2006-11-03 12:42:41

Disparity in Burma


(02 Nov 06 - RV) A leaked video of a lavish wedding for the daughter of the ruling general of Myanmar is causing outrage in the impoverished country. Myanmar, also known as Burma, has one of the lowest living standards in the world. The daughter of general than shwe was seen in layers of diamonds and pearls, and the video showed hundreds of wedding guests enjoying a five-layer wedding cake and expensive champagne. Mark Farmaner, Media Manager of Burma Campaign UK, says the extravagance of the ruling class of the country is in stark contrast to the lives of the ordinary peopleā€¦ RealAudioMP3








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