Myanmar and India have agreed on a two-phased trade strategy, targeting $3 billion in bilateral commerce initially before aiming to expand the volume to $5 billion.

President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar U Min Aung Hlaing delivered an address at the Myanmar-India Business Dialogue at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai, India, yesterday morning.
Arriving at the hotel, the President was welcomed by Patron of UMFCCI U Aung Ko Win, President U Aye Win and members, Chairman of the Myanmar-India Friendship Association U Win Myint and members.

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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.

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Vice-President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar U Nyo Saw, who is currently in Saint Petersburg of the Russian Federation to attend the 29th Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2026, received Mr Anton Kobyakov, Adviser to the President of the Russian Federation and Executive Secretary of the Forum Organizing Committee, and a delegation led by Mr Alexander Sergeevich Shatirov, Director of Fund RC-Investment at the EXPOFORUM Convention and Exhibition Centre in Saint Petersburg separately yesterday.
At the meeting with the Adviser to the President of the Russian Federation and Executive Secretary of the Forum Organizing Committee, they openly discussed the cooperation carried out between Myanmar and Russia and further promotion of cooperation in various sectors, including the trade and investment sectors.
In holding a meeting with the Director of the Fund RC-Investment, they frankly exchanged views on the progress of work processes in implementing agriculture, mining, trade and electricity sectors between relevant ministries and organizations of Myanmar and the Fund RC-Investment, and further cooperation measures.
Also present at the meetings were Union ministers, deputy ministers, Myanmar Ambassador to the Russian Federation U Myo Moe Aung, the Consul-General in Saint Petersburg and officials. The Adviser to the President of the Russian Federation and the Executive Secretary of the Forum Organizing Committee and the Director of Fund RC-Investment was accompanied by officials. — MNA/TTA

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The international community dubs the Joint Bill Committee and the Joint Public Accounts Committee as Sub-Parliaments, said Speaker of the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw and the Amyotha Hluttaw U Aung Lin Dwe at the meeting with the two joint committees at the convention hall of the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw building in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday afternoon.
Speaking on the occasion, the Speaker noted that members of the Joint Bill Committee are required, in accordance with Rules 127, 128, and 129 of the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw Rules, to ensure that any recommendations submitted by the committee regarding any bill within the scope of the committee’s duties and powers must be relevant to the matters contained in the bill.
He continued that committee members shall have the right to freely speak, discuss, and vote in committee meetings, provided that such actions do not contradict the provisions of the Constitution and parliamentary laws. However, it is particularly required that discussions shall not be disclosed outside the committee, and meeting records shall not be circulated or distributed.
He stressed that as a Joint Bill Committee, all types of bills except those that have been agreed upon by both Hluttaws must be reviewed and analyzed by the committee, and the committee is required to submit its comments and observations. These include bills that are initially debated in the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw, bills on which the two Hluttaws have reached differing views, and bills returned by the President with comments.
The Speaker underlined that the committee shall continue to carry out each stage of the legislative process in accordance with the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw Law and Rules, starting from deliberations within the legislature up to the point where the bill can be submitted to the President for promulgation as law.
He pointed out that the Joint Public Accounts Committee is also required, under Section 100 (b) of the Constitution, to conduct a detailed examination of the annual national development plan and the annual estimated budgets that are to be discussed and decided upon in the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw. In accordance with Rule 131 of the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw Rules and the provisions of the Union Budget Law, the committee shall scrutinize matters relating to state revenues and expenditures based on the report of the Auditor-General of the Union. In carrying out such scrutiny, it shall examine whether the projected revenues submitted to the Hluttaw have been fully collected; whether the authorized expenditures are being spent in accordance with financial rules and procedures for the designated purposes; whether the funds are being used effectively; and whether there are any instances of wastage, leakage, damage, losses, misuse, or misappropriation in the implementation of projects. If necessary, the committee may conduct field inspections with the approval of the Speaker. The committee shall also review the compliance of relevant ministries and organizations with the recommendations of the Office of the Auditor-General of the Union. In addition, the committee must review and analyze reports on the national planning, budget and taxation (biannual and annual) as well as loan-related reports.
Chairman of the two joint committees, Deputy Speaker Jeng Phang Naw Taung, urged the committee members to carry out their assigned duties thoroughly within a five-year term.
The Permanent Secretary of the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw clarified the responsibilities of the two joint committees, and the Speaker gave a supplementary discussion. — MNA/TTA

