Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing takes first foreign tour as leader, with visit to India
Myanmar's leader Min Aung Hlaing is on his first foreign trip as president, visiting India. The visit is expected to strengthen relations between the two countries, with discussions on security and economic cooperation. This trip comes amid ongoing civil conflict in Myanmar and a shift in military dynamics.
- ▪Min Aung Hlaing's visit to India will last from Saturday to Wednesday.
- ▪He is expected to meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu.
- ▪The trip marks his first international engagement since being sworn in as president in April.
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World Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing takes first foreign tour as leader, with visit to India May 30, 20265:00 AM ET By Michael Sullivan Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, then head of Myanmar's military council, inspects officers during a parade to commemorate Myanmar's 78th Armed Forces Day in Naypyitaw, Myanmar, March 27, 2023. Aung Shine Oo/AP hide caption toggle caption Aung Shine Oo/AP Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing is abroad on his first trip as president with a trip to neighboring India. India's foreign ministry said in a statement the visit will last from Saturday to Wednesday. The former leader of Myanmar's military will hold talks with India Prime Minister Narendra Modi and with Indian business leaders. He's also expected to meet with India President Droupadi Murmu.
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