Australia-Myanmar relationship
Australia has had diplomatic relations with Myanmar since 1952.
Myanmar is in a period of crisis following the military coup on 1 February 2021. Since the coup, the humanitarian, security, health, and economic situation in Myanmar has been volatile and is worsening.
The Australian Government has made clear its deep concerns at the deteriorating political, economic and development situation, particularly in relation to the shocking violence against civilians and the high number of deaths and detentions.
Australia continues to call on the military regime to end violence against civilians, engage in dialogue, release those unjustly detained, allow safe and unimpeded access for humanitarian assistance, and return Myanmar to the path of democracy. We remain resolute in our support for the people of Myanmar through our international advocacy and development and humanitarian assistance.
For more For more information on Australia-Myanmar relations, please see the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade country brief and fact sheet.