Overview

• Ban Ki-moon traveled to Myanmar on behalf of The Elders to promote peace amid ongoing unrest.
• Ban called for the release of Aung San Suu Kyi, who was arrested during the military coup in February 2021.
• Ban met with Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, the country's current leader, as well as former president Thein Sein.
• At least 1.2 million people have been displaced due to fighting in Myanmar, according to the UN.
• The Elders, founded by Nelson Mandela, work for peace, human rights, and justice around the world.