Al Jazeera English published this video item, entitled “Can international pressure stop capital punishment in Myanmar? | Inside Story” – below is their description.
The execution of four prominent pro-democracy activists in Myanmar has sparked anger in the country and abroad.
The military junta – which took power in a coup last year – had accued the men of conspriring to commit acts of terror.
The activists, including several high profile opposition figures – were processed through military courts.
As a response, protesters in Thailand besieged Myanmar’s embassy in Bangkok – while the U.S. and the UN condemned the killings.
So, can international pressure stop such killings?
And what are the chances of Myanmar returning to democracy?
Presenter: Bernard Smith
Guests:
Minka Nijhuis – Freelance Journalist and Author. She knew two of the activists who were executed, Ko Jimmy and Phyo Zeya, and has covered their journey extensively.
Wai Hnin – Campaigns Officer at Burma Campaign UK and daughter of Mya Aye, one of the 88 Generation Student leaders.
Helene Maria Kyed – Senior Researcher focussing on justice and security in Myanmar at the Danish Institute for International Studies.
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