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March 22, 2006
As one of the pro-democracy political parties of Burma, DPNS would like to share our main concerns regarding the forthcoming visit of the Envoy of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) to Burma.
We fear that conclusions drawn solely from discussions with the regime will not truly represent the political reality of Burma. Indeed, from past experience, it has been clear that the regime has managed to stall, whitewash and distort the description of political reform processes in the country. We therefore strongly recommend that the Envoy should not undertake this important trip, unless the Envoy has been able to secure guarantees that he will be able to meet privately and independently with key stakeholders in the political reform process, including the NLD.
The NLD has taken steps to moving the political process forward. The most recent initiative of the NLD was a proposal for National Reconciliation, which was put forward to the SPDC on Union Day. This proposal is backed by the Committee Representing People’s Parliament (CRPP) and many of the other political forces. We therefore recommend that this document is used as the basis of discussions with all concerned parties, including the SPDC, when the Envoy visits Burma.
We appreciate the intervention by the ASEAN community on behalf of the people of Burma. The lack of rogress and commitment by the military regime has gone on too long, and the people of Burma have suffered too much. Although, it will be the responsibility of the people of Burma to build a better future, due to the intransigence of the regime, we agree that it is necessary and beneficial to all, for the United Nations Security Council and the ASEAN community to intervene on behalf of the people of Burma to start a process of political reform.
Central Committee
Democratic Party For a New Society (DPNS)
Contact Person: U Aung Moe Zaw (Chairperson) Phone: 66 5 052 2362
