Pak Sahafat – The United Nations expressed concern over the reports of the dissolution of opposition political parties by the Myanmar Election Commission, which was appointed by the country’s army.
According to Pak Sahafat News Agency, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres announced on Thursday local time that he is deeply concerned by the reports of the dissolution of 40 opposition parties, including the National Union for Democracy led by Myanmar’s People’s Leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
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Guterres stated: Any attempt to weaken democratic institutions and processes will only deepen the crisis and delay the return of Myanmar to an inclusive country.
The UN Secretary-General reiterated his call on neighboring countries and other UN member states to urge Myanmar’s military leadership to adhere to inclusive political processes.
Guterres also reiterated his call for the immediate release of all prisoners, including President Win Myint and Aung San Suu Kyi, who have been “arbitrarily” detained.