Student demonstrators protesting law passed in September they say will be ineffective in raising education standards, will restrict local autonomy of education institutions and prevents the official recognition of student unions.
Myanmar Student Protest
- By Steve Herman
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Phyo Phyo Aung, one of the 12 members of the student organizing committee, says rallies will continue if demonstrators' demands are not met.
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A student leader at front of Yangon University appealing unsuccessfully for authorities to open the main gate.
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The University of Yangon, founded in 1878, was where President Barack Obama spoke on Friday.
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After authorities refused to open the main gate at Yangon University, demonstrators decided to climb the fence to enter the campus.
