Khun Htun Oo - member of Burmese parliament
Khun Htun Oo Studied law and is an elected member of the Burmese Parliament. Most senior political representative of the Shan,Burma’s largest ethnic minority. Sentenced to 93 years in prison in 2005. Jailed in Kachin state far from his family and where conditions are said to be very harsh.
Aged 65 he has a number of medical conditions including diabetes and his health is said to be deteriorating. Awarded “Honorary Citizen” by Italy in 2008.
His message from prison is: “We didn’t commit any crime. We reaffirm our aim to empower our people to bring peace, justice and equality to the people”.
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