| Date |
State/Organization |
Summary |
| 2007-08-22 |
US |
The US State Department condemned the arrest of Min Ko Naing, Ko Ko Gyi, and other pro-democracy activists on 22 August for organizing peaceful demonstrations against fuel price hikes and called for their immediate release, an end to the regime’s intimidation of the people, dialogue with democracy leaders and ethnic groups, the release all political prisoners, including Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, an end to military attacks and human rights abuses against civilians in ethnic nationality areas, and lifting restrictions on humanitarian organizations in Burma.
US State Department(22 Aug 07) Arrest of Pro-Democracy Activists in Burma |
| 2007-08-22 |
Canada |
Canada condemned the detention of the leaders of the 88 Generation Students Group, including, Min Ko Naing, Ko Gyi and Kyaw Min Yuu and called for their immediate and unconditional release. Canada urged officials to respect the human rights and fundamental freedoms of citizens and called for the release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and all other political prisoners and genuine dialogue with members of the democratic opposition.
DFAIT (22 Aug 07) Canada condemns detention of prominent Burmese pro-democracy activists |
| 2007-08-22 |
UK |
The British government condemned the detention of 88 Generation student leaders related to recent protests, supported their call for the restoration of democracy and genuine political dialogue, and urged the SPDC to free them immediately.
FCO – UK (22 Aug 07) Burma: Arrests of Democracy Activists |
| 2007-08-23 |
UN |
UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon, warned the SPDC to exercise maximum restraint in responding to any demonstrations.
UN News Center (23 Aug 07) Concerned over Myanmar arrests, Secretary-General calls for restraint, dialogue |
| 2007-08-24 |
Ireland |
Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dermot Ahern, condemned the 22 August detention of 13 democracy activists in Burma from the 88 Generation. He called for the release of all political prisoners in Burma and urged the SPDC to make the National Convention more inclusive.
Irish DFA (24 Aug 07) Minister Condemns Detention of Democracy Activists in Burma |
| 2007-08-24 |
Sweden |
Sweden condemned the arrest of pro-democracy activists related to recent demonstrations and called for their immediate release. Sweden urged the regime to release all political prisoners and to engage in a genuine dialogue with democratic opposition groups.
Swedish Ministry For Foreign Affairs (24 Aug 07) Statement by Swedish Minister for Foreign Affairs Carl Bildt on recent developments in Burma |
| 2007-08-24 |
Czech Republic |
The Czech Republic called for the immediate release of the activists arrested relating to the protests of 21 and 22 August and all political prisoners, including Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. The Czech Republic strongly condemned the arrest of the Burmese democratic activists and supported their efforts leading to the restoration of democracy and political dialogue.
Czech Republic MFA (24 Aug 07) Statement of the MFA on the Arrest of Burma Activists |
| 2007-08-26 |
UN |
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Louise Arbour, expressed concern over the SPDC’s arrest of student leaders and other protesters. Ms. Arbour called on the SPDC to immediately release those detained and engage in consultation and dialogue with the demonstrators on their concerns.
UNHCHR (26 Aug 07) United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights urges the Myanmar authorities to release student leaders and other protesters |
| 2007-08-27 |
UN |
UN warned that fuel price hikes in Burma could worsen the country's precarious economic situation.
AP (27 Aug 07) United Nations warns fuel price hikes could worsen Myanmar's economic situation |
| 2007-08-28 |
EU |
The EU condemned the detention of peaceful protesters, including 88 Generation students, and urged the SPDC to release Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, opposition leaders and political prisoners, and to engage in dialogue.
EU External Relations (25 Aug 07) CFSP Statement: Declaration by the Presidency on behalf of the EU |
| 2007-08-28 |
ASEAN |
ASEAN voiced concern over unrest.
Reuters (28 Aug 07) S.E. Asian nations concerned over Myanmar unrest |
| 2007-08-29 |
US |
Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Tom Lantos, and Senators Mitch McConnell and Dianne Feinstein urged the US Department of State to call on the UN Security Council to hold an emergency meeting on human rights violations in Burma.
AP (29 Aug 07) U.S. senators ask State Department to arrange U.N. Security Council session on Myanmar |
| 2007-08-30 |
US |
US President, George W. Bush, condemned arrests, harassment, and assaults on pro-democracy activists for organizing or participating in peaceful demonstrations. Bush called for an end to intimidation of citizens promoting democracy and human rights, the release of all political prisoners, including Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, and lifting restrictions on humanitarian organizations.
AFP (30 Aug 07) Bush condemns Myanmar junta for crackdown |
| 2007-08-31 |
UN |
UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Burma, Paulo Sérgio Pinheiro, deplored the arrests of the peaceful protesters and appealed for their immediate release.
