'Instigators will be severely punished'
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Harsh action will be taken against those fuelling hatred between different religions, said President Thein Sein in a radio broadcast on Tuesday.
“A particular group in the country is misusing our noble beliefs as a stepping stone to extremist acts and fuelling tensions between different faiths,” said the president.
“Such groups are taking advantage of the political and economic situation in our country, which has resulted in riots and created greater insecurity and concerns for Myanmar citizens working abroad,” he added. The president did not mention which groups in particular he was referring to but said:
“Severe action must be taken against those instigating hatred in the country.”
