Canada-Burma relations
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About 233,000 results (August 2017)
Source/publisher:
Various sources via Youtube
Date of entry/update:
2017-08-22
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Websites/Multiple Documents
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Canada-Burma relations
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English, Burmese (မြန်မာဘာသာ)
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"Canadian Friends of Burma is a national non-governmental organization founded in 1991 as an
outcome of a Canadian NGO seminar about Burma.
In partnership with solidarity organizations at home and abroad, CFOB works for the cause of
peace, human rights and democracy in Burma. Its primary objectives are to raise awareness about
the political, human rights and socio-economic conditions in Burma and to encourage more
Canadians to take action in this regard.
CFOB supports Canadian groups engaged in Burma educational activities, produces educational
materials about Burma, and monitors the involvement of Canadian businesses. Accordingly, CFOB
has become an important national locus of NGO and grassroots activity and government relations..."
Date of entry/update:
2003-06-03
Grouping:
Websites/Multiple Documents
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Burma Action Groups, Expatriate Groups, Round Tables etc., Burma democracy movement's international supporters, Canada-Burma relations
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English
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Search for Burma
Date of entry/update:
2010-10-01
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Websites/Multiple Documents
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Canada-Burma relations
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English
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"The NUG expresses its gratitude to Ottawa for their commitment to resolving the ongoing Rohingya and Myanmar crises, and for the dedicated funding which will go to supporting vital medium- and long-term humanitarian assistance projects.
The junta continue to commit brutal war crimes, systematic human rights violations, including torture and rape, and the wholesale destruction of civilian homes. A campaign of terror that has historically been levelled in particular at the Rohingya population and which now all the people of Myanmar are suffering. The military's abuses of the civilian populace are a daily reality and they show no signs of slowing. Every day more people are displaced by the military regime and the need for humanitarian aid is rising day by day. It is essential and urgent that the humanitarian assistance is brought to the affected communities as soon as possible, and in a transparent and reliable manner.
Therefore, while we appreciate all the humanitarian aid and assistance that has so far come to Myanmar, we would like to take this opportunity to once again urge the international community to support the people of Myanmar with humanitarian aid. Together, we hope to return the country to the path of peace and security, democracy and human rights..."
Source/publisher:
Dr. Sasa via Ministry of International Cooperation Myanmar
Date of publication:
2022-06-22
Date of entry/update:
2022-06-22
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Individual Documents
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National Unity Government (NUG), Rohingya (cultural, political etc.), Canada-Burma relations
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"The Rohingya crisis and the political, security, humanitarian and economic crises that followed the February 2021 military coup in Myanmar continue to affect millions of people in Myanmar and Bangladesh. Canada is committed to maintaining a leadership role to help uphold sustainable peace and security, democracy, human rights and accountability. Canada will continue to help support Rohingya refugees, host communities in Bangladesh and the people of Myanmar most affected by these crises.
Today, on World Refugee Day, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced the next phase of Canada’s strategy to respond to the Rohingya and Myanmar crises. Canada has dedicated $288.3 million to this new phase of the strategy over 3 years.
This phase will consolidate our efforts and allow us to transition from immediate crisis response to helping advance durable solutions in Myanmar and addressing the medium- and longer-term needs of refugees and other crisis-affected populations, including in Bangladesh. In line with the Myanmar people’s aspirations, Canada will continue pushing for a restoration of democracy in Myanmar as well as accountability for crimes against the Rohingya and other communities.
To help achieve these objectives, Minister Joly announced her intention to appoint a new Special Envoy on the Rohingya and Myanmar crises who will play a leading role in coordinating with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, the United Nations and other international partners to develop and advance solutions to the interlinked and complex crises in Myanmar and Bangladesh.
The ministers also announced that 16 new development, peace and security projects have received funding through this strategy. Canada will continue to provide life-saving, gender-responsive humanitarian assistance as well. In addition to today’s announcement, Canada has allocated $15.3 million in humanitarian assistance funding in Bangladesh and $10.3 million in Myanmar in 2022 to support experienced humanitarian partners in addressing the immediate needs of the most vulnerable people, including the Rohingya..."