UN News Center (31 Aug 07) Myanmar: UN human rights experts calls for immediate release of protesters |
| 2007-09-02 |
UK |
UK Prime Minster, Gordon Brown, backed calls for the UN Security Council to examine the situation in Burma as soon as possible.
Reuters (02 Sep 07) Brown calls on Myanmar to free protesters |
| 2007-09-05 |
US |
US President, George W. Bush, accused the SPDC of “inexcusable” and “tyrannical behavior” in arresting peaceful demonstrators.
AP (05 Sep 2007) Bush says Myanmar’s behavior is ‘inexcusable’ |
| 2007-09-06 |
EU |
EU Commissioner Viviane Reding told the European Parliament that Burma’s military regime is a threat to the people of Burma and the region.
Reuters (06 Sep 07) EU calls rights violations in Myanmar a scandal |
| 2007-09-07 |
China |
Foreign Ministry said that China hoped to see reconciliation and improvement in the situation in Burma.
Reuters (07 Sep 07) China says wants reconciliation in Myanmar |
| 2007-09-07 |
US |
US President, George W. Bush, urged the SPDC to stop intimidating its citizens who are promoting democracy and human rights.
VOA (06 Sep 07) Bush Urges Burma to Stop Intimidating Citizens |
| 2007-09-11 |
US |
US State Department expressed concern about the well-being of more than 150 Burmese citizens jailed since the demonstrations began on 19 August.
AP (12 Sep 07) US urges Myanmar to provide access to political prisoners |
| 2007-09-13 |
China |
China’s State Councilor, Tang Jiaxuan, said that Burma should actively promote national reconciliation.
Xinhua (13 Sep 07) China voices support for Myanmar's democracy process |
| 2007-09-13 |
US |
During the 6th session of the Human Rights Council, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Louise Arbour, expressed growing concern regarding the suppression of peaceful protests and urged the authorities to release detainees and political prisoners and ensure respect for fundamental rights.
UN Special Rapporteur for human rights in Burma, Paulo Sergio Pinheiro, issued a statement asserting the brutal arrests of more than 150 people since the beginning of the protests should not be tolerated by the international community. Ambeyi Ligabo and Leandro Despouy, who serve respectively as special rapporteurs on freedom of speech and judicial independence, co-authored the statement.
AFP (14 Sep 07) Myanmar under fire from UN rights chief over jailed protesters |
| 2007-09-20 |
US |
US Ambassador to the UN, Zalmay Khalilzad, said that the crisis in Burma posed a threat to regional peace and stability.
AFP (21 Sep 07) US, Britain urge Myanmar to accept early visit by UN envoy |
| 2007-09-20 |
UN |
UN Special Advisor on Burma, Ibrahim Gambari, told the UN Security Council that the military regime's crackdowns raised "serious concerns."
AP (20 Sep 07) Opponents of military rule show strength, as thousands join monks on |
| 2007-09-22 |
UK |
UK Foreign Secretary, David Miliband, called for a robust international response to the situation in Burma.
Britishembassy.gov.uk (22 Sep 07) : David Miliband comments on the situation in Burma |
| 2007-09-23 |
Indonesia |
Indonesian Legislators' Myanmar Caucus Chairman, Djoko Susilo, called on President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono to direct the UN General Assembly's attention to the mounting tension in Burma so as to press the military junta to restore democracy.
Jakarta Post (24 Sep 07) President asked to bring Myanmar issue to the front at UN assembly |
| 2007-09-23 |
ASEAN |
ASEAN Secretary-General, Ong Keng Yong spoke out against “strong action” from authorities the possibility of protests becoming “a big confrontation.”
AP (23 Sep 07) ASEAN leader appeals for restraint amid Myanmar’s growing anti-government protests |
| 2007-09-23 |
International |
The Dalai Lama offered his support to the monks leading public demonstrations against the SPDC, expressing solidarity with them and the people of Burma. He appealed to Buddhist members of Burma’s military regime to act in accordance with the Dharma in the spirit of compassion and nonviolence.
Irrawaddy (24 Sep 07) Dalai Lama Supports Burmese Monks; South African Churches Send Encouragement |
| 2007-09-23 |
US |
US Secretary of State, Condoleezza Rice, denounced Burma's military junta as "brutal" and said Washington was closely monitoring the situation.
AFP (23 Sep 07) US denounces 'brutality' of Myanmar regime |
| 2007-09-23 |
Ireland |
Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dermot Ahern, praised the leaders of protests in Burma for their dignity and courage.
Irish Times (24 Sep 07) Minister praises dignity of Burma protests |
| 2007-09-24 |
Canada |
Canada Foreign Minister, Maxime Bernier, called upon the SPDC to engage in a genuine dialogue with the democratic forces.
