"The government is elected by the people, and it has to respect people?s will" (speech by President Thein Sein to the Hluttaws 30 September 2011)

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Deals mainly with energy policy and announces the suspension of the Myitsone dam..."...As our government is elected by the people, it is to respect the people?s will. We have the responsibility to address public concerns in all seriousness. So construction of Myitsone Dam will be suspended in the time of our government. Other hydropower projects that pose no threat will be implemented through thorough survey for availability of electricity needed for the nation..."

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"The New Light of Myanmar" 1 October 2011

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2011-10-01

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2011-10-01

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