To ask Her Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with the government of Burma about allowing unhindered access for humanitarian aid to all parts of Kachin, Northern Shan and Rakhine States.
Answered on
10 May 2018
Access for humanitarian aid to conflict affected people in Rakhine, Kachin and northern Shan is vital, and without it, needs will not be met and lives will be lost. The UK provides humanitarian assistance in all these areas, but this is highly limited by government restrictions. We have pressed for unfettered access directly with the Burmese government though ministerial and senior official calls and meetings, and as part of joint calls with other agencies and development partners working in Burma.
Answered by
Department for International Development