AFP (25 Sep 07) Bush to announce new sanctions against Myanmar regime |
| 2007-09-24 |
Germany |
Germany’s Foreign Ministry called for the release of detained demonstrators and Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.
Deutch Welle (24 Sep 07) Berlin Expresses Sympathy for Protests in Myanmar |
| 2007-09-24 |
Singapore |
Singapore’s Foreign Ministry expressed concern over the latest developments in Burma.
AFP (24 Sep 07) Singapore “concerned” over Myanmar protests |
| 2007-09-24 |
AIPMC |
AIPMC called for the UN Security Council to pass a resolution on Burma and take steps to intervene in the crisis.
AIPMC (24 Sep 07) Prevent bloodshed of the innocent and the revered in Burma |
| 2007-09-24 |
UN |
UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon, said he hoped the recent wave of peaceful protests in Burma would spur dialogue between the SPDC and all relevant parties on promoting national reconciliation, the restoration of democracy, and full respect for human rights.
UN News (24 Sep 07) Myanmar protests should spur national dialogue, Ban Ki-moon |
| 2007-09-24 |
France |
France warned the SPDC that it would be held accountable if it cracks down on protesters.
AFP (24 Sep 07) France warns Myanmar junta against crackdown |
| 2007-09-25 |
US |
US President, George W. Bush, announced that the US would tighten financial sanctions against the SPDC’s senior leaders.
White House Press Release (25 Sep 07) Fact Sheet: “Burma”: Calling for Human Dignity and Democracy |
| 2007-09-25 |
Japan |
Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement calling for restraint and asking the regime to consider “the wishes expressed in the protests” and make “since efforts including dialogue for national reconciliation.”
Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (25 Sep 07) Statement on the Current Situation in Myanmar |
| 2007-09-25 |
Philippines |
Philippines’ Foreign Secretary, Alberto Romulo, said the SPDC should immediately implement promised democratic reforms and avoid greater international isolation.
AFP (26 Sep 07) Romulo: Time for change in Myanmar |
| 2007-09-25 |
France |
France’s Foreign Ministry summoned the SPDC’s representative in Paris to express its concern about the situation in the country and to warn against any violent repression of pro-democracy protests.
Reuters (25 Sep 07) France calls in Myanmar envoy over protests |
| 2007-09-26 |
Philippines |
Philippines’ Senate adopted a resolution urging the UN Security Council, the EU, and ASEAN to end Burma’s military junta’s repression on its people.
Senate of the Philippines (26 Sep 07) Resolution No. 19 adopted September 26, 2007 |
| 2007-09-26 |
UN |
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Louise Arbour, expressed concerns about the well-being and safety of the demonstrators. She also urged the SPDC to allow the peaceful expression of dissent and to abide by international human rights law in their response to the current protests.
UN News (26 Sep 07) Ban Ki-moon dispatches Myanmar envoy to region amid continuing tensions |
| 2007-09-26 |
US |
US Secretary of State, Condoleezza Rice, urged the regime to stop the use of violence against peaceful people and initiate a dialogue on reconciliation.
AP (27 Sep 07) UNSC Concerned About Myanmar Crackdown |
| 2007-09-26 |
AIPMC |
AIPMC President, Zaid Ibrahim, said that the reaction of SPDC authorities towards the peaceful protesters is totally unacceptable. The AIPMC called on the regime to immediately cease the use of harmful means to disperse demonstrators.
AIPMC (26 Sep 07) Stop violence against peaceful protesters immediately |
| 2007-09-26 |
Japan |
Japan warned it would continue to refrain from major aid projects in Burma.
AFP (26 Sep 07) Japan warns Myanmar on aid, appeals for calm |
| 2007-09-26 |
G-8 |
Foreign Ministers from the G-8 called on the SPDC to enter into a dialogue with the religious groups and democratic forces. The group also called for an immediate end to the ongoing violence and warned the SPDC that they would be held "personally responsible" for their actions.
Bangkok Post (27 Sep 07) UN voices concern, but no action on Burma |
| 2007-09-26 |
Canada |
Canada’s Foreign Minister, Maxime Bernier, condemned the use of deadly force by the military and police against the monks and other protesters.
National Post (Canada) (26 Sep 07) UN body split on response to Myanmar violence |
| 2007-09-26 |
Spain |
Spain’s Foreign Ministry urged maximum restraint from SPDC authorities and warned that any extended crackdown could have very serious consequences.
AFP (26 Sep 07) World puts Myanmar on notice over protest crackdown |
| 2007-09-26 |
China |
China’s Ambassador to the UN, Wang Guangya, said that China wished to see stability, mutual reconciliation, and progress towards democracy in Burma.
