Biden Approves Executive Order For Sanctions On Myanmar Officials In Response To Military Coup

After the Biden administration warned they would “take action” if Myanmar’s military officials proceeded with an “apparent coup against the country’s civilian leaders,” President Joe Biden has approved an executive order to impose sanctions.

Speaking on January 31, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said: “The United States opposes any attempt to alter the outcome of recent elections or impede Myanmar’s democratic transition,” adding that the U.S. “will take action against those responsible if these steps are not reversed.”