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Barack Obama: “The United States looks forward to being a friend and partner of the new Government and the people of Burma as they make…”

On the recordMarch 29, 2016
The United States looks forward to being a friend and partner of the new Government and the people of Burma as they make progress toward building a more inclusive, peaceful, and prosperous future.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Statement the Inauguration of Htin Kyaw as President of Burma

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