Source/publisher:
Government of Canada
Date of publication:
2022-06-20
Date of entry/update:
2022-06-20
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"December 6, 2021 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on the convictions in the trial of State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and President Win Myint in Myanmar:
“Canada condemns the convictions of Myanmar’s detained, democratically elected civilian leadership, including State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and President Win Myint. Today’s convictions follow trials that met no standard of impartiality and are emblematic of the regime’s blatant disregard for human rights and judicial independence.
“Judicial independence is fundamental to the rule of law and essential for any democratic and accountable government.
“Canada is deeply concerned over recent events in Myanmar, including the regime’s use of lethal force against unarmed and peaceful protestors and civilians, as well as its ongoing arrests and detentions of protestors, politicians, civilians, civil society activists, journalists and pro-democracy leaders. Over the past few days, these events have led to several deaths, injuries and detentions by military forces.
“Canada calls for the release of all those arbitrarily detained, including political prisoners, as well as the immediate cessation of violence. Canada also calls for the utmost restraint to be exercised by all parties.
“Canada reiterates its full support for the ongoing efforts by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Chair’s Special Envoy, in close cooperation with the Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General.”..."
Source/publisher:
Government of Canada
Date of publication:
2021-12-06
Date of entry/update:
2021-12-07
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Individual Documents
Category:
Canada-Burma relations, About Aung San Suu Kyi, Politics and Government - global and regional - general studies, strategies, theory
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"Today I would like to express my most sincere thanks to the Government of Canada for designating 16 individuals and 10 entities with strict sanctions who are supporting the killing of innocent civilians nationwide, most recently in Mindat, Chin State.
I would also like to reiterate my sincere thanks to the People and Government of Canada for standing in solidarity and being a strong voice for the people of Myanmar. I also want to express my gratitude for the efforts of the Canadian Government on coordinating targeted sanctions against key tatmadaw personnel, tatmadaw linked companies and enterprises such as MEC, MGE and MEHL together
with the United States and Great Britain. Additionally, I would like to further thank the Government of Canada for taking a strong leadership role in the UN and G7 summits on behalf of the people of Myanmar, and for the recognition of CRPH and NUG as important voices of many in this nation. The official press release is as follows:
May 17, 2021 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
“The Honourable Marc Gameau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced additional sanctions against 16 individuals and 10 entities under the Special Economic Measures (Burma) Regulations in response to the military’s ongoing brutal repression of the people of Myanmar and their refusal to take steps to restore democracy.
These actions are taken in coordination with the United Kingdom and the United States, and align with measures recently imposed by the European Union. They are also consistent with our G7 commitment to continue to take action should the Tatmadaw fail to reverse its course. This latest step demonstrates our unwavering determination to hold the Tatmadaw accountable and help restore democracy as
demanded by the people of Myanmar. Canada will continue to take additional actions, in coordination with our partners, should the Tatmadaw refuse to reverse course. Canada urges other countries to impose similar measures, including arms embargos. For more than 100 days, the people of Myanmar have demonstrated
impressive resilience and determination in the face of a violent military regime. Canada stands in solidarity with the people of Myanmar and their desire for a peaceful, inclusive and democratic future.
We acknowledge and appreciate the central role of the Association of
Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in responding to the crisis in Myanmar. Canada is ready to work with ASEAN to advance the swift implementation of the 5-point consensus. We urge the Tatmadaw to cooperate unconditionally and immediately with ASEAN and the UN.
