    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2007, Book II)]
    [August 30, 2007]
    [Pages 1134-1135]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Situation in Burma
    August 30, 2007

        I strongly condemn the ongoing actions of the Burmese regime in
    arresting, harassing, and assaulting prodemocracy activists for
    organizing or participating in peaceful demonstrations. These activists
    were voicing concerns about recent dramatic increases in the price of
    fuel, and their concerns should be listened to by the regime rather than
    silenced through force.
        The Burmese regime should heed the international calls to release
    these activists immediately and stop its intimidation of those Burmese
    citizens who are promoting democracy and human rights. I also call on
    the regime to release all political prisoners, including Aung San Suu
    Kyi, and to lift restrictions on
    humanitarian organizations that seek to help the people of Burma.

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