The government could undertake four reforms immediately to enhance the Myanmar National Human Rights Commission's ability to protect and promote the rights of all people in Myanmar.
A strategic environmental assessment is needed to enable sustainable development and the fulfilment of human rights for the people of Kyaukphyu, the site of a planned SEZ and deep-sea port.
Reform of the 2014 Special Economic Zone Law is essential to ensure that land acquisitions for the projects do not violate the human rights of farmers and others who are affected.
BY Sean Bain
Scrutiny is lacking and human rights obligations are being ignored as development of the Kyaukphyu Special Economic Zone moves ahead.
BY Sean Bain
