“People have to feel they have a stake in the [peace] process. When they can express their views and concerns – and these are discussed – this paves the way for a totally new beginning in the society," said Finnish statesman Martti Ahtisaari.

Panellists on DVB Debate discuss whether the nationwide ceasefire, which officially commences on 30 march, will be used to legitimise discrimination.

The Burmese government will release more than 200 remaining political prisoners in keeping with a promise President Thein Sein made during a visit to Europe earlier this year.

Burma’s national human rights commission has accused the army of committing serious abuses against civilians in Kachin state, in the wake of a five-day mission of inquiry to the conflict-torn region

The Norwegian government is defending a controversial peace initiative despite mounting criticism that it risks coercing ethnic and civil society groups into joining the government

Mon party which won 16 parliamentary seats in the November 7 elections held a two-day meeting discuss on the constitution and the new parliaments