47th session of the UN Human Rights Council
Agenda item 4
Interactive dialogue on High Commissioner oral update on Myanmar
Statement by Ukraine
(6 July 2021)
Mme President,
We thank High Commissioner for the oral update.
Ukraine strongly condemns the military coup and the overthrow of the democratically elected government and remain deeply concerned about the continued deterioration of the human rights situation in Myanmar.
We call on the military to stop the repression against peaceful demonstrators immediately and unconditionally, including the use of lethal force, intimidation, harassment and tortures. Violent response against peaceful protest is unacceptable.
Ukraine calls for the immediate release of all those arbitrarily detained, including Myanmar’s political leaders, civil society representatives, human rights advocates, journalists and media workers, as well to end the state of emergency and restore the rule of law.
We are also deeply alarmed by the crackdown on freedom of opinion and expression, including the internet shutdowns, which severely restrict the access of the population to information.
Ukraine joins the international community’s call for safe and unimpeded humanitarian access to the most vulnerable population, as well as for the voluntary, dignified and sustainable return of the Rohingya and other minorities to Myanmar.
We call upon the military and security forces to conduct transparent investigations into all allegations of human rights violations and abuses, as well as to ensure justice for victims and accountability for the perpetrators of such acts.
Finally, we would like to reaffirm Ukraine’s firm support for the sovereignty, political independence and territorial integrity of Myanmar.
I thank you!