Government Suspends Military Equipment Exports and Reviews Cooperation Projects Due to Myanmar Military Coup

[Asia Economy Reporter Yoo In-ho] The government has decided to suspend the export of military supplies to Myanmar, where a bloody incident occurred due to a military coup, and to reconsider development cooperation projects.

On the 12th, the government announced, "Despite repeated demands from the international community, including our country, numerous casualties have occurred due to the use of force by the Myanmar military and police authorities."

The government has decided to suspend new exchanges and cooperation in the defense and security sectors with Myanmar.

It also plans to strictly review export permits for industrial strategic materials. It is known that items that can be used for riot control, including tear gas, are included. Although there have been no exports of military supplies since January 2019, they will no longer be permitted going forward.

Development cooperation projects with Myanmar will also be reconsidered. However, projects directly related to the livelihoods of Myanmar citizens and humanitarian projects will continue.

The government stated, "We have been closely monitoring the situation in Myanmar in consultation with major allies such as the United States, regional and international partners including ASEAN, and will continue efforts to contribute to the restoration of democracy in Myanmar."

The government will pay special attention to the safety of Korean residents and the protection of Korean companies operating there, and will continue to review response plans prepared for various situations. Humanitarian special stay measures will be implemented to allow Myanmar nationals residing in Korea to remain until the situation in their country stabilizes.

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