Call to Action on Myanmar Coup
11/03/2021
Since the Myanmar military seized power in a coup on 1 February, it has responded with a severe crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrators across the country, with dozens killed and thousands arrested. Given the historic abuses committed by the Myanmar military we are seriously concerned about a potentially brutal response. As regional lawmakers, you can help in preventing violence, ensure that democracy is upheld, and the will of the Myanmar people respected.
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