Myanmar government revokes status and seeks action against UN envoy Kyaw Moe Tun

The government of Myanmar has revoked the status of Kyaw Moe Tun, the country's envoy to the United Nations, and is seeking further action against him. State media reports indicate that the decision follows his formal dismissal from the civil service on February 27, 2021.

The government stated that the dismissal was prompted by the envoy's failure to follow official instructions. This action marks a formal escalation in the ongoing dispute between the administration and its representative at the international body.