AP (27 Sep 07) UNSC Concerned About Myanmar Crackdown |
| 2007-09-26 |
UN |
UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon, announced that he would send Ibrahim Gambari to Burma in response to the deteriorating situation.
UN News Center (26 Sep 07) Secretary-General dispatches special envoy as Myanmar situation deteriorates |
| 2007-09-26 |
UN Security Council |
UN Security Council Chairman, Ambassador Jean-Maurice Ripert of France, on behalf of the Council, urged restraint, especially from the military regime, and expressed support for the decision to send an envoy.
VOA (26 Sep 07) UN Security Council Urges Restraint Against Burmese Protesters |
| 2007-09-26 |
India |
India’s Ministry of External Affairs said it was closely monitoring the situation in Burma and hoped all parties would resolve the problems through a meaningful dialogue.
Mizzima News (26 Sep 07) At last India voices concern over Burma turmoil |
| 2007-09-26 |
Russia |
Russia’s Foreign Ministry called on all sides to “exercise restraint” while asserting the situation in Burma did not threaten international or regional peace and security.
Reuters (26 Sep 07) Russia warns against pressure on Myanmar |
| 2007-09-26 |
EU |
In a joint statement, the EU and US said they were “deeply troubled” by reports that SPDC forces fired on demonstrators and arrested monks.
AFP (27 Sep 07) Global outrage over Myanmar protest crackdown |
| 2007-09-26 |
Singapore |
Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed concern regarding clashes between protestors and security forces, urged authorities to exercise restraint, and called for a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore (26 Sep 07) Singapore Statement on the situation in Myanmar |
| 2007-09-26 |
US |
In a joint statement, the EU and US said they were “deeply troubled” by reports that SPDC forces fired on demonstrators and arrested monks.
AFP (27 Sep 07) Global outrage over Myanmar protest crackdown |
| 2007-09-27 |
New Zealand |
New Zealand Prime Minister, Helen Clark, urged SPDC authorities to respect the rights of their citizens and stop using violence.
Reuters (27 Sep 07) PM condemns violence in Myanmar |
| 2007-09-27 |
Thailand |
Thai Prime Minster, Surayud Chulanont, said that violence against Buddhist monks and other demonstrators was unacceptable.
UN News Center (27 Sep 07) Myanmar’s transition to democracy must be peaceful, Thai leader tells UN |
| 2007-09-27 |
ASEAN |
ASEAN Foreign Ministers expressed their revulsion to SPDC Foreign Minister Nyan Win over reports that demonstrations in Burma were being suppressed by violence.
AFP (28 Sep 07) ASEAN voices 'revulsion' over Myanmar crackdown |
| 2007-09-27 |
EU |
EU diplomats agreed to consider imposing more sanctions on members of Burma’s military regime.
Reuters (28 Sep 07) EU summons Myanmar envoy to warn of more sanctions |
| 2007-09-27 |
France |
French President, Nicolas Sarkozy, urged French businesses, including oil company Total, to freeze investments in the country and called for the swift adoption of UN sanctions.
AFP (27 Sep 07) Global outrage over Myanmar protest crackdown |
| 2007-09-27 |
Australia |
Australia’s Prime Minster, John Howard, said that Australia would tighten existing visa restrictions on regime officials and was also examining the adoption of some targeted financial sanctions on regime officials.
Australian (27 Sep 07) No trade sanctions on Burma: PM |
| 2007-09-27 |
Singapore |
Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement saying, welcoming the decision to send UN Special Envoy, Ibrahim Gambari, to Burma.
Irrawaddy (27 Sep 07) Asean countries voice concern over Burma’s crackdown |
| 2007-09-27 |
US |
US Treasury Department froze the assets of 14 top SPDC officials.
US President, George W. Bush, called on China to use its influence with Burma’s junta to encourage it to peacefully transition to democracy. A White House spokesman said that the SPDC must stop violence against peaceful protesters.
Bloomberg (27 Sep 07) U.S. Treasury Blocks Assets of Top Myanmar Officials; Telegraph (28 Sep 07) George Bush urges China to pressure Burma; Daily Times (28 Sep 07) Myanmar must halt crackdown: US |
| 2007-09-27 |
Japan |
Japan said it would summon the SPDC ambassador to protest the regime’s use of deadly force against protesters.
Reuters (27 Sep 07) Asia worries about instability in Myanmar |
| 2007-09-28 |
UK |
UK Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, condemned the use violence against the unarmed protesters.
AFP (28 Sep 07) British PM says Myanmar violence ‘must cease’ |
| 2007-09-28 |
UN |
The UN Human Rights Council called an emergency session to examine the crisis unfolding in Burma.
