Thank you, President, 

The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the EU statement.
This month marks 4 years since the military coup in Myanmar. Since then, the people of Myanmar have been subject to horrific violence and repression. The Netherlands is alarmed by the continuous worsening of the conflict. Humanitarian needs have risen tremendously and the conflict fuels hunger, leaving millions at the risk of starvation. We commend the people of Myanmar who display unwavering resilience, and we stand with them in their fight for democracy, human rights and accountability.

The Netherlands calls for the full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2669 and underlines the importance of accountability. Perpetrators of human rights violations, including sexual and gender based violence, must be held accountable and brought to justice. Accountability must be part of the sustainable solution for Myanmar.

High Commissioner, 

What more can be done to achieve accountability for the perpetrators of atrocities in Myanmar, and in particular, how can we ensure that the voices of local civil society groups are heard in this process?