Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing’s first official visit to India
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing visited India from May 30 to June 3, 2026, his first foreign trip since assuming the presidency after controversial elections. The visit aimed to strengthen bilateral ties in trade, connectivity, border security, and defence. Hlaing met Indian PM Modi, President Murmu, and NSA Doval, and attended business forums in Delhi and Mumbai. The exiled National Unity Government protested, calling him a “terrorist junta leader.” India defended its pragmatic engagement, citing civilisational ties and strategic interests.
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China Rolls Out Red Carpet for Myanmar's Junta Leader After Sham Elections
Myanmar's junta leader Min Aung Hlaing is on a five-day state visit to Beijing, meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on June 16, 2026. The visit follows sham elections held by the military junta in early 2026 and Min Aung Hlaing's self-coronation as president in April. China, Myanmar's most important trade partner and investor, aims to secure strategic interests including political stability, access to natural resources, and the economic corridor from Yunnan province to the deep-sea port of Kyaukphyu on the Indian Ocean. Beijing also pressures the junta to crack down on cross-border cyber fraud and resume construction of the Myitsone Dam. While the junta seeks Chinese backing to reduce international isolation, it fears excessive dependence and attempts to balance relations between China and India. China currently assumes the generals are more capable of maintaining stability than the fragmented opposition.
taz.de - taz.deChina and Myanmar Pursue Deeper Ties as Leaders Hold Talks in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing on June 16, 2026, for talks aimed at deepening bilateral relations. A state welcome ceremony was held at the Great Hall of the People, followed by the signing of unspecified cooperation documents. This is Min Aung Hlaing's first visit to China since formalizing his presidency after controversial elections in December-January, and his second meeting with Xi in less than a year. China remains a key partner for Myanmar's military government, which seized power in 2021, and has invested in infrastructure projects under the Belt and Road Initiative, including an oil and gas pipeline and a planned deep-sea port. Analysts view the visit as signaling closer ties with Beijing and boosting Min Aung Hlaing's international acceptance.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Xi Jinping Endorses Leadership of Myanmar’s President Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing Meeting
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing on June 16, 2026, endorsing his leadership. The five-day visit marks Min Aung Hlaing's first trip to China since formalizing his power. The meeting underscores deepening bilateral ties between China and Myanmar, with likely discussions on economic cooperation and regional stability. Xi's endorsement signals continued Chinese support for Myanmar's ruling junta amid international isolation. The visit includes a welcoming ceremony and is expected to cover infrastructure projects under China's Belt and Road Initiative, particularly the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor. This engagement highlights China's strategic interest in Myanmar as a key partner in Southeast Asia.
The Business TimesMyanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing Begins First Visit to China Since Appointment as President
Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing began a five-day visit to China, his first since being appointed in April. He received a full red-carpet welcome in Beijing and is scheduled to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang, and other top officials. The visit aims to strengthen 'Pauk-Phaw' fraternal ties and deepen cooperation in economic and security sectors. This trip follows a similar state visit to India and is part of Min Aung Hlaing's campaign to normalize relations with key regional partners. China views the military-backed government as essential for stability and protecting its strategic interests in Myanmar. The visit occurs amid the arrest in China of Min Zin, a Myanmar-born US citizen and think-tank head, on espionage charges.
The DiplomatMyanmar's Min Aung Hlaing Begins First China Visit as President
Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing began a five-day state visit to China, his first since assuming the presidency in April following a disputed election. He received a full red-carpet welcome in Beijing and is scheduled to meet with Chinese leaders Xi Jinping, Li Qiang, and Zhao Leji. The visit aims to strengthen 'Pauk-Phaw' fraternal ties and deepen cooperation in economic and security sectors. This trip follows a recent state visit to India as part of Naypyidaw's efforts to normalize relations with key regional partners. The visit occurs amid the arrest in China of Min Zin, a Myanmar-born US citizen and think-tank head, on espionage charges. China views the military-backed government as a key partner to safeguard its strategic interests in Myanmar.
The DiplomatMyanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing Begins First Visit to China Since Appointment as President
Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing began a five-day state visit to China, his first since taking office in April. He received a full red-carpet welcome in Beijing and is scheduled to meet with Chinese leaders Xi Jinping, Li Qiang, and Zhao Leji. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral 'Pauk-Phaw' (fraternal) ties and deepen cooperation in economic and security sectors. Min Aung Hlaing will also meet provincial leaders and business representatives, and visit high-tech enterprises. The trip follows a similar visit to India and comes amid China's continued support for the military-backed government despite the 2021 coup. Attention has also been drawn by the recent arrest in China of Min Zin, a Myanmar-born US citizen and think-tank head, on espionage charges.
The DiplomatMyanmar President Min Aung Hlaing Arrives in China for Five-Day State Visit After India Trip
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing arrived in Beijing on June 15, 2026, for a five-day state visit to China, following his first foreign trip since his election to India. He is scheduled to hold talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang to strengthen bilateral strategic ties. The visit comes amid Myanmar's ongoing internal rebellion and China's deepening influence in the country, including major strategic investments such as oil and gas pipelines to the Bay of Bengal. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian stated that China aims to carry forward fraternal friendship and deepen the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership. Min's earlier visit to India included assurances that Myanmar's territory would not be used against Indian security interests.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.How Myanmar Fits Into India’s Troubled Neighborhood Policy
Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing made his first official foreign visit to India, surprising observers who expected him to visit China first. The visit marks a milestone in India-Myanmar relations, effectively granting de facto recognition to the military-backed government. India's outreach is driven by its 'Neighborhood First' policy amid growing Chinese influence in South Asia, as seen in Bangladesh and Nepal. Key outcomes included discussions on critical minerals trade, a rupee-kyat settlement mechanism, and stalled connectivity projects like the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project. However, the visit has angered pro-democracy forces in Myanmar and drawn criticism from Indian refugee communities. Border security remains volatile, with recent artillery exchanges between the two countries' forces. The article highlights the reputational costs for India, the world's largest democracy, in engaging a junta leader while facing domestic and international backlash.
