Myanmar: Army Chief Defends Constitution, Says Meeting Suu Kyi Problematic

<p>Burma Army Commander-in-Chief Min Aung Hlaing has said it is “difficult” for him to meet with opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi and he defended the Constitution, which includes controversial clauses that block Suu Kyi from the presidency and grant the military political powers.</p><p>In an&nbsp;interview with Voice of America&nbsp;on Saturday, Snr-Gen. Min Aung Hlaing said he was reluctant have a one-on-one meeting with the hugely popular opposition leader because they might have differing political objectives.</p><p>“We have been engaged in national politics, and our intentions may be&nbsp;different. If that case, it will be difficult for us to hold a bilateral&nbsp;discussion. Yes, it is difficult,” he said, adding that he did not rule out a meeting.</p>
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