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UK, EU and Canada impose new sanctions targeting Myanmar military regime and its associates
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The UK, EU and Canada have announced further sanctions targeting the Myanmar military’s access to military material, equipment and funds.
Guidance for British people in Myanmar, including information on safety and security, entry requirements and travel warnings.
Reconnecting Britain for our security and prosperity: Foreign Secretary David Lammy's statement
Speech
David Lammy outlined his priorities following his appointment as Foreign Secretary on 5 July 2024.
UN Human Rights Council 57: UK Statement on Myanmar
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The UK’s statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Report of the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar.
Our mission
The British Embassy in Myanmar (Burma) helps to pursue UK Government priorities in Myanmar, including working with partners to de-escalate the current political crisis, building the foundations for peace and democracy, responding to urgent humanitarian needs and supporting accountability and justice in Myanmar. We also provide consular support to British nationals.
Building prosperity with South East Asia
As part of South East Asia, Myanmar is part of a diverse and distinct region that represents a number of opportunities for the UK. As such, there is an opportunity to advance UK interests by taking a regional approach in addition to bilateral activities.