Myanmar's UN envoy appeals to world in emotional plea
Myanmar's representative to the United Nations, Kyaw Moe Tun, broke down while urging the international community to act for the people of his country.
Kyaw Moe Tun, Myanmar's representative to the UN, made an emotional appeal to the world. He said the international community had failed the people of Myanmar and called for an end to their hardship.
His voice faltered during the address as he spoke about the suffering of ordinary people in the country. The appeal centred on a call for the world to take action.