January 1, 2016

US Renews Support for Myanmar's Reforms as Country Turns to China

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — The United States renewed its support for Myanmar’s reforming rulers in a message to celebrate the country’s Independence Day, US Secretary of State John Kerry said in a statement released on Thursday.

"On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I would like to convey my best wishes to the people of Myanmar on your independence day this January 4," Kerry stated.

The US secretary of state also congratulated Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, on holding successful parliamentary elections on November 8. (Courtesy of sputniknews.com)

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