In the U.S., pass binding legislation like the proposed BURMA Act (introduced in Congress) which mandates stronger sanctions and explicitly calls for an arms embargo policy.
Lock in policy through legislation and resolutions that commit governments to embargo goals even as administrations change. In the U.S., push follow-through on H.Res.106 and related legislative pressure so embargo diplomacy stays a priority. Encourage parliaments in the EU and Asia to adopt aligned measures that discourage arming Myanmar and reinforce international coordination.
Why this works
- Lawmakers’ backing locks in policy and puts additional pressure on executive branches to act.
- It also signals to international partners that democratic nations are serious and unified.
Win Without War
AdvocacyProgressive coalition advocating for a more peaceful U.S. foreign policy
Mechanism
About LobbyingHow Win Without War uses funding
- Draft a legislative agenda that complements diplomatic negotiations rather than undercutting them
- Build bipartisan support around H.Res.106-style commitments and stronger sanctions where needed
- Brief lawmakers and staff on the humanitarian rationale and enforcement gaps
- Coordinate with allied parliaments in the EU and Asia on parallel measures and restrictions
- Use hearings, letters, and public statements to pressure executive branches to sustain embargo diplomacy
- Monitor negotiation dynamics to avoid moves that alienate potential partners
Milestones
Checkpoints and the expected timing for each step
- 1
Align legislative agenda with diplomatic goals
Near-termLegislative asks are defined and coordinated with diplomatic strategy
- 2
Build bipartisan sponsor support
Near-termSponsors and coalition partners publicly back the package
- 3
Hold hearings and increase public pressure
Mid-termHearings or public statements increase pressure on executive action
- 4
Advance resolutions or bills
Mid-termMeasures move through committees or are adopted
- 5
Translate passage into sustained follow-through
Longer-termExecutive branches sustain embargo diplomacy and enforcement aligned with legislation