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The fact is that Burma is a political pariah. Neither the sticks nor the carrots of internation diplomacy seem to be working in getting the Generals to behave. Human rights abuses, economic mismanagement bordering on the comedic and harsh crackdowns on ethnic groups means the Burmese administration remains out in the cold. But does their choice to forego their Chairmanship of ASEAN (due to the embarrassment in would have caused their neighbours and fellow ASEAN members) show that they are becoming succeptible to international pressure. Well, the problem is that forgoing the leadership isn't quite enough for them to be welcomed back into the international community with open arms. They could start with releasing opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi, who is the only recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize to be incarcerated - a fine honour. Perhaps the use of mustard gas in the fight against ethnic insurgencies is a bit over the top too. Oh, and then there's the economy, but let's not get started on that... The fact is that Burma has a long way to go. Their concession to give up the ASEAN chairmanship is a wilting rose in a sea of thorns and well... we don't think Aung San Suu Kyi should be lacing up her jogging shoes just yet. © Copyright 2005 by polosbastards.com |
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