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"The British Government will stand by the people of Burma and will continue to maintain pressure on the regime until we see real progress on democracy, governance and human rights".
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
In a statement to mark International Human Rights Day, the Foreign Secretary sent a message of support to human rights defenders around the world, including the Chinese Nobel Peace Prize winner Liu Xiaobo, and those detained…
The Burmese Supreme Court today dismissed an appeal by Aung San Suu Kyi’s party, the National League for Democracy, against its dissolution in May 2010 under draconian election laws.
David Cameron phoned Aung San Suu Kyi on her 66th birthday.
Foreign Secretary William Hague said Aung San Suu Kyi should be able to travel freely and without risk to her personal security.
The UK Government has welcomed the meeting between Aung San Suu Kyi and President Thein Sein on 19 August.
On 15 September, the FCO will show the film telling the story of the political prisoner Zarganar, a fierce critic of the regime in Burma and its most popular comedian. Find out how to get your place and listen to our new hum…
This evening, the Foreign Office is showing the film telling the story of the political prisoner Zarganar, a fierce critic of the regime in Burma and its most popular comedian. You can follow the event live on Twitter via @F…
"Daw Aung San Suu Kyi's arbitrary detention for most of the last 20 years has been deeply unjust. Her fortitude in the face of this outrage has been inspirational."
Foreign Secretary William Hague described the release of a number of political prisoners in Burma as an encouraging first step.
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