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.”
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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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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.
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Ban Ki-moon: Search and rescue of migrants ‘top priority’
The UN secretary general said he hoped regional nations would tackle the “root causes” of the current exodus at an upcoming conference in Thailand.
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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.
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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.
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Ban Ki-Moon flip-flops on Rohingya identity
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon toned down earlier statements supporting the UN’s recognition of the term “Rohingya,” a move that appears to have been calculated to avoid a backlash from the Burmese government and media.
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Arakan leader criticises Ban’s ‘Rohingya’ comments
the Chief Minister of Arakan State, Maung Maung Ohn, criticises UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon for his use of the term Rohingya.
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UN sec-gen urges Rohingya rights
“At a time of rising extremism and intolerance in many countries, progress on this front in Myanmar would keep the country’s transition on track, and send a positive message to the world,” said Ban Ki-moon.
Islamic nations press UN over persecution of Muslims in Burma
Islamic nations on Wednesday called on UN leader Ban Ki-moon to do more to halt the “tyranny” they say Muslims are enduring in Burma
UN chief issues warning over situation in Arakan state
UN leader Ban Ki-moon warned Saturday that Muslim-Buddhist unrest in Burma’s Arakan state could hit the country’s landmark reforms and spill across borders, a UN spokesman said
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
UN chief meets with Suu Kyi
After becoming the first foreigner to address Burma’s parliament, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon met with opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi on Tuesday
UN chief meets Thein Sein, urges countries to ease sanctions
The UN Secretary General met with Burma’s president and delivered a speech to the parliament were he lauded recent reforms and asked countries to further ease sanctions
UN leader to visit Burma, meet with Suu Kyi
UN general secretary Ban Ki-moon will travel to Burma this weekend to meet with country’s president and opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi
UN chief may visit Burma after polls
Ban Ki-moon could make third visit to country in April as he warns of more challenges up the road for reforming pariah 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 chief eyes historic Burma visit
Ban Ki-moon to try to visit country in near future after holding talks with President Thein Sein in which he urged greater reform
Ban Ki-moon urges govt to step up reforms
UN Secretary General welcome’s Suu Kyi talks with Thein Sein and urges further steps towards national reconciliation
UN chief praises Burma talks, urges more
Ban Ki-moon says meeting between Aung San Suu Kyi and labour minister is ‘encouraging’ and reiterates calls for greater dialogue
UN soon to name Burma envoy
Ban Ki-moon says decision to appoint new envoy stems from Burma’s perceived willingness to work closely with the UN
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[…]
