Topic: 2025 – Situation in Myanmar
Country: Saudi Arabia
Delegate Name: Finola Green
Myanmar has faced incessant political instability, ethnic conflict, and humanitarian crises, especially affecting the Rohingya population. Since the 2021 military coup, violence and displacement have increased, creating urgent humanitarian needs. Human rights have been violated, the plight of refugees has increased, and regional security on the borders has lessened immensely. The situation worsened starkly after the 7.7‑magnitude earthquake in March 2025, which destroyed homes, hospitals, roads, and other critical infrastructure. These issues concern not only the citizens of Myanmar and its neighboring regions, but the international community and the United Nations as a whole. While addressing these issues, it is crucial to respect Myanmar’s sovereignty and support solutions that foster lasting peace in the region.
As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, we believe that Myanmar’s people deserve stability, protection, and the dignity that comes with self-determination and sovereignty. At the same time, we recognize the urgent humanitarian crisis unfolding across the country. Tens of millions now require assistance, and many vulnerable populations face serious threats to health, shelter, food, and safety.
Saudi Arabia urges the international community and United Nations agencies to increase humanitarian support in Myanmar while avoiding political interference, like with the Junta. Assistance should focus solely on meeting the urgent needs of the people, remaining neutral and fair, and respecting the country’s sovereignty. Humanitarian workers must be granted safe and unhindered access to all areas, including the regions most affected by conflict and natural disasters.
Saudi Arabia urges all national, regional, and international actors to work together to support peaceful dialogue in Myanmar and create the conditions for lasting stability. Immediately, the focus must be on delivering humanitarian aid, protecting civilians, and assisting those who have been forced from their homes by conflict. By respecting Myanmar’s sovereignty, coordinating relief efforts effectively, and encouraging inclusive political solutions, the international community can help the country recover from years of hardship.
Works Cited:
https://myanmar.un.org/en/296422-myanmar-humanitarian-needs-and-response-plan-2025-quarter-1-dashboard-jan-mar-2025
https://www.unfpa.org/resources/myanmar-situation-report-1-march-2025
https://myanmar.un.org/en/293008-situation-report-4-unfpa-prioritizes-urgent-health-and-protection-support-myanmar
https://www.saudigazette.com.sa/article/653114
https://digitallibrary.un.org/record/3856200/files/A_74_PV.52-EN.pdf
https://myanmar.un.org/en/244307-situation-human-rights-rohingya-muslims-and-other-minorities-myanmar-report-secretary
