Civic leaders raise issues with Ban Ki-moon
Before the opening ceremony this morning, the UN secretary-general met with representatives of civil society organisations over breakfast to hear their views.
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‘Heightened expectations’ under Suu Kyi, says UN Sec-Gen
Ban Ki-moon said, “I commend the new Government for its emphasis on dialogue, cooperation and reconciliation between military and civil society leaders and political and economic stakeholders.”
2015 Elections Lead Story News
NLD still needs one seat for outright majority
This morning’s 9am announcement of results by Burma’s election commission did not deliver as expected the fatal blow to the military-backed government.
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2015 Elections Lead Story News Politics
International and domestic observers offer mixed reviews of ceasefire
While foreign observers largely praised the NCA signing, leaders from some ethnic groups that did not accede to the accord expressed their skepticism.
2015 Elections Lead Story News Politics
Reform, presidency on agenda during Shwe Mann’s US tour
Meetings with Ban Ki-moon and US Deputy Secretary of State follow on from talk at Carnegie Center where he said he would accept a presidential nomination.
Human Rights Lead Story News Women's Issues
Sexual violence by Burmese army still widespread, says NGO
Burmese government soldiers continue to perpetrate sexual violence against women on a widespread scale with impunity, according to a Women’s League of Burma report.
Rebels call for intervention as UN sends aid
The KIO are accusing the Burmese army of participating in ethnic cleansing and have asked the UN to intervene, as the international body prepares to deliver aid to refugees in Kachin state
Amid fanfare, UN votes to condemn Burma
Resolution condemning ongoing human rights violations in Burma’s ethnic regions wins widespread support at General Assembly
Thein Sein says no political prisoners
UN chief Ban Ki-moon reportedly presses president on release of political prisoners but Thein Sein stands firm in his denial
UN cautious, but sees a light
Ban Ki-moon sees an ‘obligation and opportunity’ for the new Burmese government, despite few signs of tangible change in the country
UN millennium development goals in jeopardy
UN projections for Burma appear mixed but Amnesty International claims the ruling junta is ‘unwilling to protect economic rights’
UN head admits ‘frustration’ towards elections
UN chief, Ban Ki-moon has admitted that he has been ‘frustrated’ by his engagement with the military junta
Wundwin NLD urges UN chief to visit Burma
Dec 29, 2008 (DVB), Wundwin township National League for Democracy in Mandalay division has called for United Nations secretary-general Ban Ki-moon to visit Burma to help push for a solution[…]
U Win Tin says Ban Ki Moon should not visit Burma
Nov 13, 2008 (DVB)-Recently released veteran journalist and pro-democracy leader U Win Tin said the visit of United Nations’ Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to Burma could end up as a nod[…]
