UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has congratulated Htin Kyaw for being elected as Myanmar's first civilian President in over five decades and expressed hope that the country will continue to be on the path of democracy and national reconciliation.
Following the historic national polls last November, Ban congratulated Kyaw, elected by the Myanmar Parliament.
"He welcomes this as a significant achievement towards advancing the democratic reforms ushered in by the outgoing Government," a statement issued by Ban's spokesperson said.
"The Secretary-General hopes the people of Myanmar will continue steadfastly on the path of democracy and national reconciliation and, at this defining moment of transition, calls upon President-elect U Htin Kyaw, as well as all other significant stakeholders, to work inclusively towards a smooth and peaceful consolidation of unity and stability in the country," it added. (Courtesy of Business Standard News)
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