Myanmar junta hit by western sanctions as small-scale protests mark coup anniversary
US secretary of state Antony Blinken said in a statement on Tuesday that the coup had placed Myanmar on “a disastrous path that has killed and displaced thousands”, and fresh sanctions would be imposed in conjunction with Canada and the UK.The military has pledged to hold elections in August this year, but recently announced strict rules that suggest the polls will be neither free nor fair.
Google maps traffic indicators for Yangon and Mandalay turned increasingly green as cars disappeared from the streets. In neighbouring Thailand, crowds gathered at the Myanmar embassy in Bangkok, with some carrying images of Aung San Suu Kyi or wearing headbands in support of the National Unity Government, which was set up to oppose junta rule.
“Until now, the inaction of governments has allowed the Myanmar military to use imported aviation fuel to launch airstrikes that have devastated families and terrorized civilians. While the companies targeted by the UK are key players in the aviation fuel industry in Myanmar, countries must take action on the entire industry to stop the flow of aviation fuel,” said Ferrer.
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