Myanmar Archbishop Called Coup Because Government And Military Lack Of Communication

Illustration of protesters supporting Aung San Suu Kyi. (Wikimedia Commons / Burma Democratic Concern)

JAKARTA - Myanmar Archbishop Cardinal Charles Maung Bo is currently taking place in Myanmar due to a lack of dialogue and communication between the government and the Myanmar military, as well as a lack of acceptance of each other, referring to allegations that the military will cheat in the 2020 elections.

This is as stated in a message issued by Cardinal Charles Maung Bo on Wednesday, January 3 evening local time.

"The coup occurred because of a lack of dialogue and communication between the two sides (military and government). Please listen to each other," he said as reported by The Irrawaddy.

In addition, Cardinal Charles Maung Bo also asked the public not to use violence, to remain calm in voicing his opposition to Myanmar's military coup earlier this week.

“I urge each of you to remain calm, never to become victims of violence. Even at this most challenging time, I believe that peace is the only way. There are always non-violent ways to express our protests, "he appealed.

Cardinal Charles Maung Bo hopes that the coup and the painful consequences that destroy the people of Myanmar will soon pass and can be resolved.

"This coup hurts and has destroyed our people. Let us resolve all disputes through dialogue," he hoped.