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Written question asked by Lord Collins of Highbury (Labour) on Monday, 6 February 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 20 February 2023. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Monday, 20 February 2023 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Myanmar: Sanctions

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking (1) to stop human rights violations, and (2) to ensure accountability, in Myanmar, following the sanctions introduced since the military took power in that country two years ago.

Answer

We are clear that there must be accountability for atrocities committed in Myanmar. We condemn the ongoing serious human rights violations by the Myanmar military. We will continue to raise these issues on the international stage, including at the UN Security Council. We have established and funded the Myanmar Witness programme to collect and verify evidence of serious human rights violations and abuses.

On 25 August 2022, the UK announced its intention to intervene in the International Court of Justice case regarding Myanmar's compliance with its obligations under the Genocide Convention, in relation to acts committed against the Rohingya.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL5439
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Human rights Sanctions Myanmar
Link
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