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On the recordMay 6, 2013
The United States recognizes the important ongoing reform efforts underway by President Thein Sein, his government, Parliament, and key stakeholders among civil society to build a modern, peaceful, and democratic country.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey acknowledges reforms in Burma and U.S. support for democracy.

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