The Myanmar National Human Rights Commission was formed in September 2011 and has been an active voice in promoting respect for human rights but lacks real authority. With Myanmar/Burma's re-engagement with the international community, the government has given priority to the signing and ratification of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. The government has indicated a will to sign the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman and Degrading Treatment.