Attempts by the regime to more tightly control assistance to people affected by the recent earthquake have had a chilling effect on volunteer aid efforts in Myanmar’s second largest city.
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Attempts by the regime to more tightly control assistance to people affected by the recent earthquake have had a chilling effect on volunteer aid efforts in Myanmar’s second largest city.
The US, Britain and the EU have all imposed sanctions in response to the crackdown, but so far diplomatic pressure has not persuaded the generals to ease off. The UN Security Council is set to meet for emergency talks on Wednesday.

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