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Myanmar president pardons 63 political prisoners: Watchdog

Myanmar President Htin Kyaw pardons at least 63 political prisoners on the country's traditional New Year Sunday, according to a watchdog group, in his first major political act since he was sworn in last month.

April 17, 2016
April 17, 2016

Myanmar president pardons 63 political prisoners: Watchdog

Myanmar President Htin Kyaw pardons at least 63 political prisoners on the country's traditional New Year Sunday, according to a watchdog group, in his first major political act since he was sworn in last month.