US President and Singaporean PM issue joint statement on Burma

Foreigners, including State Counselor Aung San Suu Kyi and President U Win Myint, were arrested by the military council. US President Joe Biden and Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong have jointly called for the release of all political prisoners.

The two leaders met at the White House in Washington, D.C., on March 29 to discuss international issues, including Burma.

US President Joe Biden and Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong have expressed grave concern over Burma, which could destabilize the region. They both called for an end to violence against civilians in Burma.

He also called for more humanitarian access and a return to democracy.

"The United States recognizes the positive and constructive intervention of ASEAN, including Singapore, for the benefit of the people of Burma," he told the Prime Minister.

The two leaders also called on the military council to implement the five ASEAN Common Agreements as soon as possible. They also said they were concerned about the slowdown in Myanmar's economy and the growing risk of illicit money.