presidentJoe BidenThe United States announced plans to boycott Myanmar military leaders behind the military coup last week. And called on other countries to work together to pressure Myanmar to return to democracy
SchoolnewsKyodo reported that The sanctions are not just for Myanmar military leaders. But also theBusiness And those family members of those leaders The first names of the sanctions will be announced within this week.
In addition, President Biden revealed that The US is also preparing to take measures “Strict export controls” will prevent generals from accessing approximately $ 1 billion of funds held by the Myanmar government in the United States. But have not given further details.
However, the United States will continue to support healthcare, civil society and other sectors. Which is directly beneficial to the people of Myanmar And condemn the actions of police officers who use force to crack down on people who protest against the army peacefully
President Biden said at the White House on Wednesday: “As the protests grew The violence against democratic rights is unacceptable. And we will keep calling on this. The Burmese people are shouting out. And the whole world is watching. “
He said, “We are ready to take additional measures. And we will continue to work with partners around the world. To call on other nations Join us too “
President Biden also reiterated the call on the Myanmar military to immediately release detained political leaders. This includes Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and gave up the power that the army seized.
The Myanmar army took power on February 1, while detaining Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and other leaders. And has declared a state of emergency nationwide for a year, claiming that the Commission.ElectionHaving failed to hold elections Until causing election fraud in the past November This resulted in the National League for Democracy (NLD) winning a landslide.
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