Friday, 29 March 2024
Myanmar ethnic groups attend govt. peace talks

Myanmar ethnic groups attend govt. peace talks

The government of Myanmar is holding landmark peace talks with armed ethnic groups as part of efforts to bring an end to decades of conflict.

The meeting in the capital Nay Pyi Taw, involving 17 groups, is being opened by Aung San Suu Kyi and UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon.

The government is hoping it can persuade the groups to disarm for good in exchange for greater influence.

Mr Ban also used the meeting to raise concerns about the Rohingya minority.

(BBC News)