Myanmar, also known as Burma, is in South East Asia. It neighbours Thailand, Laos,
Bangladesh, China and India.
It has a population of about 54 million, most of whom are Burmese speakers,
although other languages are also spoken. The biggest city is Yangon (Rangoon),
but the capital is Nay Pyi Taw.
The main religion is Buddhism. There are many ethnic groups in the country, including Rohingya Muslims.
The country gained independence from Britain in 1948. It was ruled by the armed
forces from 1962 until 2011, when a new government began ushering in a return to
civilian rule.
What has the international reaction been to the coup?
Numerous countries have condemned the military takeover. UN Secretary-General
António Guterres said it was a "serious blow to democratic reforms".
The US and UK have responded with sanctions on military officials.
However, China blocked a UN Security Council statement condemning the coup.
Beijing, which has previously opposed international intervention in Myanmar, urged
all sides to "resolve differences".
Neighbours including Cambodia
Thailand and the Philippines, have said it is an "internal matter".
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What did Donald Trump say?
The 74-year-old former president was cheered by supporters when he appeared on
stage at the Hyatt Regency Hotel more than an hour late. Many people in the crowd
were not wearing masks.
"I stand before you today to declare that the incredible journey we began together
four years ago is far from over," he said.
"We are gathered this afternoon to talk about the future - the future of our movement, the future of our party, and the future of our beloved country."
He dismissed any idea that he might start a new political party - describing rumours
he would do so as "fake news".
"Wouldn't that be brilliant? Let's start a new party so we can divide our vote and
never win," he joked.
"We have the Republican Party. It's going to unite and be stronger than ever before."
Bangladesh, China and India.
It has a population of about 54 million, most of whom are Burmese speakers,
although other languages are also spoken. The biggest city is Yangon (Rangoon),
but the capital is Nay Pyi Taw.
The main religion is Buddhism. There are many ethnic groups in the country, including Rohingya Muslims.
The country gained independence from Britain in 1948. It was ruled by the armed
forces from 1962 until 2011, when a new government began ushering in a return to
civilian rule.
What has the international reaction been to the coup?
Numerous countries have condemned the military takeover. UN Secretary-General
António Guterres said it was a "serious blow to democratic reforms".
The US and UK have responded with sanctions on military officials.
However, China blocked a UN Security Council statement condemning the coup.
Beijing, which has previously opposed international intervention in Myanmar, urged
all sides to "resolve differences".
Neighbours including Cambodia
Thailand and the Philippines, have said it is an "internal matter".
***********
What did Donald Trump say?
The 74-year-old former president was cheered by supporters when he appeared on
stage at the Hyatt Regency Hotel more than an hour late. Many people in the crowd
were not wearing masks.
"I stand before you today to declare that the incredible journey we began together
four years ago is far from over," he said.
"We are gathered this afternoon to talk about the future - the future of our movement, the future of our party, and the future of our beloved country."
He dismissed any idea that he might start a new political party - describing rumours
he would do so as "fake news".
"Wouldn't that be brilliant? Let's start a new party so we can divide our vote and
never win," he joked.
"We have the Republican Party. It's going to unite and be stronger than ever before."
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