Posted by Kyaw Myaing on 12/1/2002, 6:51 pm {{To turn to another facet that plays a part in talking of changes, I have to We have also shown full cooperation with the United Nations as a responsible Unfortunately, there remain countries which think that applying political and The international community can best assist by encouraging the process, There has been a resurgence of national pride here in the United States. The I should like to quote some of the remarks made recently by the Special - "In the delicate juncture in Myanmar, new prospects for reconciliation and - "I think it is very important that the international community and - "I know of no democratic transition in history where foreign governments We hope that these words of the Special Rapporteur will find resonance with all In concluding, Id like to reiterate that Myanmar is determined to pursue a I invite all friends and patriots to discuss these important issues of achieving national unity and national reconciliation. Regards, Kyaw Myaing }}
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Here is partII of the statement given by Ambassador U Linn Myaing at SAIS, Johns Hopkins on 23 November 2002.
mention our relationship with the outside world. Myanmar maintains friendly
relations with all countries in accordance with the 5 principles of peaceful
coexistence whose essence is mutual respect for each others territorial
integrity and sovereignty, and noninterference in each others internal
affairs. These principles of peaceful coexistence remain the major cornerstone
of our foreign policy. Myanmar poses no threat to any country in any way and
tries its best to solve problems amicably.
member of that organization. The Government has been working together with the
representatives of the Secretary-General, the Human Rights Commission, as well
as organizations such as the ICRC, ILO and UNHCR towards the betterment of the
lives of our people. The Government has been especially appreciative of the UN
Special Envoy Mr. Razali lsmails balanced approach, patience and
determination in assisting the ongoing dialogue in the national reconciliation
process.
economic pressures is the best means of encouraging a transition to democratic
rule. We have committed ourselves to a democratic society with a market economy
and we are moving ahead at a pace that is most beneficial to us. Therefore such
confrontational efforts can only have a negative impact. They serve only to
hinder the process that we have embarked upon.
including a reconciliation that should be "home grown". The national
reconciliation and nation building process underway in Myanmar will proceed
smoothly and at a greater pace if the international community give us more time
and space and display understanding, encouragement, and engagement.
people of Myanmar have always had great national pride also. We take pride in
our culture, in our character and in our independence. Exerting undue pressure
for change through means such as sanctions and isolation will only result in a
renewed determination to go on by ourselves. We only ask to be allowed the
dignity of working out change and transition in our own way and that our people
not suffer unduly through the misguided efforts of those who are only
determined to see ogres and are blind to actual human faces and lives. There is
after all more than one road to follow to reach the goal and to insist that
there is only one correct way is rather overbearing and dogmatic.
Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Myanmar, Professor Pinheiro, who
has recognized and managed to put into a nutshell some of the points that the
international community has long needed to understand:
democratization needs to be handled with great care and generosity on the part
of all those who wish the Myanmar people well"
international bodies do not wait until the end of the political transition to
become engaged."
waited for reforms before engaging with a countrys people.
those who wish our country well.
further transition process with patience, tolerance and magnanimity and that
the confrontational attitudes of all parties will eventually become things of
the past.
Thank you.}}
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