UK government under increasing pressure from parliament to sanction Myanmar’s military (opens original article in a new tab)

UK MPs from multiple parties urged the government to impose new sanctions on Myanmar's military and take stronger action on human rights issues, but the government did not commit to new measures.

• UK MPs called for new sanctions against Myanmar's military and human rights actions.
• The government did not announce new commitments despite pressure from MPs.
• MPs highlighted the need for action on aid, justice, and accountability in Myanmar.