Topic: 2025 – Situation in Myanmar
Country: Portugal
Delegate Name: Holden Eldridge
Date 11/18/25
Topic: The situation in Myanmar
Country: Portugal
Delagete: Holden Eldridge
Portugal’s stance on the situation in Myanmar
The delegation of Portugal is deeply concerned by the situation in Myanmar. It is one of the gravest and most disastrous humanitarian crises of our time. Since the military sized control in February of 2021 Myanmar has witnessed a devastating collapse of democratic institutions, the erosion of civil liberties, and an alarming rise in violence against its own citizens. Entire communities have been displaced, peaceful protesters have been met with lethal force, and political leaders have been unjustly detained. Portugal believes that it is crucial for the international community to acknowledge that is not just an internal political dispute: it is a direct assault on the values of human dignity and freedom. Portugal’s position is clear: we firmly condemn the military coup, and the systematic violations of human rights, and the widespread suffering imposed on the people of Myanmar. Our country has long supported democracy and human rights across all regions of the world. We can not stay silent in the face of such brutality. We believe that restoring democratic governance in Myanmar is not only morally vital but much needed to restore stability to the region. The situation threatens to destabilize Southeast Asia through mass displacement, cross-border security, and prolonged civil conflicts.
Portugal recognizes the efforts by the United Nations that have already been taken, including adopted resolutions that condemn the violence. Portugal has consistently supported these efforts and voted in favor of actions that support and uphold human rights. We also highly support the release of politcal prisoners and protection for vulnerable ethnic and religious groups.
The delegation of Portugal believes that an effective solution must involve three main pillars: immediate humanitarian relief, accountability for criminals, and the reestablishment of a stable form of democracy in the country.
Portugal firmly supports the formation of humanitarian corridors and urges all parties to guarantee access to international relief. Portugal also strongly supports the individuals who committed blatant and horrific violations of human rights are brought to justice and tried by an international court. Finally, the establishment of a stable form of government in the country is desperately needed.
In conclusion, the delegation of Portugal is deeply concerned about the situation in Myanmar and feels deeply for its people, and we believe that it is of the utmost importance for these issues to be resolved as soon as possible.
Sources
https://www.ungeneva.org/en/news-media/news/2025/08/109486/myanmar-rights-investigators-reveal-systematic-torture-
https://iimm.un.org/en/mya
nmar-mechanism-advances-its-identification-perpetrators-annual-report?
https://www.ungeneva.org/en/news-media/news/2024/09/97304/un-investigators-warn-widespread-abuses-myanmar-conflict
https://www.hrw.org/news/2021/07/31/myanmar-coup-leads-crimes-against-humanity?