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The second-day meeting of the second regular session of the Third Pyithu Hluttaw commenced at the convention hall of the Hluttaw Complex in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.
Pyithu Hluttaw Speaker U Khin Yi announced that, out of 351 Pyithu Hluttaw representatives entitled to attend the second day of the second regular session of the Third Pyithu Hluttaw, 349 were present at today’s meeting, resulting in an attendance rate of 99.43 per cent. Accordingly, it was declared that the meeting had achieved quorum and was duly opened.
At the meeting, Nay Pyi Taw Council member U Khin Maung Latt replied to the question raised by U Tin Aung Chit from the Aunglan Constituency.
He stated that vehicles from villages near the camps, as well as those registered within the designated mileposts of the Bwatgyi entrance and Kyeni Chaung exit gates, are granted free passage. Meanwhile, vehicles from Aunglan pay a single-use toll at the Kyeni Chaung exit gate, which is waived if they return within one hour.
The Max Highway Co Ltd (BOT) carries out annual road upgrading, maintenance and repair works along the 61 miles seven furlongs of the Aunglan-Kopin Road in Aunglan District. Emergency works are also undertaken whenever flooding occurs.
He further explained that relocating the Aunglan (exit) (Kyeni Chaung) gate beyond milepost 231/5 outside the Aunglan Township boundary will reduce toll revenue collection, resulting in lower tax revenues for the State and weaker control over overweight vehicles, which could cause greater damage to roads and bridges. Therefore, relocating the toll gates outside the township boundary would not be appropriate.
Member U Khin Maung Latt made clarifications regarding the questions raised by U Hla Swe from the Pobbathiri Constituency.
He said that the intervillage road of Thitseintpin tract Chinsu Kyapin Inn villages is currently four miles long.
Upgrading it into a macadam road will require a minimum road width of 24 feet. If the macadam road project could be implemented, it would benefit four villages with 754 households and a population of 2,842 people.
Therefore, starting from the 2027-2028 financial year, the macadam road construction project for the road section from the inter-district road to Thitseintpin village in Tatkon Township will be proposed and implemented in phases, depending on the availability of Nay Pyi Taw Council capital funds.
Deputy Minister for Agriculture, Livestock and Irrigation replied to the questions raised by U Thein Tun Oo from the Amarapura Constituency. He stated that filters to block water hyacinths will be installed at the water inflow points into Taungthaman Lake to prevent further spread. To preserve the natural beauty of Taungthaman Lake and the U Bein Bridge throughout the seasons, the Mandalay City Development Committee has been carrying out daily cleaning operations and planting flowers around the lake and bridge areas. The Department of Fisheries supervises fish breeding operations in the lake through an auction with fishery operators. Therefore, the Department of Fisheries and fishery auctioneers will continuously supervise and carry out the removal of water hyacinths to ensure the lake surface remains clean and free of hyacinths.
Water hyacinth removal operations had previously been carried out with assistance from the city development committee using a backhoe, fuel and labour support from the lake leaseholder. However, the work has been temporarily suspended due to fuel shortages. The holder of the Taungthaman Lake grant is continuing limited operations using a small hyacinth-cutting raft. Efforts are also underway to clear water hyacinths along drainage channels to help increase cultivable farmland areas.
Deputy Minister U Bo Bo Kyaw also replied to the questions raised by U Khin Maung Than from the Kalay Constituency. He said that more than 300,000 pits of sediment had been dredged from the Yezagyo Dam near Yezagyo Village in Kalay Township, Sagaing Region, from the 2015-2016 to 2022-2023 financial years, depending on available funding.
No dredging work was carried out during the 2023-2024 financial year due to local security conditions. However, in June and July 2025, sediment and debris blocking the water intake structure were removed to resume irrigation water supply and electricity generation. In August 2025, electricity generation had to be suspended again because of excessive sediment and debris inflows. Water overflowing from the spillway was diverted into the main canal to irrigate monsoon paddy fields.
He added that feasibility studies will also be conducted to implement related works to ensure full irrigation coverage and regular electricity generation. Sediment removal from the dam requires considerable time due to the massive scale and high costs involved.
He also made clarifications for the questions raised by Sai Sein Win from the Laikha Constituency. He replied that agricultural technicians specializing in soil, seeds and diseases from the Department of Agriculture are providing technical assistance for crop cultivation.
The Agricultural Mechanization Department is also arranging to sell 15 large tractors, 650 hand tractors and 10 harvesters directly to farmers during the 2026-2027 financial year. To enable farmers to purchase agricultural machinery, dryers, warehouses and rice mills, loans with an interest rate of six per cent are being provided, with loan amounts increased to up to K 300 million for one sector and over K300 million for another sector, as announced in state-owned newspapers on 4 April 2026.
Regarding the availability of land for crop storage facilities, it would need to comply with farmland laws and regulations. To create crop markets, agreements have been signed with China’s General Administration of Customs covering nine approved crops and commodities, and arrangements have been made for seven commodities to be exported to the Chinese market.
To secure markets for agricultural products, the government is increasing crop loan rates, expanding agricultural machinery loans, ensuring the availability of agricultural inputs, promoting contract farming systems, encouraging productivity targets, educating farmers on the combined use of natural and chemical fertilizers to reduce input costs, and providing agricultural inputs through the State Economic Promotion Fund with a crop-based payment system.
He then replied to the questions raised by U Sai Sam from Mongyan Constituency. He stated that local farmers have been diverting water from the Namlwe Creek using a self-built temporary dam made of logs and bamboo for cultivation purposes. That self-built temporary dam is frequently damaged due to the heavy rainfall in the rainy season. Therefore, in order to enable double-cropping on 160 acres of farmland in Wamtawng Village, the construction of a stone masonry concrete diversion weir will be proposed under the 2027-2028 state budget or other appropriate funding sources for implementation.
A proposal of Dr Win Htay from the Ingapu Constituency urging the Union government to form prize stabilizing committee for farmland areas was submitted to the Hluttaw, and the Hluttaw agreed, and an announcement was made that those who want to discuss that motion can nominate.
The Pyithu Hluttaw Speaker submitted the formation of a committee on domestic and international non-governmental organizations to the Hluttaw.
The Deputy Speaker clarified the duties, authorities, rights, terms and meetings of the committee.
The Speaker submitted to the Hluttaw that the committee will be formed with 15 members, and duties will be assigned to U Thet Pon from Sagaing Constituency as chair and U Tun Lwin from the ChaungU Constituency as secretary.
The Pyithu Hluttaw will continue its third-day meeting of the second regular session at 10 am on 5 June. — MNA/KTZH

