Letters to the Editor_2004

executive committee, has been undertaking the duty of joint secretary of the association, since he was democratically elected to the position by the members of the AAPP.

We believe that the media should not publish writings and commentaries o­n confidential and internal affairs of organizations, such as meetings, without verifying the facts with the organization in question. Although we affirm the rights of a free and non-aligned press, to publish anyone’s writings that make comments o­n policy, objectives and resolutions of any organization. And in doing so, to examine and search for the truth.

Therefore, the editor of the Irrawaddy is humbly requested to seek an official and prior confirmation from the association whenever commentary (and writing) o­n internal and organizational affairs are to be published, which would otherwise not be made public.