Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, Chairman of the State Administration Council and Prime Minister of Myanmar, on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok yesterday. The two leaders discussed India's ongoing efforts to provide humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and medical assistance to Myanmar following a devastating earthquake.
The Senior General expressed his gratitude for India's assistance efforts, while Prime Minister Modi conveyed that as the First Responder, India stands with Myanmar in this time of crisis and is ready to deploy more material assistance and resources if required. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of early restoration of a democratic process through inclusive and credible elections, supporting efforts aimed at fostering trust and advancing a Myanmar-owned and Myanmar-led transition towards a peaceful, stable, and democratic future.
The ongoing human cost of ethnic violence in Myanmar was also discussed, with the Prime Minister stressing that there is no military solution to the conflict and that enduring peace can only be achieved through an inclusive dialogue. In addition, both sides agreed on the need to cooperate in addressing insurgent activities, transnational crimes, and human trafficking along the India-Myanmar border.
The two leaders also discussed ongoing infrastructure development projects in Myanmar, with Prime Minister Modi underlining India's readiness to support the developmental needs of all communities in Myanmar. The Prime Minister appreciated the support extended by Myanmar for the rescue and repatriation of Indian nationals from cyber-scam centres along the Myanmar-Thailand border.
The meeting highlights India's continued commitment to supporting Myanmar's recovery and development, as well as addressing shared regional challenges.