PM Modi, Myanmar President Hlaing hold bilateral talks in Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing on Monday held bilateral talks in New Delhi. The talks were held on further strengthening the historical and civilisational ties between the two countries. Both sides agreed to advance India-Myanmar partnership for peace, progress and prosperity and to further collaborate in areas of trade, investment, connectivity, development partnership, capacity building, security and border management. 
Myanmar lies at the confluence of India’s Neighborhood First, Act East and MAHASAGAR policies. The official visit of President U Min Aung Hlaing to India is expected to further strengthen and deepen the multi-faceted relations between the two countries.  PM Modi reaffirmed India’s readiness to support peace and dialogue in Myanmar, including by sharing federal governance and economic growth experiences.
The Myanmar President arrived in Gaya, Bihar on Saturday on a five day visit to India. He is being accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising several Cabinet Ministers, senior officials and business leaders. This is his first visit to India in his current capacity.