Altogether, 68 states, UNICEF and 11 non-governmental organizations participated in the Session. The Deputy UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Nada Al-Nashif and the Special Rapporteur Thomas Andrews briefied the Council about the critical situation in the country and made recommendations.

Following the debate, the Council adopted a consensual resolution on the situation. It calls for the restoration of the civilian government; the immediate release of the President Win Myint, State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and other detained persons; lifting of the state of emergency; protection of the freedom of expression and peaceful assembly and association, including enabling activities of the civil society and media; immediate lifting of internet, telecommunications and social media restrctions; humanitarian access and continued focus on the Rohingyas. 

At the 46th Session of the UN Human Rights Council, beginning on 22 February, the EU will present a traditional annual resolution on Myanmar, which will build upon the Special Session.

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