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Q1
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Following a military coup in Myanmar, the situation has deteriorated with widespread public opposition. Since then, almost half a million people have been displaced due to brutal crackdowns by the military.
What recent diplomatic steps her Department has taken to help support the right to freedom, democracy and the rule of law in Myanmar?
In February 2022, to mark a year since the coup, the UK co-ordinated a joint statement agreed by 36 countries and secured a strong UN Security Council press statement that called for a return to democracy. We also sanctioned three individuals for undermining democracy and the rule of law.
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Q2
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Since the Myanmar military coup, widespread public opposition has led to brutal crackdowns, displacing almost half a million people. The situation is exacerbated by airstrikes and the threat of them.
Will the Government introduce sanctions on Burmese companies that supply aviation fuel to the military and British companies involved in any aspect of the supply of aviation fuel, including shipping and insurance services?
I thank the hon. Lady for her question, for everything that she does on Myanmar and for ensuring that we are having this discussion, because it is really important that we keep a focus on the situation in Myanmar. I reassure her that I have many conversations with counterparts on visits. We work closely with partners to put pressure on the regime to de-escalate the crisis, including through targeted sanctions against individuals and entities who are providing support for the military. Obviously, I cannot talk about future sanctions.
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Future sanctions on Burmese companies supplying aviation fuel to the military were not addressed specifically.
Obviously, I Cannot Talk About Future Sanctions.
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