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President U Min Aung Hlaing, accompanied by a high-level Myanmar delegation, paid an official visit to India at the invitation of the Prime Minister of India, Mr. Narendra Modi.

On Wednesday, the delegation departed from Chhatrapati ShivajiMaharaj International Airport in Mumbai. They were seen off at the airport by Maharashtra State Government Minister Mr. Sawant and members of the state government, Myanmar Ambassador to India U Zaw Oo, the Myanmar Consul General in Kolkata, and officials.

During the visit, the President held discussions with the President of India and conducted bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He also met with Indian cabinet ministers, state leaders, and representatives of business organizations, during which discussions were held on matters considered beneficial to both the nation and its people.

In addition, he visited and studied prominent infrastructure projects and engaged in open and cordial exchanges of views on cooperation between the governments and peoples of the two countries in various fields, including economic, religious, cultural, and social sectors. Upon completion of the visit, President and the high-level Myanmar delegation returned to Nay Pyi Taw on Wednesday evening.

At the airport, they were welcomed by Vice President Daw 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 Chairman of the Nay Pyi Taw Council, the Commander of the Nay Pyi Taw Command, and officials from the Indian Embassy and Defence Attaché Office in Myanmar.

In addition, large numbers of ethnic nationalities, children, drum and bugle corps, pompom dance troupes, Indian traditional dance groups, ethnic cultural dance troupes, artists, and local residents gathered at the airport to welcome and congratulate the President and the delegation on a successful visit focused on advancing national interests.

From the aircraft arrival area to the VIP lounge and from the military airport to the roundabout area, participants welcomed the delegation, holding banners, waving the national flags of Myanmar and India and chanting slogans expressing support for India–Myanmar friendship.

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.”

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President U Min Aung Hlaing on Wednesday visited the Gateway of India in Mumbai, where officials welcomed him and conducted a guided tour of the monument.

Situated on Mumbai's waterfront, the Gateway of India is a historic landmark that commemorates the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911. Construction began in 1915 with a foundation-stone-laying ceremony and was completed in 1924.

Following India's independence, the last battalions of the British Army departed from India through this gateway in 1948, symbolizing the end of British rule. Its architecture is a blend of 16th-century Islamic and Hindu styles, known as the Indo-Saracenic style, and it is constructed from yellow basalt stone.

