Arakan News Agency
A visit to Switzerland by Myanmar’s military top brass was necessary to confront the junta about human rights abuses against Rohingya Muslims, according to the Swiss ambassador to the Asian country.
The official visit last month was condemned by Amnesty International, which said it was “unacceptable” to receive military leaders whilst tens of thousands of refugees were being forced to flee Myanmar. The European Council last month suspended further invitations to senior Myanmar officers.
Speaking to Swiss public television RTS, diplomat Paul Seger said the visit was necessary to inform the military council of Switzerland’s concern about human rights violations against Rohingya Muslims.
“This visit is the only chance for Switzerland to send a message to senior Myanmar officials,” the Swiss diplomat said.
