A group of 14 countries, including India, today asked Myanmar to take steps to make the political transition broad-based and inclusive. The Group of Friends of the Secretary-General on Myanmar met in the United Nations and discussed the recent developments in Myanmar, including the general elections and release of Suu Kyi. According to a readout issued after the meeting, the group called upon the Myanmar authorities to build on recent developments. The statement said in an obvious reference to pro-democracy leader Suu Kyi that in order for any transition to succeed, it is imperative that this should involve not only those who participated and won seats in the election, but also those who did not or could not. Suu Kyi was released from house arrest last month and she could not participate in the general elections. The group that includes the US, UK and China also called for the release of political prisoners. Addressing the meeting, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said the recent elections were not satisfactory and told the group that the next two months will be crucial for Myanmar.