Australia highlights the rights of political prisoners and holds talks with ethnic groups . Thein Sein `` and other reformists within the government and parliament will be removed from the list , while serving military figures and individuals of human rights concern will remain , '' according to the statement . 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 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 .