A high-level Myanmar delegation led by President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar U Min Aung Hlaing paid an official visit to India at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Yesterday evening, the President-led delegation departed from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai. The delegation was seen off at the airport by Maharashtra State Government Minister Mr Sawant and state officials, Myanmar Ambassador to India U Zaw Oo, the Myanmar Consul-General in Kolkata and other officials.
The
President was accompanied by Union Ministers U Khin Maung Yi, U Tin Maung Swe,
Dr Kan Zaw, U Min Naung and Dr Charlie Than, Central Bank of Myanmar Governor
Dr Khin Naing Oo, senior Tatmadaw officers from the Office of the
Commander-in-Chief, deputy ministers, military and civilian officials.
During
the visit to India, the President held discussions with the President of India,
conducted bilateral meetings with the Prime Minister of India, and also met
cabinet members of the Indian government, state leaders and representatives of
business organizations to discuss matters that benefit both the country and
people. Moreover, he visited historic landmark sites and industrial, port and
energy project locations, and openly exchanged views on enhancing cooperation
between the two governments and peoples in various sectors, including economic,
religious, cultural, social and tourism sectors.
On
arrival back at the Nay Pyi Taw Airport yesterday evening, the high-level
Myanmar delegation led by the President was welcomed home by Vice-President Nan
Ni Ni Aye, Pyithu Hluttaw Speaker U Khin Yi, Amyotha Hluttaw Speaker U Aung Lin
Dwe, Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services General Ye Win Oo, Union ministers,
the Nay Pyi Taw Council Chairman, the commander of the Nay Pyi Taw Command,
officials from the Embassy of the India to Myanmar and the Military Attaché
Office.
The
relevant officials of India-Myanmar Friendship Association, ethnic children,
the band, pompom dance troupes, Indian dance troupes, traditional dance
troupes, artistes and residents took positions from the ladder of the aircraft
to the VIP lounge of the airport and the roundabout to the Tatmadaw Airport to
welcome home the high-level Myanmar delegation led by the President for
praising his efforts during the trip to India to grab opportunities of
cooperation between the people and businesspersons in enhancement of
agriculture, livestock breeding, economic, trade, academic and tourism sectors for
the sake of Myanmar.
They
honoured the Myanmar delegation with loud cheers and great enthusiasm by
holding the vinyl posters bearing “May the friendship between India and Myanmar
be long-lasting. May the comprehensive strategic cooperation between India and
Myanmar continue to expand across various sectors. We warmly welcome President
Min Aung Hlaing for his efforts in strengthening India-Myanmar relations. May
India and Myanmar always stand together in friendship. May Myanmar-India
cooperation achieve lasting success. Warmly welcome to President Min Aung
Hlaing, who has endeavoured for the all-round development of Myanmar, in
addition to a heartfelt welcome to the President and delegation, and
strengthening India-Myanmar friendship.”
They
also waved miniature flags of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and India
and chanted, “May Myanmar-India cooperation achieve lasting success. May
President Min Aung Hlaing, who is striving for the nation, religion, and faith,
be in good health. India-Myanmar friendship is long-lasting and strong. May
they be firm and enduring.” They also warmly welcome President Min Aung Hlaing
and party with LED boards bearing record photos of the trip of the President
and letters ‘‘Warmly welcome, President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar
U Min Aung Hlaing.”
On
arrival back in Nay Pyi Taw, the President replied to queries raised by media .
The
President’s responses to the media were as follows:
My
visit was undertaken based on the existing friendship and amity between Myanmar
and India. During the trip, I met and held discussions with Indian leaders,
including the President and Prime Minister Mr Modi. I also held a separate
meeting with the Minister of External Affairs.
We
were able to discuss expanding bilateral economic cooperation and investment
across various sectors. Agreements were reached on a number of areas, and joint
statements were issued. Most importantly, on our part, we need to step up our
efforts and focus on production; only then can we further promote trade. As for
the remaining requirements, the public will also need to work together and
contribute to these efforts.
To
achieve these goals, peace and stability are essential. We can accomplish these
tasks only when peace and stability prevail. Therefore, concerning the first
part of my visit to India, if stakeholders along the Indian border genuinely
wish to see the country prosper, they need to cooperate with the State, pursue
cooperation through peaceful means, and make a concerted effort. They should
reflect on their approaches and work towards the betterment of our country.
Similarly,
individuals and organizations in other areas where stability has been affected
for various reasons should reconsider their positions in the country’s
interest. If they cooperate through peaceful means and, in political terms, in
accordance with democratic principles, to work for the betterment of the
nation, the country’s progress will not be delayed, and its continued
advancement is assured.
Another
thing is that schools have opened starting last Monday. With the school
opening, if all school-aged children attend school and we dedicate a certain amount
of time to strive alongside educational advancement, I expect we will
successfully reach our envisioned social goals. I would just like to urge the
public to make an effort, to do their work, and to cooperate and collaborate
together.
The
trip was successful. It was, without doubt, a success. There will naturally be
a variety of comments and opinions about it, but many of them have been
positive. The trip was well worth the effort invested in it.
At
Bodh Gaya, I prayed for the peace and development of the country. I also prayed
that the public may make a peaceful living with healthy minds and bodies. Thank
you all.
MNA/KTZH/TH
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