Aung San

Currently one of Burma’s most prominent democratic leaders, Aung San Suu Kyi, founder of the National League of Democracy (NLD), is taking a stand in history by helping Burma overcome the State Law and Order Restoration Council (SLORC). By peacefully protesting against Dictator U Ne Win and the organization he is behind since 1988, she has saved numerous Burmese citizens from losing their lives and family members. When Suu Kyi overcame Dictator U Ne Win, Burma became a Democracy, and Aung San Suu Kyi earned a Nobel Peace Prize and the trust of her people. Aung San Suu Kyi was greatly influenced by her parent’s occupations as a child and as a young adult. Aung San (1915-1947), Aung San Suu Kyi’s father, was a Myanmar statesman who brought independence…

Assess the role of Aung San Suu Kyi in the pro-democracy Movement in Burma Aung San Suu Kyi was born June 19, 1945 in Burma. Her father (General Aung San) was a former Prime Minister of Burma, this is what spawned her political interests. General Aung San was assassinated in 1947 by one of his rival politicians. Her mother (Khin Kyi) was also involved in the political field and was appointed ambassador to India in 1960. Aung San Suu Kyi’s mother sent her to England to receive a better education.…

become the democratic country it is today. But like all nations in the world, Burma has its own history to the development of the country. Burma’s colonization and decolonization began the process for its governmental development. Despite establishing a government, Burma’s decolonization plagued the country with political instability which created long-lasting problems that created a military regime. As time went on, political changes were demanded by Burmese citizens and pro-democracy…

The name, Aung San Suu Kyi is very well known not only among South East Asian countries but also across the world. Numerous countries and world leaders have invited her to give speeches on her ideals and values. Suu Kyi is a well-known and loved celebrity amongst the people of Myanmar (also known as Burma) who is respected all over the world. She is loved not only because of her looks or riches, but because of her monumental political movements. She gave up everything and would be willing to…

peace, no safety, and no freedom as Burma was faced with a chaotic political system. However, the Burmese quest for freedom and independence was realized when Aung San Suu Kyi emerged, finally leading Burma into democracy. Without a doubt, Aung San Suu Kyi is the voice of hope for Burma, and proves to be an effective leader, who will lead Burma out of oppression. Aung San Suu Kyi Aung San Suu Kyi is the daughter of Aung San, who was Burma’s national hero that negotiated for Burma’s freedom…

The source is a speech given by Aung San Suu Kyi from Burma in August 1988. Aung San Suu Kyi is a Burmese opposition politician and also the leader of the National League of Democracy in Burma. Ms. Suu Kyi’s speech was held at the Shwedagon Pagoda and it was the first and only speech she had written and planned out beforehand. A few days before her speech at the mass rally in Shwedagon Pagoda, she visited the Rangoon General Hospital to announce her purpose of delivering the speech: to address…

Introduction Aung San Suu Kyi is a Myanmarian human rights advocate who championed non-violent opposition to Burma’s (Myanmar) military government and helped establish the National League for Democracy (NLD). Despite being Burman by birth, Suu Kyi was educated overseas and until the late 1980’s lived in the UK with her husband and children. However on a return visit to Burma, Suu Kyi observed police terror, political turmoil and calls for democratic reform in the country. These were emphasized…

The world is facing an apocalyptic event where humanity is petrified at the recent events that have occurred where the emotional and psychological sustainability of humanity is at risk. As a result, it’s vital that we members of “Think Tank” take careful consideration in planning or electing survivors. After much consideration, I have chosen the following two women, Burmese politician Aung San Suu Kyi and actress Oprah Winfrey as they are crucial to the contribution of the cause and it is…

In 1990, while receiving the Freedom of Speech award in Myanmar, also referred to as Burma, Aung Sang Suu Kyi gave a memorable speech with the title “Freedom of Fear”. In 1948, her father Aung San, the modern founder of Burma and Prime Minister at the time was assassinated, with only one member of his cabinet having survived the attack. This member, by the name of U Ne Win went on to become her father’s successor as not only the Prime Minister, but also the new Burmese Dictator. He also…

The lives of Gandhi, Mandela and Aung San Suu Kyi(ASSK), are ones we deem as having been extraordinary. However, there are many potential determinants that illustrate this perception. The interesting aspect for this essay is how they managed to overcome the repressive existing order and bring about change. The three individuals in this study have similar objectives, however took slightly different routes in achieving their goals. The focus is on their methods of resistance and their attitudes…