The United States is expected to announce today an extension of its economic and military sanctions against Myanmar, with some revisions, in line with recommendations by the new civilian-led government, according to Western diplomats in Yangon and reports from Washington. Sanctions are also likely to feature on the agenda when Secretary of State John Kerry […]
State counselor silent on sanctions
May 18, 2016 by Thiha
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Business lobby calls for U.S. to drop sanctions on Myanmar
May 17, 2016 by Thiha
WASHINGTON — The U.S. business lobby says it is high time to drop the remaining U.S. sanctions on Myanmar, but human rights activists and U.S. lawmakers say not so fast. Former political prisoner Aung San Suu Kyi is now running the government after winning elections. Still, the military continues to wield considerable power. That poses […]
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US to renew most Myanmar sanctions with changes to aid business
May 16, 2016 by Thiha
WASHINGTON: The United States plans to renew the bulk of its sanctions against Myanmar when they expire next week, but will make some changes aimed at boosting investment and trade, according to several senior U.S. officials and congressional aides. An announcement on extending much of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, or IEEPA, could come […]
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