Obama administration's move reflects worry about the powerful military's continued role in a murky industry.

Opposition figure joined Islamic leaders in condemning proposed policy that comes amid accusations of ethnic cleansing.

Opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi and Islamic leaders expressed dismay over a policy that does not apply to Buddhists and follows accusations of "ethnic cleansing."

Thein Sein becomes the first Myanmar president to be welcomed to the White House in almost 47 years.