Secretary-General Disappointed Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s Appeal

 

against House Arrest Again Rejected

 

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon:

The Secretary-General is disappointed to learn that Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s appeal against her continued house arrest was again rejected today.  The Secretary-General reiterates his call for the release of all political prisoners and their free participation in the political process.  These are essential steps for national reconciliation and democratic transition in Myanmar.

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