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<p>We are extremely concerned by the recent increase in inter-faith tensions in Burma,
the violent incidents in Bago and Hpakant and anti-Muslim protests in Rakhine. Our
Embassy in Rangoon has raised these concerns in detail with the Burmese authorities,
stressing the need to uphold the rule of law for all communities.</p><p>We are promoting
peace and reconciliation efforts in Burma through a range of bilateral and multilateral
initiatives in support of the peace process, such as the Peace Support Fund and the
Joint Peace Fund. We are providing £19 million over five years to the Peace Support
Fund and, with a £5 million contribution, we are the largest donor to the multinational
Joint Peace Fund. The British Government is one of the biggest humanitarian donors
in Rakhine, contributing over £18m since 2012.</p>
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