Burma's Betrayal
The ruling junta in Burma is a classic example of the powerful exploiting those living in the margins and those who cannot fend for themselves. But in light of the catastrophe that has hit this nation and these people, we're seeing the worst of humanity where the plight of the poor could turn into ONE MILLION people killed before the tragedy comes to an end- if ever!
There are more than one way to commit genocide!
Estimates of the death tool range from 50,000 to 500,000. Who knows when no one cares? The United Nations estimates the death toll from last weekend's Cyclone Nargis ranges from 63,000 to 100,000, well above the Myanmar government's estimate of about 22,000. Hundreds of thousands of people are missing- millions are homeless. And that's just the opening salvo.
If supplies, food, water, and medical supplies do not get to the people quickly many are prerdicting a death toll of ONE MILLION could result. The ruling junta has been keeping aid workers out. The first plane that was allowed in was held up while the general's could put their names on the supplies and give it to their people.
The Nargis cyclone has destroyed southern Burma or Myanmar.
Other aid groups warned of a growing catastrophe. "It's really crucial that people get access to clean water sources and sanitation to avoid unnecessary deaths and suffering," Sarah Ireland, Oxfam regional chief, said. And then she added, "With 100,000 people dead from the initial cyclone's impact, there are additional factors for a public health catastrophe which could multiply that death toll by up to 15 times," she said.
The junta, deeply suspicious of the outside world, has refused to let in foreign experts who specialise in getting aid to disaster victims, and said that only the government would be allowed to distribute emergency supplies. The international community has spoken out in increasingly concerned tones over Yangon's apparent sluggishness or suspicion when it comes to taking up offers of overseas and even non-governmental aid.
Both President Nicolas Sarkozy of France and the German Chancellor, Angela Merkel, spoke on Saturday of their dismay at Myanmar's stance, with each having pressed the United Nations Security Council to intervene. The UN has itself said that a week after Cyclone Nargis hit, only one-quarter of the victims have received any help at all, and it has called the relief effort"a race against time."
The worst case exmaple of leaders who don't care about the people!
Related Tags: burma, myanmar, cyclone, junta, nargis, burmas betrayal
ernie@lrchouston.com
Your Article Search Directory : Find in ArticlesRecent articles in this category:
- Party Ideas Articles - Grooming the Shar Pei
The Chinese shar pei, the imposing owner of those cute wrinkles, is no longer the world's rarest dog - The Growing Problem of Noise Pollution
In recent years, people have become more aware of how pollution is affecting our health and well bei - Pollution is Everyone's Problem
The world is slowly realizing that we need to go green, but going totally green is going to be a lon - Connections To The Fifth Dimension
The adrenals will have to cope with a tremendous acceleration of 'energy traffic.' They will have to - What Shows Up on a Criminal Background Check - Sample Background Checks
What can you expect in an online criminal records check?It's very easy to get background checks done - Cooking, An Old Fashioned Wedding Shower
Nowadays when you are invited to a wedding or baby shower it is often held at a restaurant or cateri - 3 Reasons Why Many Choose Entombment In A Mausoleum
As we know them in the present day, especially in the Western World, a mausoleum is a small building - A Military Hero
David Munis, a big, burly man of 36, was well liked and respected by the townspeople of Cheyenne, WY - Don't Let Anyone Near Your Child Without A Background Check
What makes us trust others? Generally we tend to trust those we know well, those with actions we can - Daddy's Little Girl
Kayla Marie LaSala was a pretty little waif, barely over five feet tall, with cat-like green eyes an
Most viewed articles in this category:
- Capitalism Under Attack: Petrodollars, Petroeuros and the Iranian Oil Bourse
"This notion that the United States is getting ready to attack Iran is simply ridiculous [...]. Havi - One Percenters
Hells Angels Inc is the most successful enterprise of its kind in Canada.In 2000 they moved into Ont - Monogamy: Is She My One and Only?
Copyright © 2007 Susan Adams After decades of matchmaking experience, years of being active in - The Best Of Oprah's Favorite Things
Oprah's annual Favorite Things show has been causing a frenzy with fans for the past six years. But - Researching British Soldiers Who Served in the 1914-18 Great War
At In the footsteps BATTLEFIELD TOURS we occasionally receive enquiries about how to trace the recor - Reefer Madness Replaced by Hydro Hysteria
In the 20's there was Reefer Madness, now we have the 21st century version; Hydro Hysteria. Mari - How Can Society Stop Sexual Predators
Perhaps society holds the lowest regard of all for sex predators, those evil men who prey on that wh - Making Communication Work For Your Relationship
Brooke said to Gary, "In our entire relationship, I've gone above and beyond for you … for us. I co - How To Attract And Seduce Women Using The 'Unmask Method'
When it comes to meeting, attracting and seducing women, most guys don't know where to start. But th - How to Keep Your Man Feeling Lucky and Happy
Your Good Man hopes that you will remain the loving, beautiful, feminine, kind, sexy American Geisha
