Australia highlights the rights of political prisoners and holds talks with ethnic groups . It significantly reduces the number of Myanmar officials subject to travel restrictions . The Australian government also maintains trade relations with the country . Myanmar 's military rulers have begun tightening their grip on power in recent months .
Australia highlights the release of political prisoners and peace efforts with ethnic groups . It significantly reduces the number of Myanmar officials subject to travel restrictions . The Australian government also normalizes trade relations with the country . Myanmar 's military rulers have begun loosening their grip on power in recent months .