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  • UK statement on Burma

    The UK Government has welcomed the meeting between Aung San Suu Kyi and President Thein Sein on 19 August.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Office to screen human rights film 'This Prison Where I Live'

    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…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Office screens 'This Prison Where I Live'

    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…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary Statement on Aung San Suu Kyi's release

    "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."

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes release of political prisoners in Burma

    Foreign Secretary William Hague described the release of a number of political prisoners in Burma as an encouraging first step.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes UN human rights resolutions on Iran, DPRK and Burma

    The UN General Assembly today voted in favour of the three human rights resolutions by a record majority of votes.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary chooses Burma as his first destination for 2012

    Foreign Secretary William Hague is visiting Burma on 5 and 6 January for talks with political leaders including President Thein Sein, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and representatives of ethnic minorities.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary meets Burmese government in Naypyitaw

    Foreign Secretary William Hague has commented on his meetings with the Burmese Government during his visit to Burma.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary remarks at his press conference in Burma

    Foreign Secretary William Hague concludes first visit to Burma by a UK Foreign Secretary in over 50 years.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • "If reforms continue we are ready to build a new relationship with Burma"

    Foreign Secretary William Hague writes about his historic visit to Burma on 5-6 January.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes release of political prisoners in Burma

    Foreign Secretary William Hague: "I am delighted to hear that a significant number of political prisoners in Burma have today been released, including 88 Generation and ethnic leaders."

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Engaging with the Burmese Government

    Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne met with Burmese Ambassador to the UK, His Excellency U Kyaw Myo Htut on 6 February.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary statement on Burma by-elections

    Foreign Secretary William Hague welcomes the results from the elections and the progress they represent.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Prime Minister to visit Burma

    British Ambassador to Burma Andy Heyn writes ahead of the historic visit of Prime Minister David Cameron to Burma. With a water festival in full swing, he hopes his visitor won't be drenched along the way.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes the swearing in of National League for Democracy MPs in Burma

    Foreign Secretary welcomes the swearing in of National League for Democracy MPs, including Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, in Burma today

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Office Minister calls on all parties to end violence in western Burma

    Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne 'deeply concerned' by ongoing violence

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary meets Aung San Suu Kyi

    Foreign Secretary William Hague welcomed Aung San Suu Kyi to the Foreign Office today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary stresses need to end violence in Burma

    Foreign Secretary William Hague spoke about ongoing violence in Burma.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK welcomes greater press freedom in Burma and Rakhine State investigation

    Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt described this as an important time in Burma's transition as it works towards the goal of free and independent media and the establishment of full democracy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes release of political prisoners in Burma

    Foreign Secretary William Hague described the release of political prisoners as another positive step towards the country's return to democracy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government