General malaise

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General Saw Maung's health condition has raised questions regarding his ability to continue serving as Burma's leader. Saw Maung's unstable condition and uncharacteristic behavior are reported to result from diabetes induced by heavy alcohol consumption. The ensuing problem for the State Law and Order Restoration Council (SLORC) is the apparent lack of qualified candidates to succeed Saw Maung before a power struggle can unfold. Of a probability, Burma's next leader will also come from SLORC's ranks. The most apparent choice is General Than Shwe, SLORC's second-in-command and national army chief.

Health aspects, Officials and employees, Burma, Saw Maung, Myanmar. State Law and Order Restoration Council

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General's gambit

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Burma's unexpected release of opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi following six years of imprisonment reflects both international pressure and growing confidence among the military dictatorship. The US Congress was to debate a complete ban on economic contacts the next day, and the July meeting of Asean foreign ministers was a spur. Japan also seems to have played a major role behind the scenes. Burmese tv carried an apparently unedited tape of the event and subsequent visits to Suu Kyi by her supporters.

Political activity, Aung San Suu Kyi, Military government

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Second coming: new wave of Burmese refugees threatens Thailand

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About 70,000 Karen refugees have fled Thailand for refugee camps in Burma where they receive aid from Christian aid groups. Forced relocation of Karen villagers has created an internal refugee problem in Burma estimated at 200,000 to 500,000. No aid is available for these internal refugees, and many are expected to cross the border into Thailand. The Burmese army did not launch a 1993 offensive against the Karens, but a surgical strike against the rebels is a possibility.

Thailand, Emigration and immigration, International relief, Refugees, Burmese, Burmese refugees

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