“Despite numerous international calls for the Tatmadaw to end its violence against its own people in Myanmar, it is clearly showing its unwillingness to change its course of action. Canada stands ready to lend our support to ASEAN and UN efforts to initiate an inclusive political dialogue to end the crisis and restore democratic, civilian governance. Canada stands with the people of Myanmar as they
continue to fight to restore democracy and freedom in their country and we will not hesitate to take further action.” - Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs” We urge the international communities to help us put more financial pressure on the junta. Ideally, this would come through coordinated international action following
passage of a strong resolution by the UNSC. Unfortunately, that is not likely to happen, so it is critical for all the nations of the world who stand with us to band together in a coordinated campaign of further sanctions that would cut the flow of revenue and weapons sales to this murderous regime. If stricter and tougher sanctions are not imposed right away, it won’t be long before strife and bloodshed break out across this nation as the tatmadaw terrorist forces unleash more inhumane cruelty against innocent and defenseless citizens. We
once again appeal to the International Communities which have the power to end this nightmare - this reign of terror, especially all like-minded free and democratic countries around the world to come together to put targeted, coordinated, stronger sanctions on the murderous regime of the terrorist junta in Myanmar. I am therefore
asking the Government of Canada and the International communities to place sanctions against Myanmar Oil and Gas and all state-owned enterprises as quickly as possible. We once again urge all children and families of the terrorist junta 'SAC' to help end your parent's reign of terror on the 54 million people of Myanmar. Nearly 800
National Heroes, including 52 children have been murdered by your parents. H.E. Dr. Sasa Union Minister of the Ministry of International Cooperation & NUG Spokesperson.."
Source/publisher:
Ministry of International Cooperation Myanmar
Date of publication:
2021-05-18
Date of entry/update:
2021-05-20
Grouping:
Individual Documents
Category:
Canada-Burma relations, Sanctions - general, Economic activities of the Myanmar Military, Business and the Military, Sanctions, 2021 Burma/Myanmar coup d'état
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"The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced additional sanctions against 16 individuals and 10 entities under the Special Economic Measures (Burma) Regulations in response to the military’s ongoing brutal repression of the people of Myanmar and their refusal to take steps to restore democracy.
These actions are taken in coordination with the United Kingdom and the United States, and align with measures recently imposed by the European Union. They are also consistent with our G7 commitment to continue to take action should the Tatmadaw fail to reverse its course. This latest step demonstrates our unwavering determination to hold the Tatmadaw accountable and help restore democracy as demanded by the people of Myanmar. Canada will continue to take additional actions, in coordination with our partners, should the Tatmadaw refuse to reverse course. Canada urges other countries to impose similar measures, including arms embargos.
For more than 100 days, the people of Myanmar have demonstrated impressive resilience and determination in the face of a violent military regime. Canada stands in solidarity with the people of Myanmar and their desire for a peaceful, inclusive and democratic future.
We acknowledge and appreciate the central role of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in responding to the crisis in Myanmar. Canada is ready to work with ASEAN to advance the swift implementation of the 5-point consensus. We urge the Tatmadaw to cooperate unconditionally and immediately with ASEAN and the UN..."
Source/publisher:
Global Affairs Canada
Date of publication:
2021-05-17
Date of entry/update:
2021-05-18
Grouping:
Individual Documents
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Canada-Burma relations, Sanctions - general, ASEAN-Burma relations, Economic activities of the Myanmar Military, Business and the Military, Sanctions
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The causes and solutions to the crisis lie in Myanmar, Benoit Préfontaine said
Description:
"Canada has said they are using all tools at their disposal, including sanctions, against Myanmar leaders and companies as well as diplomatic efforts to help find a solution to Rohingya crisis.
"We fully agree that the causes and solutions to the crisis lie in Myanmar, and this is why we are using all tools at our disposal to help," Canadian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Benoit Préfontaine.
The High Commissioner was addressing a symposium titled “Bangladesh-Canada Relations: Prognosis for Partnership” at a Dhaka hotel organized by Cosmos Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Cosmos Group, as part of its Ambassador’s Lecture Series on Saturday.
Highlighting Canada’s supports over Rohingya issue, Foreign Secretary (Senior Secretary) Md Shahidul Haque, who spoke at the event as the chief guest, termed Bangladesh-Canada relation a trouble-free one which is growing on all fronts, reports UNB.
Chairman of the Cosmos Foundation Enayetullah Khan delivered the welcome speech at the symposium chaired by Dr Iftekhar Ahmed Chowdhury, the Principal Research Fellow at the Institute of South Asian Studies, National University of Singapore, and former foreign affairs Adviser to Bangladesh’s previous caretaker government..."