VOA (28 Sep 07) UN Rights Council Calls Emergency Session On Burma |
| 2007-09-28 |
AIPMC |
AIMPC called for the expulsion of Burma from ASEAN.
AIPMC (28 Sep 07) ASEAN should expel Myanmar if violence continues |
| 2007-09-28 |
Philippines |
Philippines President, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, called on the SPDC to act in its own best interests by restoring democracy without further delay.
Inquirer.net. (28 Sep 07) Arroyo urges Myanmar to takes steps toward democracy |
| 2007-09-28 |
Japan |
Japanese Prime Minister, Yasuo Fukuda, and Chinese President, Hu Jintao, agreed to work together to find a solution to the Burma crisis.
AP (28 Sep 07) Japan, China agree to cooperate on Myanmar |
| 2007-09-28 |
China |
Japanese Prime Minister, Yasuo Fukuda, and Chinese President, Hu Jintao, agreed to work together to find a solution to the Burma crisis.
AP (28 Sep 07) Japan, China agree to cooperate on Myanmar |
| 2007-09-30 |
China |
Chinese Prime Minister, Wen Jiabao, expressed hopes that stability, national reconciliation, and democracy would be achieved as soon as possible in Burma through peaceful means.
Bloomberg (30 Sep 07) China Backs End to Myanmar Violence; UN Envoy Arrives |
| 2007-09-30 |
Vatican |
Pope Benedict XVI expressed serious concern about the situation in Burma.
AP (30 Sep 07) Pope expresses hope for peaceful solution in Myanmar |
| 2007-10-01 |
Singapore |
Singapore’s Prime Minister, Lee Hsien Loong, expressed ASEAN leaders’ deep concerns over the very grave situation in Burma in a letter to SPDC Senior-General Than Shwe.
CNA (01 Oct 07) PM Lee expresses deep concerns over Myanmar |
| 2007-10-01 |
India |
Indian Army chief, Deepak Kapoor, said that the bloody crackdown by Burma’s military junta against peaceful protesters was an “internal matter.”
AFP (01 Oct 07)New Indian army chief calls Myanmar crackdown ‘internal matter’ |
| 2007-10-01 |
UK |
Britain's opposition Conservative Party called for the international community to keep up pressure on Burma's regime.
AP (01 Oct 07) Britain's Conservatives call for greater action on Myanmar |
| 2007-10-01 |
India |
India’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Pranab Mukherjee, conveyed India's concern over the situation in Burma to his SPDC counterpart, Nyan Win. Mukherjee suggested that the SPDC consider undertaking an inquiry into the use of force during the crackdown.
Hindu (03 Oct 07) India asks Myanmar to consider a probe into crackdown |
| 2007-10-01 |
US |
US expressed serious concerns about "continued reports of violence and intimidation" in Burma.
AFP (date) US: 'Great concern' over violence in Myanmar |
| 2007-10-01 |
India |
India’s main opposition party, the Bharatiya Janata Party, deplored the SPDC Army’s repression of peaceful demonstrators.
Mizzima (02 Oct 07) BJP joins Congress in deploring Burma violence |
| 2007-10-02 |
UN |
UN Special Advisor on Burma, Ibrahim Gambari, met with SPDC leader, Senior-General Than Shwe,. According to UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, Gambari, delivered a 'strong message' to Burma’s regime about their crackdown on pro-democracy protests.
AP (03 Oct 07) U.N. Envoy Ends Mission to Myanmar; Forbes (03 Oct 07) UN chief says 'strong message' delivered to Myanmar rulers |
| 2007-10-02 |
Australia |
Australia refused to accept the SPDC nominee for Ambassador.
AP (02 Oct 07) Australia rejects Myanmar's nominee for ambassador because he's a general |
| 2007-10-02 |
AIPMC |
ASEAN lawmakers called for Burma’s expulsion from ASEAN.
Bangkok Post (03 Oct 07) Talk, no progress on Burma |
| 2007-10-02 |
Switzerland |
Swiss Ambassador to the UN in Geneva, Blaise Godet, demanded the immediate release of peaceful protestors and political prisoners in Burma and condemned the “violent repression” of protests.
Swissinfo (02 Oct 07) Myanmar in dock at UN rights body |
| 2007-10-02 |
Japan |
Japan issued a protest to the SPDC over killing of Japanese journalist and called for an end to the repression of peaceful demonstrators.
AP (02 Oct 07) Japanese envoy demands Myanmar stop |
| 2007-10-02 |
UN |
UN Human Rights Council unanimously adopted a resolution that strongly deplored continued violent repression of peaceful demonstrators in Burma.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Louise Arbour said that the SPDC must be held to account for its “shocking response” to peaceful opposition protests.
UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Burma, Paulo Sergio Pinheiro, called for the immediate and unconditional release of all detainees and political prisoners, including Daw Aung Sang Suu Kyi, condemned the use of deadly force by the security forces, and called upon the SPDC to desist from such brutal measures and to cooperate with the efforts of the international community. He decried the recent media black-out and cutting of internet access as “a further example of the intolerable and oppressive means used by the authorities” and urged the Human Rights Council to seek detailed information on the number of people killed and injured from the SPDC.
Bloomberg (02 Oct 07) Myanmar Draws Fire From China, Russia on UN Panel; AP (02 Oct 07) EU urges UN rights council to condemn Myanmar in emergency session |
| 2007-10-02 |
US |
US House of Representatives adopted a resolution calling for the release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and an immediate halt to attacks against civilians.
AFP (02 Oct 07) US eager for UN envoy report on Myanmar |
| 2007-10-02 |
UK |
Member of the European Parliament, Glyn Ford of Britain, said that Burma’s deadly crackdown on mass protests posed a major obstacle to a proposed free trade agreement between the EU and ASEAN.
AFP (02 Oct 07) Myanmar crackdown ‘obstacle’ to EU-ASEAN free trade pact |
| 2007-10-03 |
EU |
EU member states agreed to impose new sanctions on the SPDC.
DPA (03 Oct 07) EU members agree on tougher sanctions on Myanmar |
| 2007-10-04 |
US |
US First Lady, Laura Bush, condemned Burma’s military regime's violent crackdown on pro-democracy protesters and called on the SPDC to relinquish power.
Bloomberg (04 Oct 07) Laura Bush Condemns Myanmar Violence, Says Junta Must Step Down |
| 2007-10-05 |
UN |
UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon, told the UN Security Council that the use of force to put down peaceful protests in Burma was “abhorrent and unacceptable” and that the SPDC must release those it had arrested and start a dialogue with political opponents.
NYT (06 Oct 07) U.N. Chief calls crackdown in Myanmar ‘abhorrent’ |
| 2007-10-05 |
International |
Over twenty foreign dignitaries, including the former heads of state of France, Ireland, the Philippines, Norway, Brazil and Finland issued a joint letter to Chinese President Hu Jintao urging support for a “peaceful and inclusive dialogue for national reconciliation in Burma.”
Oslo Center (05 Oct 07) Global leaders call for dialogue on Burma |
| 2007-10-05 |
Singapore |
Singapore’s Minister Mentor, Lee Kuan Yew, warned that Burma is a ticking "time bomb" for Southeast Asia which the region must help defuse.
AFP (05 Oct 07) Singapore's Lee warns of Myanmar 'time bomb' |
| 2007-10-05 |
India |
India’s Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh, told Philippines President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo that India favored an early release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and desired a fast return to peace in Burma.
Mizzima News (07 Oct 07) India favours release of Suu Kyi: Dr. Singh to Arroyo |
| 2007-10-06 |
UK |
UK Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, said he wanted new EU sanctions to be imposed on Burma, including a ban on future investment in the country.
IHT (06 Oct 07) UK’s Gordon Brown: Britain wants further EU sanctions against Burma |
| 2007-10-06 |
South Africa |
South Africa’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Sue van der Merwe, summoned SPDC Ambassador, Ohn Thwin, to condemn the SPDC's violent repression of peaceful protests.
Star (05 Oct 07) SA makes U-turn on Myanmar debacle; Many now regret SA's earlier Security Council decision |
| 2007-10-07 |
Malaysia |
Malaysia Foreign Minister, Syed Hamid Albar, urged the SPDC to hold unconditional talks with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.
IHT (07 Oct 07) Malaysia urges Myanmar junta to hold unconditional talks with Suu Kyi |
| 2007-10-09 |
New Zealand |
New Zealand’s Members of Parliament unanimously passed a motion condemning the SPDC’s oppression of democracy protesters.
NZPA (09 Oct 07) Parliament unanimously condemns Myanmar |
| 2007-10-09 |
Thailand |
Thai Prime Minster, Surayud Chulanont, sent a letter to SPDC leader, Senior General Than Shwe, to formally express Thailand's disagreement with the recent violence against public demonstrations.
Nation (09 Oct 07) Thailand protest at Burmese crackdown |
| 2007-10-09 |
China |
China’s Foreign Ministry said it did not support UN sanctions against Burma’s junta but favored continued mediation by a UN.
DPA (09 Oct 07) China opposes UN sanctions, supports mediation in Myanmar |
| 2007-10-10 |
Inter-Parliamentary Union |
IPU passed emergency motion that expressed grave concern at the brutal acts of violence by SPDC military and police forces against peaceful protesters.
