Press Releases: On Freedom of Expression in Burma

Press Releases: On Freedom of Expression in Burma
Press Statement

Morgan Ortagus
Department Spokesperson

Washington, DC

April 24, 2019

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Burma’s Supreme Court decision yesterday to uphold the sentencing of Pulitzer-prize winning journalists Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo, despite serious irregularities in the case against them, sends a profoundly negative signal about freedom of expression and the protection of journalists in Burma. In this regard, the United States is deeply concerned by recent arrests of reporters, political activists, civil society members, and satirical performers in Burma. We urge Burma to protect hard-earned freedoms, prevent further backsliding on recent democratic gains, and reunite these journalists with their families.

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Published April 24, 2019 at 06:23PM
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