BURMA: US extends 'smart sanctions' against junta

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Updated February 26, 2008 21:18:07

The United States has extended financial sanctions against Burma in efforts to encourage Burma's neighbours to take similar actions. The measures are part of Washington's so-called "smart sanctions" targetting individuals who support or benefit from the military regime.

Presenter: Karon Snowdon
Speakers: Trevor Wilson, Visiting Fellow at the Australian National University and a former Ambassador to Burma

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