Canada Calls upon Burmese Regime to Engage in Dialogue with Democratic Opposition

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September 24, 2007
No. 129
The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following
statement on the continuing protests in Burma:
“This past week, thousands of protesters took to the streets across Burma to protest
against the Burmese regime. These protests continue to grow in strength. Canada
notes the actions of these peaceful protesters and calls upon the Burmese regime to
engage in a genuine dialogue with members of the democratic opposition. We also call
upon the Burmese authorities to respect the human rights and fundamental freedoms of
the protestors and the people of Burma.
“Many of the pro-democracy activists arrested following anti-government protests in
August remain detained. Canada condemns the arrests and continues to call for the
immediate and unconditional release of those activists. We further call upon the
Government of Burma to release all other political prisoners, including Aung San Suu
Kyi.
“Canada will continue to stand up for human rights and take principled positions on
important issues to ensure that freedom, democracy and the rule of law—values that
define our country—are respected around the world.”
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