House Republicans and Democrats introduced legislation that would curtail assistance or cooperation with Myanmar's military and require the White House to identify senior military officials who would have US visa bans imposed or reimposed against them. A bipartisan group in the Senate, including Senate Armed Services Committee chairman John McCain, introduced their bill Thursday. Myanmar officials could not immediately be reached for comment. McConnell's office said the Republican leader was reviewing the sanctions legislation. As Senate leader, McConnell determines which bills get to the floor for a vote.

Source: The Nation Bangkok November 04, 2017 06:22 UTC