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Federalism in Burma:
(Sao Seng Suk is the Chairman of the Shan State Constitution Drafting Committee. Following is a literal transcript of the
interview he had with U Aung Htoo and B. K. Sen).
"Do you consider the constitution to be the core issue in a peaceful political settlement in Burma?"
Sao Seng Suk: "Yes, I certainly do. Because all problems arose since Pyidaungzu was established in 1947 from the then
constitution. If all accept democratic constitution, historical problems can be settled peacefully and the country rebuilt according
to constitution, as there will be many kinds of freedom, freedom of expression, freedom of activities, etc."
"What type of Constitution will be viable?"
Sao Seng Suk: "Federal type constitution, federal is suitable for us..."
Source/publisher:
"Legal Issues on Burma Journal" No. 11 (Burma Lawyers? Council)
Date of Publication:
2002-04-00
Date of entry:
2003-06-03
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English
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