised that any amendment to Myanmar’s constitution … was to pursue economic development and maintain stability. He emphasised that these two objectives go hand in hand. … Thailand, the Elders met members of the Women’s League of Burma to discuss the importance of women’s participation …
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