Biden to address Myanmar coup, expected to announce sanctions against military
Biden is expected to announce sanctions on those responsible for the takeover
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.