Stars out in Dublin for Suu Kyi

Burma’s pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi said her visit to Ireland will be one of the most unforgettable days of her life.

Stars out in Dublin for Suu Kyi
Mon, 18 Jun, 2012 - 23:14

Burma’s pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi said her visit to Ireland will be one of the most unforgettable days of her life.

As thousands of supporters sang ‘Happy Birthday’ to the former political prisoner at Dublin’s Grand Canal Square, Ms Suu Kyi finally received a Freedom of the City – 12 years after being given the accolade.

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