The Special Envoy of the Secretary-General Noeleen Heyzer is travelling today to Myanmar. Following the latest call from the Security Council for an immediate cessation of all forms of violence and unimpeded humanitarian access to all those in need, she will focus on addressing the deteriorating situation and immediate concerns as well as other priority areas of her mandate. 
 
The Special Envoy’s visit follows her extensive consultations with actors from across the political spectrum, civil society as well as communities affected by the ongoing conflict.