Fourth Report - The UK Government's Response to the Myanmar Crisis
Select Committee
Foreign Affairs Committee
HC 203
16 July 2021
Government response
Third Special Report - Government Response to the Committee’s Fourth Report: The UK Government’s Response to the Myanmar Crisis · published 23 Sep 2021
Recommendations & Conclusions
3 results
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Recommendation
Accepted in Part
Para 14
We recommend that the UK Government supports the democratically elected National Unity Government of Myanmar...
Recommendation
We recommend that the UK Government supports the democratically elected National Unity Government of Myanmar by working with its representatives to identify and push for peaceful outcomes and draw attention to the junta’s illegal actions.
Government Response Summary
The government states it adheres to its policy of recognising states, not governments, but actively supports the NUG by amplifying their voice internationally, urging partners to engage, and regularly engaging with their senior figures, including ministerial meetings.
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Recommendation
Accepted in Part
Para 28
We welcome the Government’s willingness to sanction individuals and Tatmadaw- linked companies in critical sectors.
Recommendation
We welcome the Government’s willingness to sanction individuals and Tatmadaw- linked companies in critical sectors. This should be taken further by freezing the military’s revenue sources on all possible fronts. The UK has the economic and technical capabilities to help …
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Government Response Summary
The government agrees to pursue targeted sanctions on businesses and organisations the junta depends on, highlighting existing sanctions and ongoing work with international partners, but not committing to freezing revenue on "all possible fronts".
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Recommendation
Accepted in Part
Para 28
The Government should implement sanctions on Myanmar businesses and organisations in key industries on which...
Recommendation
The Government should implement sanctions on Myanmar businesses and organisations in key industries on which the junta is dependent at a much faster pace, while encouraging countries which are not currently introducing sanctions to do so.
Government Response Summary
The government accepted the recommendation in part, agreeing to pursue targeted sanctions on junta-dependent businesses and commit to working with partners on further sanctions, while also encouraging other countries to adopt sanctions. It highlighted its existing quick action and targeted approach, rather than explicitly committing to a *faster pace* than current efforts.
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