To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they have plans to take measures to promote reconciliation in Burma between the military junta, and Aung San Suu Kyi and the National League for Democracy party, and the restoration of democracy and freedom to the people of Burma.

The Government fully support Aung San Suu Kyi's call for reconciliation and a fully inclusive dialogue. We urge the military regime to respond positively to her request for talks and to co-operate with the UN.

It is clear that the 7 November elections were a sham and reflect a regime intent on entrenching its grip on power. There can be no prospect of national reconciliation until the regime complies with the international community's long-standing demands for the unconditional release of all political prisoners, greater respect for human rights and a genuine dialogue with all opposition groups, including Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy party and all ethnic groups. We will maintain pressure on the regime until these conditions are met.

We will support the UN Secretary-General and his Good Offices Mission in their efforts to facilitate a transition to democracy in Burma.