Source/publisher:
"Dhaka Tribune" (Bangladesh)
Date of publication:
2019-12-07
Date of entry/update:
2019-12-08
Grouping:
Individual Documents
Category:
Arakan (Rakhine) State - reports etc. by date (latest first), Genocide, Discrimination against the Rohingya, Burmese refugees in Bangladesh, Canada-Burma relations
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The case targets systemic violence that forced more than 700,000 Rohingya Muslims to flee their country
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"Canada is supporting a genocide prosecution of the Myanmar government for systemic violence that forced more than 700,000 Rohingya Muslims to flee their country.
Gambia filed the genocide case Monday with the International Criminal Court in The Hague on behalf of the Organization of Islamic Co-operation, a group of 57 Muslim countries.
Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland said in a statement the move will advance accountability for the crime of genocide, which includes mass murder, systemic discrimination, hate speech and sexual and gender-based violence.
The Canadian government will look for ways to support Gambia’s legal efforts, she added. To that end, she said the government will enlist the help of former Liberal interim leader and longtime politician Bob Rae, who also served as Canada’s special envoy to Myanmar..."
Source/publisher:
"Penticton Western News"
Date of publication:
2019-11-11
Date of entry/update:
2019-11-12
Grouping:
Individual Documents
Category:
Canada-Burma relations, Arakan (Rakhine) State - reports etc. by date (latest first), Discrimination against the Rohingya, Genocide, Internal displacement/forced migration of Rohingyas, Burmese refugees in Bangladesh
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"Myanmar’s Government signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MOU’s) and an agreement letter with China at Beijing’s Belt and Road Forum on Thursday, detailing strengthened cooperation between the countries on the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor (CMEC), trade and technology.
According to the Ministry of Information, Myanmar State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and Prime Minister of the People’s Republic of China Li Keqiang were present to witness the signing of the documents.
The ministry’s statement said that a China-Myanmar Economic Corridor cooperation (2019-2030) MOU was signed by Myanmar’s Ministry of Planning and Finance and the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), China’s top economic planning agency.
In September, a 15-point MOU for the CMEC was signed. The economic corridor is set to be part of Beijing’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) which aims to construct basic infrastructure connecting key economic centres in Myanmar..."
Source/publisher:
"Belt & Road News"
Date of publication:
2019-04-27
Date of entry/update:
2019-09-05
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Individual Documents
Category:
“One Belt, One Road” initiative, Burma's economic relations with China, Other Special Economic Zones, Canada-Burma relations
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Chinese investment and tourism are rising fast in the country at a time the US and EU pull back in revulsion at new rights abuses
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"Myanmar’s ethnic turmoil and political uncertainties are keeping Western investors and tourists away, as the Rohingya refugee crisis has once again made the country a pariah byword for grave human rights abuses.
At the same time, China has emerged as the largest investor in Myanmar’s commercial center Yangon, accounting for 65 of 113 approved foreign invested projects in fiscal 2018-19.
Chinese tourist arrivals, guided in part by Beijing’s control of tour groups and Myanmar’s new relaxed visa rules for Chinese visitors, have also skyrocketed, making them far and away the largest national group to visit the country in 2018.
According to a July 26 report in The Irrawaddy, the surge in new Chinese investment has been concentrated in Yangon but is also growing fast in other parts of the country. The report said: ”China is planning to implement multi-billion dollar projects, including a deep seaport, new cities, industrial parks, border economic cooperation zones and high-speed railroad lines under its ambitious Belt and Road Initiative.”
In November, Myanmar signed a Memorandum of Understanding with China which officially established the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor (CMEC), a transport artery that will connect China’s southwestern Yunnan province with the Bay of Bengal, thus giving China an alternative trade route to the congested Malacca Strait..."
Source/publisher:
Asia Times
Date of publication:
2019-07-31
Date of entry/update:
2019-08-01
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Individual Documents
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“One Belt, One Road” initiative, Burma's economic relations with China, Canada-Burma relations, Arakan (Rakhine) State - reports etc. by date (latest first), Burmese refugees in Bangladesh
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INTERPRETATION [1.]
-LIST [2.]
2.Designated person
-PROHIBITIONS [3. - 13.]
