VOICED : Birmania asegura no tener mas prisioneros

Myanmar announced it has no more political prisoners following a broad amnesty. This move is part of President Tein Sein's promise to release all political detainees by the end of the year. The first amnesty covers those convicted of political offenses like treason and rebellion, while a second amnesty concerns five political prisoners with different charges. Since the dissolution of the Junta Military in 2011, Myanmar has progressively released hundreds of opposition figures, including monks, lawyers, and journalists.

What did Myanmar claim regarding political prisoners?

• They plan to arrest more political prisoners.

• They have no political prisoners left in jails.

• They have increased the number of political prisoners.

• They have released all political prisoners.

What was the purpose of the broad amnesty announced by Myanmar?

• To improve tourism

• To increase international trade

• To strengthen military power

• To fulfill a promise by President Thein Sein

What types of charges were covered under the first amnesty?

• Drug trafficking

• Murder and theft

• Treason and rebellion

• Fraud and embezzlement

Who were some of the individuals released since the dissolution of the military junta?

• Buddhist monks, lawyers, and journalists

• Military personnel

• Foreign diplomats

• Politicians and businessmen

How many political prisoners were specifically mentioned in the second amnesty?

• Ten

• Three

• Seven

• Five