Resolution 2006/34: Concerning Human Rights Violations in Myanmar

1.

Reaffirms its strong commitment to the upholding and protection of human rights and manifestation of democracy in Myanmar as a top priority;

2.

Supports UN Secretary General Kofi Annan's calls for Gambari's visit to produce "tangible steps forward" on human rights, democratic reforms and national reconciliation in Myanmar;

3.

Encourages the Government of Myanmar to reach agreement with the International Labour Organization (ILO), which has been concerned about the use of forced labour in Myanmar;

4.

Urges the Government of Myanmar to accept the offer of the despatch of an UN interagency technical mission to Kayin State where civilians have been affected by conflict;

5.

Calls for the Government of Myanmar

[indent]1. To ensure immediately safe and unhindered access to all parts of Myanmar for the United Nations and international humanitarian organizations and to cooperate fully with those organizations so as to ensure that humanitarian assistance is delivered in accordance with humanitarian principles and international law;[/indent]

[indent]2. To unconditionally and immediately release democracy activist Aung San Suu Kyi from political detention and other members of her National League for Democracy, failing which discussion of sanctions may begin.[/indent]

6.

Emphasises the need to pursue through dialogue and peaceful means the immediate suspension and permanent end of conflict with all ethnic groups in Myanmar;

7.

Trusts that the Government of Myanmar will take heed of the international community's concerns on this matter and employ the necessary measures to effect democratic change and unconditionally halt all human rights violations within the country, as set forth by the UN Human Rights Council;

8.

Requests the Secretary General;

[indent]1. To continue to provide his good offices and to pursue his discussions on the situation of human rights and the restoration of democracy with the Government and the people of Myanmar, including all relevant parties to the national reconciliation process in Myanmar, and to offer technical assistance to the Government in this regard,[/indent]

[indent]2. To report to the General Assembly and the UN Human Rights Council within 3 months from the date of the passing of this resolution on the progress made in the implementation of the present resolution.[/indent]