Canadian Delegation Has Resolution Passed on Burmese Democracy at APPF Conference

For the first time in the forum’s history, members of the Asia Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF) discussed the advancement of democracy in Burma today, following the tabling of a proposed resolution by the Canadian Delegation at the APPF conference in Ulannbattor, Mongolia.

The Honourable Bryon Wilfert (MP, Richmond Hill) is Co-Chair of the Canadian delegation and had proposed the resolution, which called on member states to support the principles of democracy in Burma .

“After much discussion and compromise, the conference calls on the Burmese Government to continue the peaceful transition process to democracy in Burma within a definite time frame, and to include Aung San Sun Kyi and other political parties in the process,” said Wilfert.

“It is important that Parliamentarians from across Asia/Pacific have come together to show support for the democratic process in Burma. These voices support peaceful change and reconciliation in Burma,” commented Wilfert.

“Having proposed the resolution, I was pleased that a consensus on this issue was achieved and a clear message has been sent to the Burmese government that real change must happen.” Wilfert noted. “I want to thank members of the Canadian delegation for their support and assistance.”

For Further Information

Please Contact: Nick Kyonka
Legislative Assistant to the Honourable Bryon Wilfert P.C., M.P. (Richmond Hill)
Co-Chair of APPF Delegation
613-992-3802

Or contact: Richelle Barrette
Member’s Assistant
Hon. Larry Bagnell PC, MP, Yukon
House of Commons
Room 446-S, Centre Block
Tel: (613) 995-9368
Fax: (613) 995-0945

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