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The United Nations and Western nations have expressed concern over military threats and coups following the election of Myanmar. On Friday, the UN Secretary General described the situation in the country as “very worrying”. Australia, Britain, Canada, the European Union and 12 other countries have issued separate statements urging the Myanmar military to adhere to democratic norms. British news agency Reuters reported.
The National League for Democracy (NLD), led by Aung San Suu Kyi, has retained power after winning a landslide victory in the November 8 elections in Myanmar. This is the country’s second election since a fair and neutral election in 2011, according to international observers reviewing the end of the military regime. However, the army has brought accusations of massive fraud and manipulation in these elections. The Electoral Commission has denied such allegations. This is the first time since the end of the military regime that the civilian government and the army have taken a position.
Talks between the civilian government and the army broke off before parliament began on Monday. A spokesman for the ruling party said pro-military protesters had gathered in two cities. The military says it will take action if complaints about the elections are not resolved. On Tuesday, a military spokesman declined to comment on the coup.
Under the constitution, 25 percent of the seats in parliament are reserved for the military. Faced with such a situation, the army has demanded a proposal based on its complaints about the election before the start of the parliamentary session. On Wednesday, the head of the army, Major General Min Aung Hlang, told military officials that the constitution should be repealed if it is not followed. He recalled the repeal of the Myanmar constitution in the past.
A Western diplomat stationed in Yangon said it was difficult to be sure of the situation because too many people had not spoken to one side (the army). But a blow would have painful consequences. He said that the country is known for past history. As a result, it will be unforgivable. The people of Myanmar may find it unforgivable.
Suu Kyi did not comment publicly on the dispute. An NLD spokesman said party members met with military leaders on Thursday. However, it was not successful. “We have concerns, but it’s not a big thing,” he said.
Spokesperson Mio Niunt said they had previously feared tensions over the NLD’s plans to amend the constitution. The amendment proposes to reduce the power of the army. A police battalion has been deployed in the capital, Naypyidaw. The Supreme Court will hold a preliminary hearing on the charges against the President and the Main Electoral Commission.
The spokesperson said the NLD would not use force in response to the coup.
On Friday, several trucks loaded with protesters gathered with Leca banners against the government and the Electoral Commission. They also had slogans in praise of the army. They were rejected from the court. The police have been deployed here.
NLD legislator Jean Mar Aung said police were patrolling the area around the parliament and that caution was needed. “We can’t imagine anything happening,” he said.
Win Thein, a high-ranking member of the ruling party who spent several years in prison during the military regime, said he was prepared to be arrested. In his words, I am neat and ready. If they come looking for me today.
A youth leader of the NND, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said that many people were genuinely fearful of a return to military rule.
A Myanmar military spokesman declined to comment when contacted by Reuters.
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