Dhaka, Nov. 10 -- The UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Myanmar, Kelley E. Currie, will conduct a country visit to Bangladesh from November 11 to 18.

Currie has formally requested access for a country visit to Myanmar and was informed by the regime that it is not ready to accommodate a visit, said a media advisory on Tuesday.

During her visit, the Special Rapporteur will assess the impact of the deteriorating human rights situation in Myanmar on Bangladesh, with particular attention to developments in Rakhine State and the broader armed conflict, the situation of Rohingya refugees and opportunities for future cooperation.

The Special Rapporteur will meet with Government officials, civil society representatives, ...