2 It is encouraging to observe that, these days, the interfaith dialogues are taking place more frequently across all spectrums of the society in Myanmar. - Due to these endeavours, we have now been able to prevent the recurrence of inter-communal violence. The situation has now returned to normalcy. Strict and stern actions are being taken against the perpetrators without any discrimination whatsoever. It is very important that the international community fully understand the true situation of our country. The international community should not listen to the people who are maliciously saying n egative things about Myanmar. Actually, they are doing a disservice to our on-going endeavours of promoting interfaith dialogues in the country. It is regrettable that in the earlier session of this forum, some speakers fictitiously use the word "Rohingya". We reiterate our strong objection to the use of this fictitious term which has never existed in our national history. When it comes to the matter of citizenship, we have the Myanmar Citizenship Law of 1982, and the rights to citizenship is always considered in accordance with this law. This law was born out of necessity, due to our geography, without targeting on any particular group. I thank you. ************