By DPA
New York : Use of force against peaceful demonstrators by Myanmar’s military junta is “abhorrent and unacceptable”, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon said Friday after receiving a report of findings by his special envoy to that country.
“While I am relieved to hear of reports that some military forces have been withdrawn and that some restrictions were eased, the overall situation still remains a serious concern, especially with regard to the unknown predicament of the large number of individuals who were arrested without due process,” Ban told a public meeting of the UN Security Council.
He urged the Myanmar government to take “bold actions” to advance democracy and the respect of human rights.
He urged the 15-nation council to remain united in dealing with the situation in Myanmar.
Ban’s envoy Ibrahim Gambari returned Thursday from a visit to Yangon to report on his discussions with the junta and political leaders, including opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.