restoration of democracy in myanmar

Wednesday, July 27, 2005

Lok Sabha

The Minister of State for External Affairs, Shri E. Ahamed told the Lok Sabha today that the Government of India has consistently supported the process of dialogue, political reform and national reconciliation in Myanmar. We have offered Myanmar assistance in building constitutional institutions and a democratic polity. We have not sought the assistance of any regional grouping in this regard. The Government of Myanmar has assured us of its commitment to building a modern, democratic state suited to Myanmar’s needs and conditions.

The Minister was replying to a question by Sh. M.K. Subba.

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