Washington is expected to offer more general licenses to specific companies, and take some people off Treasury’s list of “Specially Designated Individuals” targeted for sanctions.
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Obama congratulates Thein Sein on 'historic milestone'
US president called Burmese counterpart to congratulate him for “successfully implementing historic free and fair elections”, according to senior minister.
Backtracking on political prisoner commitment
After an initially positive response to international pressure, Thein Sein’s regime has reneged on its pledge on political prisoners.
Obama speaks at Rangoon University
President Obama gave a speech to a crowded Convocation Hall at Rangoon University. He lauded the country’s ongoing reform process, addressed the recent unrest in Arakan state and ceasefires with…
Obama calls for national reconciliation during Burma visit
President Obama pledged to support Burma’s nascent reform period but called on the country’s citizens to push for national reconciliation after decades of civil war and military rule.
Obama: "New Chapter for US and Burma"
President Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton met Aung San Suu Kyi at her house. The President said, “Today marks a new chapter between the United States and Burma”.