UK MPs Submit Motion in Parliament to Support Arrest of Min Aung Hlaing if ICC Issues a Warrant

December 12, 2024

Six British Members of Parliament have introduced a motion in the UK Parliament, urging the government and ICC member states to arrest Myanmar junta leader Min Aung Hlaing if the International Criminal Court (ICC) issues a warrant. This follows reports of ongoing discussions to request an ICC arrest warrant for Min Aung Hlaing for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.

The motion was formally submitted on December 9 by MPs Adam Shockat, Khan Ayoub, and Jeremy Corbyn, along with Iqbal Mohamed, Jim Shannon of the Democratic Unionist Party, and Brendan O’Hara of the Scottish National Party. The UK Parliament, in its official release, reaffirmed the United Kingdom’s status as a member of the ICC and its commitment to upholding international justice.

According to the motion, the MPs welcomed the ICC’s efforts to prosecute Min Aung Hlaing, citing credible evidence linking him to violations of international law, war crimes, and acts of genocide. The proposal emphasizes the responsibility of ICC member states, including the UK, to detain Min Aung Hlaing should he enter their territory after a warrant is issued.

The Free Rohingya Coalition’s co-founder, Ronan Sann Lwin, expressed strong support for the motion, calling on all ICC member states to cooperate in holding Min Aung Hlaing accountable. “The ICC member nations must act collectively to ensure justice for victims and uphold international law,” Lwin stated.

The motion reflects growing international pressure on Myanmar’s military leadership amid allegations of atrocities committed under their rule.