The central arch stands approximately 85 feet high. Often referred to as the "Taj Mahal of Mumbai," it attracts large numbers of tourists from around the world. President U Min Aung Hlaing and delegation later proceeded to the Chhatrapati Shivaju Maharaj International Airport and observed the operation process of the airport.

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Riding cable cars at the BE Falls amusement park, visitors can enjoy the spectacular aerial views of PyinOoLwin in the monsoon. Those who wish to enjoy the beautiful scenery, take photos with the beautiful natural landscapes, or ride cable cars can now relax at the amusement park by gazing at the green nature from the sky.
The BE Falls amusement park offers beautiful scenery with flowers, elephant dance, a breathtaking 5D LED glass bridge and a sky cable car ride over PyinOoLwin. In addition, the natural wood, the sound of waterfalls and the birdsong are pleasant for those who want to enjoy nature peacefully.
The BE Falls is packed with visitors from different regions and states on weekends and public holidays. — MT/ZS

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Myanmar Airways International (MAI) has announced that it will begin operating daily direct flights to Guangzhou, one of China’s leading commercial and leisure destinations, starting from 30 June.
At present, MAI operates four direct flights per week on the Yangon-Guangzhou route. The airline stated that the additional services are being introduced to provide greater convenience for travellers.
Guangzhou, a major economic hub in southern China and a historic port city, is renowned for its blend of modern innovation, rich cultural heritage and natural attractions. The city is also well known for hosting the Canton Fair and for offering a wide range of sightseeing and leisure opportunities, making it a popular destination for both business travellers and tourists.
Visitors to Guangzhou can also enjoy a variety of attractions at the world-famous Chimelong Resort, where thrilling amusement rides, close encounters with wildlife and entertaining live performances can all be experienced in one location. — ASH/KZL

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The high-level Myanmar delegation led by President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar U Min Aung Hlaing, currently in New Delhi, India, on an official visit, left the Palam Airbase of New Delhi for Mumbai by special aircraft yesterday morning.
The President-led Myanmar delegation was seen off at the airport by Minister of State for External Affairs Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, officials of the Indian government, and families of the embassy and the military attaché office.
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai in the afternoon, the President and party were welcomed by Governor of Maharashtra State, Shri Jishnu Dev Verma, and officials of the state government, the Myanmar Consul-General in Kolkata and staff families.
The President and delegation members visited the Jawaharlal Nehru Port, where the Trust Authority of the port Chairperson, Shri Gaurav Dayal IAS, welcomed them.
At the meeting hall, officials extended greetings that the Port Trust Authority warmly welcomed the high-level Myanmar delegation led by President U Min Aung Hlaing. They also explained the facts about the port, use of high technology machinery at the port, operations of maritime trade and measures of the port as an economic partnership of Myanmar, generating revenue from use of the port for the nation, efforts to enhance capacity of the port, development of infrastructure and operating digital system, functioning the port as a green port, giving PPP model service, and conducting training to share port functions.
Officials made clarification with a video clip on functions of the port and a project documentary video clip on preparations to build the Vadhavan Port.
In response, the President said that as Myanmar is also working on port construction, they visited this port, an international-standard major facility. Based on the clarification, it is a world-class port ranked 23rd globally and the number one port in India, and it operates under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) system. Myanmar has Yangon Port and Thilawa Port as two major ports, and Thilawa Port is a port connected to a Special Economic Zone.
They stated that their visit to the port was for the purpose of observing it in order to upgrade state-owned ports in Myanmar. Relevant officials would continue discussions on areas where cooperation between the two countries could be carried out. Based on the clarifications, the port has high operational capacity with the implementation of green areas and green energy initiatives. His visit aimed to promote bilateral trade, and Myanmar’s ports will be upgraded to further enhance trade relations between the two countries.
He continued that if training courses on port management and related fields are offered, Myanmar would send trainees to participate.
The President and party visited the Jawaharlal Nehru Port. The President asked officials about things he wanted to know.
Jawaharlal Nehru Port is located in the Nhava Sheva area, east of Mumbai, in Maharashtra State, India. It ranks 23rd globally in terms of trade capacity and is the largest among India’s 12 major ports. The port handles 50 per cent of India’s container traffic and plays a key role in the country’s trade sector, with strong connectivity to South-East Asia. — MNA/TTA

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