The National League for Democracy
97/B West Shwegondine Street
Bahan Township, Rangoon

October 28, 2005
(The 11th day of the waning moon of Thadingyut, 1367 Burmese Era)

Declaration

1. The coordination meeting of the National League for Democracy Central Executive Committee, state and divisional organizing committees, women's central work committee, and the youth wing reformation committee was successfully held at the National League for Democracy headquarters from 24 to 26 October.
 
2. Delegates from the Central Executive Committee, state and divisional organizing committees, women's central work committee, and the youth wing reformation committee enthusiastically and meaningfully joined the discussions with a focus on overcoming and resolving the economic, social, education, health, and other general problems that Burma is presently facing. The root cause behind the various problems is the political tension. Since "National Reconciliation" is central to resolving those problems, the State Peace and Development Council and the National League for Democracy need to meet face to face for talks and consultations to find a solution.

3. The National League for Democracy is convinced that after "National Reconciliation" is achieved through amicable discussions between the two sides, a "democratic transition" period will need to be unavoidably followed through and implemented. Just as it is of necessity to meet with each other to hold discussions communication is vital for the two sides to meet. Hence, while always keeping all available communication channels open, the National League for Democracy will make the efforts necessary.

4. The State Peace and Development Council is currently the wielder of state power and the National League for Democracy is a party that has been given the mandate by the people to act on their behalf. Therefore a dialogue must be held as the first step to bring about the process of National Reconciliation, which is urgently needed by the country.

5. Hence, the National League for Democracy hereby declares that it welcomes any effort that will contribute to "National Reconciliation" and also pledges that it will strive to bring about "National Reconciliation" without fail.
 
By the decision made by the Central Executive Committee at its meeting on 27 October 2005
 
Central Executive Committee
National League for Democracy

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