US President Joe Biden speaks about his administration's plans to respond to the economic crisis during a coronavirus disease (Covid-19) response event in the State Dining Room at the White House in Washington, US, January 22, 2021. PHOTO: REUTERS
President Joe Biden will on Wednesday deliver remarks on the US response the February 1 military coup in Myanmar, the White House said.
Biden was expected to announce sanctions on those responsible for the takeover, according to a person familiar with the matter.
The United States has already determined the military’s actions a coup d’etat, triggering restrictions on aid to the country, and Biden has threatened to impose fresh sanctions.
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