by Fatihah
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YANGON - More than 12 embassies, including a delegation from the United States (US) and the European Union (EU), today urged Myanmar to abide by democratic norms, joining the United Nations in voicing concerns that a military coup would take place.
Myanmar is only a decade away from 50 years of military rule. The country is now governed under a democratic government that shares power with the military junta.
The newly elected representatives are expected to sit in Parliament on February 1 while security in the capital, Naypyidaw, was tightened today with police installing barbed wire.
The US embassy along with 16 other countries including Britain and the EU delegation issued a statement today urging the military to abide by democratic norms.
"We are looking forward to a peaceful parliamentary session on February 1 and the election of the President and Speaker.
"We oppose attempts to change the election results or affect the democratic transition in Myanmar," the joint statement said. - AFP
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