Prime Minister Narendra Modi held productive bilateral talks with Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing on June 1, 2026, marking the President's first foreign visit since assuming office. The discussions focused on reviewing the full range of India-Myanmar relations and identifying avenues to strengthen bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.
The leaders specifically discussed deepening cooperation in trade, rare earths, healthcare, connectivity, heritage restoration, and capacity building. Additionally, both sides agreed to work closely in areas including maritime security and cyber security, along with other sectors of mutual interest. Prime Minister Modi emphasized that Myanmar holds vital importance to India's foreign policy frameworks, specifically mentioning the 'Neighbourhood First', 'Act East', and Indo-Pacific policies as key areas where Myanmar plays a crucial role.
The visit began with symbolic significance as President U Min Aung Hlaing started his program in India from Bodh Gaya, which Prime Minister Modi noted was particularly meaningful given the spiritual connection to Lord Buddha that both countries share. The Prime Minister expressed honor that Myanmar chose India for the President's inaugural foreign visit, underscoring the importance India attaches to its bilateral relationship with Myanmar.
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