An announcement in state media accuses certain political party officials of putting words in President Thein Sein’s mouth and launching personal attacks on others.
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Than Shwe no longer plays a role, USDP leader says
Burma’s former military dictator Than Shwe no longer plays a role in the country’s politics, but is instead devoting his retirement days to religious activities, says deputy-chairman Htay Oo.
Local boy Thein Sein attends Irrawaddy delta rally
Speaking in a delta town close to the president’s birthplace, chief minister urges the public to put its support behind Thein Sein and the USDP.
Thein Sein offers to accept pay cut
Burmese President Thein Sein has offered to take a pay cut from his current salary of 5 million kyat (US$5,000), the amount currently approved by parliament.
Thein Sein threatens use of force
In his first address to the nation since last week’s religious violence, President Thein Sein promises to be tough on the perpetrators.