A international coalition of groups advocating democracy for Burma wants France to end its diplomatic and economic ties with Burma's ruling military junta.
The U.S. Campaign for Burma is heading a letter-writing campaign on the eve of Thursday's observance of Bastille Day, which celebrates the beginnings of democracy in France.
The coalition criticizes Paris's continued support of French oil giant Total, which has business interests in Burma, as well as its veto of economic sanctions against Rangoon by the European Union.
The letter says French policy towards Burma goes against the French Revolution's spirit of liberty, equality and brotherhood.
