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BURMESE JUNTA GOES AHEAD WITH REFERENDUM WHILE CYCLONE VICTIMS LANGUISH
Despite the ever-worsening scenario in cyclone-stricken Burma, its military junta proceeded with their plans to hold a referendum on the new constitution, today, May 10, 2008; part of which includes giving immunity to its rulers for any crimes committed.
Urgently needed troops were diverted from the relief effort to give security as the generals staunchly continued to deny entry into Burma for foreign aid workers, especially those from the US. Meanwhile, the electorate was being threatened with 3-year jail sentences if they refuse to vote.
The consensus of opinion is, despite the generals' protestations to the contrary, Burma will be unable to cope with the worsening calamity, lacking the Details ... |
