A/HRC/28/72 United Nations General Assembly Distr.: General 23 March 2015 Original: English Human Rights Council Twenty-eighth session Agenda item 4 Human rights situations that require the Council’s attention Report of the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Myanmar, Yanghee Lee* Summary Since 2011, Myanmar has undergone far-reaching changes that have affected many aspects of life in the country. However, there continue to be signs of backtracking by the Government and increasing concerns over discrimination and ethnic conflict. The present report sets out the Special Rapporteur’s key areas of focus and recommendations aimed at contributing to the efforts of Myanmar towards respecting, protecting and promoting human rights and achieving democratization, national reconciliation and development. * Late submission. GE.15-06075 (E) 