3.Export
4.Import
5.Assets Freeze
6.Technical data
7.(1)Investment — property in Burma held by or on behalf of Burma or national of Burma not ordinarily resident in Canada
7.(2)Investment — property held by or on behalf of a person in Burma
7.(3)Property
8.Financial services
9.Docking — ship registered in Burma
10.Docking — ship registered under an Act of Parliament
11.Landing in Canada
12.Landing in Burma
13.Prohibition
-DUTY TO DETERMINE [14.]
14.Determination
-DISCLOSURE [15.]
15.(1)Report
15.(2)Immunity
-APPLICATION TO NO LONGER BE A DESIGNATED PERSON [16.]
16.(1)Petition
16.(2)Decision
16.(3)Presumption
16.(4)Notice
16.(5)New application
-APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE [17.]
17.(1)Mistaken identity
17.(2)Certificate — time frame
-EXCLUSIONS [18. - 19.]
18.Import and export
19.Financial services
-APPLICATION PRIOR TO PUBLICATION [20.]
20.Application
-COMING INTO FORCE [21.]
21.Registration
SCHEDULE
Source/publisher:
Canadian Legal Information Institute
Date of publication:
2007-12-13
Date of entry/update:
2010-10-13
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Individual Documents
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Canada-Burma relations
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English, Francais/ Français
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Canada?s policy on Burma is a direct reflection of the severe problems that the military government has created for its people, and the security concerns that the policies of its leadership and the actions of its armed forces pose for the international community. Foremost among the concerns is the appalling mistreatment of the people of Burma, who are deprived of fundamental human rights and denied a voice in the way they are governed.
Source/publisher:
Government of Canada
Date of publication:
2008-10-00
Date of entry/update:
2010-10-12
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Individual Documents
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Canada-Burma relations
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English
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PROVIDED BY CANADIAN FRIENDS OF BURMA (CFOB) BASED ON FIRST AND SECOND BURMA FORUM REPORTS
Included the OVERVIEW ON CANADA-BURMA RELATIONS.
Source/publisher:
Canadian Friends of Burma
Date of entry/update:
2010-10-12
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Individual Documents
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Canada-Burma relations
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English
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A useful and balanced overview.
FACTS ABOUT BURMA...
BURMA: A CHRONOLOGY...
CHAPTER 1: BACKGROUND TO 1988:
Rise of Nationalism;
Ne Win and Isolationism;
Growth of Heroin Industry...
CHAPTER 2: THE MEN BEHIND THE MASSACRES:
The Ordeal of Aung San Suu Kyi...
CHAPTER 3: THE HUMAN COSTS OF MILITARY RULE:
Refugees;
Political Prisoners;
Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and Forced Relocation;
Forced Labour;
Students and Education;
Political Prisoners;
Freedom of the Press;
The Militarization of Society;
Women Living under a Military Dictatorship;
Political Prisoners...
CHAPTER 4: THE CRIMINAL ECOMONY:
Sectors Complicit with Forced Labour;
Opium, Heroin and a Drug Economy...
CHAPTER 5: FORCED LABOUR AND THE ILO:
ILO Commission of Inquiry, 1998 Report;
Follow-up to the 1998 Report;
CHAPTER 6: GEOPOLITICS AND INTERNATIONAL INFLUENCES:
Neighbouring Countries;
Malaysia,Singapore and ASEA;
Canada and Other International Influences;
The United Nations;
Other National Governments;
How Does Canada Measure Up?;
Civil Society...
CHAPTER 7: CONCLUSIONS:
Canada?s Role;
Development Assistance;
Trade and Investment...
FURTHER READING...
WEB CONNECTIONS.
Clyde Sanger
Source/publisher:
Canadian Friends of Burma
Date of publication:
2002-00-00
Date of entry/update:
2003-07-09
Grouping:
Individual Documents
Category:
Political analysis of Burma and the region, Various rights: reports of violations against several ethnic groups, Canada-Burma relations
Language:
English
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With growing numbers of Canadians falling victim to the burgeoning trade in Burmese heroin ... the country?s lawmakers have started to target Burma?s military junta for its role in undermining security at home and abroad.
Neil Lawrence
Source/publisher:
"The Irrawaddy", Vol. 7. No. 6
Date of publication:
1999-07-00
Date of entry/update:
2003-06-03
Grouping:
Individual Documents
Category:
Canada-Burma relations
Language:
English
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