UN chief voice concern over dissolution of 40 political parties in military-controlled Myanmar.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday expressed his deep concern over the Myanmar military regime-controlled Union Election Commission's decision to abolish 40 political parties, including the National League for Democracy (NLD) led by State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.

"Any attempts to undermine democratic institutions and processes will only deepen the crisis and delay the return to a fully democratic and inclusive Myanmar," a statement read out by his spokesman, Stephane Dujarric, said.

"The Secretary-General renews his call on neighbouring countries and other Member States to urge the military leadership to adhere to inclusive political processes," the statement said.

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