Myanmar marks anniversary of historic pact with minorities

Gen Min Aung Hlaing, head of the military council speech, speaks during the ceremony marking Myanmar’s 75th anniversary Union Day in Naypyitaw (AP)

The head of Myanmar’s military government has appealed for national unity among the country’s ethnic minorities as he presided over a parade marking the 75th anniversary of a historic agreement that has failed to ensure harmony.

The armed forces and government ministries took part in the Union Day parade in the capital Naypyitaw, with dozens of colourful floats representing the country’s regions where the minorities predominantly live.