New Delhi, June 1, 2026: India and Myanmar have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across trade, connectivity, security, development, and cultural exchanges following the official visit of Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing to India from May 30 to June 3, 2026.
The visit, undertaken at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marked President Hlaing's first official visit to India since assuming office. He was accompanied by senior ministers overseeing foreign affairs, finance, agriculture, industry, and other key sectors, along with a high-level business delegation representing agriculture, pharmaceuticals, energy, banking, logistics, information technology, and communications.
During bilateral talks held in New Delhi on June 1, Prime Minister Modi and President Hlaing reviewed the full spectrum of India-Myanmar relations and discussed regional and global developments of mutual concern. The leaders outlined a roadmap to deepen cooperation and enhance strategic engagement between the neighboring countries.
President Hlaing also met President Droupadi Murmu, while External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and National Security Adviser Ajit Doval held separate meetings with the visiting leader.
The Myanmar President began his India visit with a pilgrimage to Bodh Gaya, where he offered prayers at the Mahabodhi Temple, Mahabodhi Meditation Centre, and Sujata Temple. The visit highlighted the centuries-old Buddhist and cultural links that continue to connect the peoples of India and Myanmar.
Addressing the India-Myanmar Business Conclave in New Delhi, President Hlaing encouraged greater business collaboration between the two countries. The conclave, jointly organized by the Union of Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (UMFCCI) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), explored new avenues for trade and investment.
The two sides agreed to further facilitate bilateral trade through the Rupee-Kyat settlement mechanism, which has witnessed growing transaction volumes since its introduction in May 2024. Both governments expressed interest in expanding cooperation in agro-processing, petroleum, energy, mining, and other sectors of mutual interest.
President Hlaing also visited the NTPC Energy Technology Research Alliance (NETRA) facility in Greater Noida, where he reviewed India's advances in clean energy technologies, energy efficiency, renewable integration, and grid resilience.
Prime Minister Modi emphasized Myanmar's central role in India's "Neighbourhood First," "Act East," and MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) initiatives. Both leaders acknowledged the importance of improving regional connectivity through the timely completion of the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project and the India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway.
The leaders noted that enhanced connectivity would promote economic integration, trade expansion, and shared prosperity across the region.
In a significant educational initiative, Prime Minister Modi announced that India would increase the number of Mekong-Ganga ICCR scholarships available to Myanmar students from 36 to 100 annually starting in 2026. The move is expected to further strengthen educational exchanges and people-to-people ties between the two countries.
The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to safeguarding sovereignty and territorial integrity. They agreed to strengthen security cooperation and prevent the use of their territories for activities that could threaten each other's national security interests. President Hlaing reiterated Myanmar's assurance that its territory would not be used against India's security interests.
Prime Minister Modi also reiterated India's support for Myanmar's efforts to achieve peace, stability, national reconciliation, and socio-economic development. The Myanmar President welcomed India's continued assistance and constructive engagement.
Prime Minister Modi expressed confidence that President Hlaing's engagements in Mumbai, including meetings with Maharashtra's leadership and business representatives, would further strengthen economic cooperation between the two nations.
The visit concluded with both countries reaffirming their long-standing friendship and commitment to expanding cooperation across multiple sectors. President Hlaing thanked Prime Minister Modi and the Government of India for the warm hospitality extended to him and invited the Indian Prime Minister to visit Myanmar at a mutually convenient date.
Source: PIB Delhi