Cameron stresses "orderly transition" in Myanmar
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British Prime Minister David Cameron urged all parties in Myanmar to work together for a peaceful and orderly transition as the new government is formed.
"The UK stands ready to support the people of Burma as they continue to work towards a more democratic and accountable government, including those unable to vote in this election,” he said in a statement.
He said that the November 8 election is an important step towards democracy in Myanmar, through which people voiced their desire for change.
"The sight of thousands of people queuing peacefully to exercise their right to vote, many for the first time in their lives, was a moving moment demonstrating the remarkable progress Burma has made in recent years, including since my visit in 2012.
"We welcome the view of independent election observers that people turned out in large numbers and calmly cast their votes in a generally well-run polling process, with anonymity of the vote respected."
Meanwhile, French President Francois Hollande also said in a statement that he hailed the election, which was an important step in the process of democratic transition.
"France congratulates the candidates who have already been declared elected and calls on all stakeholders to abide by the popular will as it has been clearly expressed.”
