Publication
29 Apr 2010
On an undisclosed date in 2010, Burma plans to hold its first parliamentary elections in 20 years. The elections are to be held under a new constitution, supposedly approved in a national referendum held in 2008. In late September 2009, the Obama Administration adopted a new policy on Burma. There are signs of concern among Members of Congress about the dearth of progress in Burma towards democracy and greater respect for human rights.
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Author | Michael F Martin |
Series | US Congressional Research Service Reports |
Publisher | Congressional Research Service (CRS) |