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Statement on support of Buddhist monks led demonstration in Burma
By Mon Canadian Society (September 27, 2007)
With mounting protests in Burma, the ruling military junta has reacted with unwarranted and ferocious assaults on the unarmed demonstrators. Violent confrontations have taken place in several locations in Rangoon, Mandalay and other cities. Several peaceful demonstrators -- mainly Buddhist monks, nuns and students -- have been held.
The unrest started three weeks ago when Buddhist monks and nuns began marching and reciting the “Parita Sutta” (the Buddha’s words of kindness) and requesting the military to respect the will of the people who suffered from hardship under the present military regime.
As the nonviolent protest have gained momentum and spread out through country wide and civilians have started to join with the monks, they have vowed to continue their demonstrations until their demands are fulfilled. However, the Buddhist monks, nuns and civilians have been beaten by riot police who have fired teargas canisters and live bullets at them. Since a curfew was ordered, the killing will escalate, as the demonstrators will not back down.
With regard to the critical situation in Burma, on behalf of all the common people in Burma, we urge:
Canadians and international community to show solidarity with the peaceful demonstrators who are selflessly sacrificing for the good cause of human being
The military regime to immediately stop the violent crackdown against the peaceful demonstrators who exercise their rights to freedom of expression and assembly.
The military regime to engage in a dialogue with democratic leaders and ethnic nationalities to achieve national reconciliation
The UNSC (United Nations Security Council) to immediately intervene and host a multiple party talks on Burma.
The international governments to push Burma’s neighbours, China, India and ASEAN to pressure the military regime to restore peace and democracy in Burma.
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