The coup in Myanmar in 2021 brought back to power a junta-based regime and compounded grave violations, adding fuel to a recurrent crisis. A constructive gateway for action in December 2022 was thus the adoption of the UN Security Council (SC) Resolution 2669, the first substantive resolution highlighting urgently needed measures on the issue.
This resolution underlines eight preferred actions. It calls for an end to all forms of violence and a de-escalation of tensions. Release of political prisoners is urged. Constructive dialogue for democracy is advocated. Respect for human rights is emphasised.
