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The rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly were restricted. Christians faced persecution for practising their religion. State spending on social services continued to decline. Myanmar nationals were arrested and handed over to the Myanmar army, placing them at risk of serious human rights violations. Government responses to human trafficking remained inadequate.

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Abolitionist in practice

Retains the death penalty in law, but hasn’t executed for at least 10 years

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