Summary: "The present report, submitted pursuant to paragraph 16 of General Assembly resolution 68/242 , covers the period from 11 August 2013 to 6 August 2014. During the reporting period, Myanmar continued the reform agenda while the country geared up for the 2015 elections. Parliament enacted fresh laws reflecting popular needs and ensuring popular accountability. Efforts continued for a nationwide cease fire and for building the framework for a political dialogue. The tension in Rakhine did not lessen, causing widespread concern and alarm both domestically and internationally. Myanmar assumed the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations on 1 January 2014. The United Nations continued its wide - ranging engagement with and provision of support to Myanmar."