AP (10 Oct 07) Global lawmakers' assembly condemns Myanmar abuses |
| 2007-10-10 |
New Zealand |
New Zealand’s Prime Minister, Helen Clark, announced that New Zealand had indefinitely postponed talks scheduled with Burma as part of its on-going ASEAN dialogue.
DPA (10 Oct 07) New Zealand postpones ASEAN dialogue with Myanmar |
| 2007-10-11 |
UN |
UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon, said that he would send Ibrahim Gambari back to the Asia for consultations with key governments on efforts to promote talks between the junta and the NLD.
AP (11 Oct 07) UN envoy to Myanmar returning to region |
| 2007-10-11 |
UN Security Council |
UN Security Council issued a statement that "strongly" deplored the SPDC’s repression of pro-democracy demonstrators. It also called for the early release of all political prisoners and remaining detainees. It also called on the SPDC and all other parties concerned to work together towards a de-escalation of the situation and a peaceful solution.
Bangkok Post (12 Oct 07) UN issues weak rebuke of Burma violence |
| 2007-10-11 |
China |
A spokesman with China’s Foreign Ministry stated China believed that the situation in Burma was relaxing and turning in a “positive direction.”
AP (11 Oct 07) China says Burma situation changing for better |
| 2007-10-12 |
ITUC |
ITUC wrote a letter to 430 companies worldwide which have or are suspected to have business links with Burma calling on them to end their business ties with the military junta.
International Trade Union of Confederation Press Release (12 Oct 07) ITUC calls for end of business links with Burma |
| 2007-10-13 |
India |
India’s political party All India Forward Bloc urged India to proactively intervene in the ongoing turmoil in Burma.
Mizzima News (14 Oct 07) Indian left expresses solidarity with Burma, right-wing slams centre |
| 2007-10-15 |
EU |
EU imposed new sanctions on the SPDC, including visa bans and asset freezes on SPDC generals, officials and their relatives, a ban on imports targeting Burma's timber, metals and gemstone sectors, and a study on further measures that could include a ban on all new investment in the country.
DPA (03 Oct 07) EU members agree on tougher sanctions on Myanmar |
| 2007-10-15 |
UN |
UN Special Advisor on Burma, Ibrahim Gambari, told the SPDC to stop arresting dissidents.
Reuters (15 Oct 07) UN envoy calls for end of Burma crackdown |
| 2007-10-15 |
Thailand |
Thailand proposed that the UN organize multiparty talks to bring together Burma's neighbors for discussions with the military junta on resolving the nation's current crisis.
AFP (15 Oct 07) Thailand proposes UN-backed multiparty talks on Myanmar |
| 2007-10-16 |
Japan |
Japan canceled 4.7 million dollars in aid to Burma.
AFP (16 Oct 07) Japan slashes aid to Myanmar over crackdown |
| 2007-10-16 |
AIPMC |
AIPMC supported a global arms embargo on Burma.
AIPMC (16 Oct 07) AIPMC Statement supporting a Global Arms Embargo on Myanmar |
| 2007-10-16 |
New Zealand |
New Zealand MPs decided to form a parliamentary caucus on Burma to exert pressure on the military junta for a peaceful transition to democracy.
Mizzima News(16 Oct 07) New Zealand to step up pressure on Burma |
| 2007-10-16 |
Malaysia |
Malaysia Foreign Minister, Syed Hamid Albar, said that ASEAN would not agree to sanctions or a suspension of Burma from ASEAN as a result of its violent crackdown on protesters.
Straits Times (17 Oct 07) Asean won't agree to sanctions or suspension |
| 2007-10-16 |
China |
China said it was willing to play a "constructive role" in resolving the crisis in Burma.
AP (16 Oct 07) China urges continued calm in Myanmar; says willing to play "constructive role" |
| 2007-10-17 |
Bangladesh |
Bangladesh Foreign Advisor, Iftekhar Ahmed Chowdhury, told an EU representative in Dhaka that Bangladesh did not support EU and US initiatives to impose tougher sanctions on Burma. He also asserted Bangladesh fully supported the efforts of UN Special Advisor on Burma Ibrahim Gambari.
New Age (18 Oct 07) Bangladesh opposes tougher sanctions on Myanmar |
| 2007-10-18 |
UN |
UN Special Advisor on Burma, Ibrahim Gambari, said that incentives could be offered to the SPDC in exchange for democratic reforms.
AP (18 Oct 07) UN envoy says incentives for Myanmar help break deadlock |
| 2007-10-19 |
US |
US President George W. Bush announced tighter sanctions on the SPDC, freezing the assets of 11 more junta leaders and targeting another 12 individuals and entities for sanctions, including two Singaporean companies.
