Putin hosts Myanmar’s leader for talks on deepening their relationship
Putin said the countries have cooperated on foreign policy and security issues and have joint plans for nuclear and infrastructure projects.
- On Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing at the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow to discuss deepening bilateral cooperation on security, foreign policy, and economic projects.
- Myanmar has remained largely isolated internationally since the military seized power from Aung San Suu Kyi in February 2021, prompting Western nations to impose economic and political sanctions.
- Russia remains a major arms supplier, with Russian-made fighter jets used in attacks on ethnic minority groups, while the two nations have developed plans for a nuclear power plant, seaport, and oil refineries.
- Marking his seventh visit to Russia, Min Aung Hlaing attended a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and is scheduled for the Myanmar-Russia Business Forum.
- Seeking international recognition, Min Aung Hlaing has also visited China, India, Laos, and Thailand, though Myanmar remains largely isolated despite these diplomatic efforts.
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Putin welcomed Min Aung Hlaing to the presidential palace for discussions on strengthening Russia-Myanmar relations and advancing cooperation in energy, defense, security, and the economy, amidst Western sanctions on the military government.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has received Myanmar's leader and former junta leader Min Aung Hlaing at the Kremlin. Myanmar, which has been ruled by a military government since 2021, is "a reliable partner for Russia in Southeast Asia," the guest said on Tuesday.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing to Moscow as the two countries discussed expanding bilateral ties. Putin expressed condolences over severe flooding in Myanmar and highlighted cooperation in economic, security and international affairs. Min Aung Hlaing thanked Russia for its support, including rescue assistance after Myanmar’s devastating earthquake last year. He described Myanmar as a reliable partner for…
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