Bush ordered the US Commerce Department to tighten controls on exports to Burma, and measures were implemented that aimed at stopping the US import of gemstones from Burma through third countries.
AFP (19 Oct 07) Bush slaps new sanctions on Myanmar |
| 2007-10-20 |
Singapore |
Singapore’s Foreign Affairs Minister, George Yeo, said that ASEAN planned to use its moral authority to get all political parties in Burma to engage in a genuine dialogue.
CAN (20 Oct 07) ASEAN to use moral authority to get Myanmar parties to talk: George Yeo |
| 2007-10-21 |
Singapore |
Singapore assured UN Special Advisor on Burma Ibrahim Gambari that it would do all it could to support national reconciliation and a political solution in Burma.
VOA News (22 Oct 07) UN Burma envoy meets Singapore officials |
| 2007-10-23 |
ITUC |
ITUC called for workers across the world to boycott companies that do business with Burma's military regime.
IHT (24 Oct 07) Trade unionists call for boycott against businesses that work with Myanmar regime |
| 2007-10-23 |
India |
Indian government said it would aid in Burma’s national reconciliation.
NYT (24 Oct 07) India agrees to help sides reconcile in Myanmar |
| 2007-10-24 |
UN |
UN officials in Rangoon called the peaceful protests in Burma a reflection of deep public frustration at “the every-day struggle to meet basic needs” amid a worsening economic and humanitarian crisis. The UN also urgently appealed for the junta to increase spending on health, education and other social services and to ease restrictions on international charities operating in Burma.
FT (24 Oct 07) UN urges Burma to raise spending |
| 2007-10-24 |
Australia |
Australia applied a ban on financial dealings with 418 SPDC officials and their families and supporters.
Sydney Morning Herald (25 Oct 07) Australia places financial bans on Burma's generals |
| 2007-10-24 |
India |
Sixteen women members of the Indian Senate sent a letter to the Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh, urging his government to press Burma to end its crackdown on pro-democracy campaigners.
Reutuers (25 Oct 07) U.S senators urge Manmohan to get tough on Myanmar |
| 2007-10-24 |
China |
Chinese Foreign Minister, Yang Jiechi, voiced support for efforts by UN Special Advisor on Burma, Ibrahim Gambari, to open talks between the NLD and the ruling junta.
AP (24 Oct 07) Junta urged to talk to opposition |
| 2007-10-24 |
Russia |
Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov warned that sanctions, threats or other forms of pressure on the SPDC risked "aggravating the situation and generating a new crisis."
AP (24 Oct 07) Junta urged to talk to opposition |
| 2007-10-24 |
China |
China’s Assistant Foreign Minister, He Yafei, told UN Special Advisor on Burma, Ibrahim Gambari, that China would fully support his efforts to end the tensions in Burma.
AFP (25 Oct 07) UN envoy on Myanmar upbeat after talks with Chinese |
| 2007-10-25 |
China |
China’s State Councilor, Tang Jiaxuan, told UN Special Advisor on Burma, Ibrahim Gambari, that the issues in Burma had to be appropriately resolved by Burma’s own people and the SPDC through their own efforts of dialogue and consultation.
Reuters (25 Oct 07) China rejects sanctions as UN Myanmar envoy ends talks |
| 2007-10-26 |
Taiwan |
Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that it would establish a task force under the nation's representative office in Thailand to provide help to the people of Burma in striving for democracy.
Taipei Times (27 Oct 07) Ministry announces pro-democracy task force for Myanmar |
| 2007-10-29 |
France |
In an editorial published in Southeast Asian newspapers, French Foreign Minister, Bernard Kouchner, urged China and Southeast Asia to put more pressure on the SPDC to start talks about political reform with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.
Reutuers (29 Oct 07) France's Kouchner proposes Myanmar "incentive" fund |
| 2007-10-30 |
Germany |
Germany and India jointly urged SPDC to release political prisoners and to hold talks with UN.
AP (31 Oct 07) Germany, India urge Myanmar to release political prisoners, hold talks with UN |
| 2007-10-30 |
India |
Germany and India jointly urged SPDC to release political prisoners and to hold talks with UN.
AP (31 Oct 07) Germany, India urge Myanmar to release political prisoners, hold talks with UN |
| 2007-10-31 |
UK |
British MPs called for an investigation into crimes against humanity in Burma.
Asian Tribune (31 Oct 07) British MPs called for an investigation into crimes against humanity in Burma |
| 2008-09-05 |
UN |
UN Special Advisor on Burma, Ibrahim Gambari, said that recent events cannot be seen in any other way than a setback for Burma.
UN News Service (05 Sep 07) Recent steps by Government of Myanmar are ‘setback’ to democracy – UN envoy |