The DiplomatHow Myanmar Fits Into India’s Troubled Neighborhood Policy
Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing made his first official foreign visit to India, surprising observers who expected him to go to China first. The visit marks a milestone in India's relations with Myanmar, as New Delhi accorded de facto recognition to the military-backed government. India's outreach is driven by growing disarray in its neighborhood policy, with China expanding influence in Bangladesh and Nepal. Key discussions included critical minerals trade, a rupee-kyat settlement mechanism, and stalled connectivity projects like the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project and the India-Thailand-Myanmar highway. However, the visit has angered pro-democracy forces in Myanmar and drawn criticism from Indian democracy advocates. Border security remains volatile, with recent artillery exchanges between Indian and Myanmar security forces. While India seeks to reduce Myanmar's dependence on China and secure access to rare earths, the engagement carries reputational costs for the world's largest democracy.
The DiplomatHow Myanmar Fits Into India’s Troubled Neighborhood Policy
Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing made his first official foreign visit to India, surprising observers who expected him to go to China first. The visit marks a milestone in India-Myanmar relations, as New Delhi accorded de facto recognition to the military-backed government. India's outreach is driven by concerns over China's aggressive strategic expansion into its traditional sphere of influence, exemplified by Bangladesh seeking Chinese support for the Teesta River project and Nepal's new government calling for Chinese mediation on border tensions. Key outcomes included discussions on critical minerals trade, a rupee-kyat settlement mechanism, and stalled connectivity projects like the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project and the India-Thailand-Myanmar highway. However, the visit has angered pro-democracy forces in Myanmar and carries reputational costs for India as the world's largest democracy. Security challenges persist, with Indian and Myanmar security forces exchanging artillery fire along the border during the visit.
The DiplomatIndian PM Modi Hosts Myanmar Junta Leader Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Myanmar's military government leader Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi for a five-day state visit, the first since the 2021 coup. The two leaders pledged to strengthen cooperation in trade, defense, security, border management, technology, energy, and critical minerals. Min Aung Hlaing assured India that Myanmar's territory would not be used by groups threatening Indian security. The visit drew criticism from civil society groups, who condemned India for engaging with the coup leader accused of mass atrocities. India defended the engagement, citing strategic interests including countering China's influence in Myanmar and securing access to rare earth minerals. The joint statement emphasized close bilateral engagement, though no press conference was held after the summit.
The DiplomatIndia Hosts Myanmar Junta Chief Min Aung Hlaing Amid Controversy
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Myanmar's military government leader Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi for a five-day state visit, the first since the 2021 coup. Both leaders pledged to strengthen cooperation in trade, defense, security, border management, technology, energy, and critical minerals. Min Aung Hlaing assured India that Myanmar's territory would not be used by groups threatening Indian security. The visit drew criticism from civil society groups, who condemned India for legitimizing the coup leader accused of mass atrocities. India defended the engagement, citing strategic interests including countering China's influence in Myanmar, securing access to rare earth minerals, and managing a porous 1,600-kilometer border plagued by ethnic insurgencies. The joint statement emphasized close engagement at all levels, though no press conference was held after the summit.
The DiplomatIndia Hosts Myanmar Junta Leader Min Aung Hlaing Amid Controversy
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Myanmar's military government leader Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi for a five-day state visit, the first since the 2021 coup. The leaders pledged to strengthen cooperation in trade, defense, security, technology, energy, and critical minerals, and to accelerate connectivity projects. Min Aung Hlaing assured India that Myanmar's territory would not be used by groups threatening Indian security. The visit drew condemnation from civil society groups, who called Min Aung Hlaing an illegitimate leader responsible for atrocities. India defended the engagement, citing strategic interests including managing a porous 1,600-kilometer border with ethnic insurgencies, countering China's influence in Myanmar, and securing access to rare earth minerals. The joint statement emphasized close engagement at all levels, though no media address followed the summit.
The DiplomatMyanmar Assures India Its Territory Will Not Be Used Against New Delhi's Security Interests
Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing, on a five-day visit to India, assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Myanmar's territory would not be used against India's security interests. The wide-ranging talks covered trade, defence, energy, border management, and regional stability. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that PM Modi raised the issue of detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi in the context of Myanmar's peace process, emphasizing India's support for inclusive dialogue. Both sides agreed to deepen cooperation in trade, investment, health, education, energy, and critical technologies like AI. The visit comes less than two months after Aung Hlaing became president following parliamentary elections held after the 2021 military coup. Myanmar shares a 1,640-km border with Indian states including militancy-hit Nagaland and Manipur.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.PM Modi holds wide-ranging talks with Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held comprehensive talks with Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi on June 1, 2026, focusing on boosting bilateral cooperation in trade, connectivity, border security, and defence. The meeting took place during President Aung Hlaing's five-day visit to India, which comes less than two months after he was elected president following Myanmar's parliamentary elections held in December and January. The elections followed years of protests against the military junta that seized power in a 2021 coup, overthrowing Aung San Suu Kyi's government. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met the Myanmar President on May 31 to discuss key bilateral issues. Aung Hlaing is accompanied by a high-level delegation including cabinet ministers, senior officials, and business leaders. He will also travel to Mumbai for business and industry interactions and site visits.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.NSA Ajit Doval meets Myanmar President Aung Hlaing in New Delhi
India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met Myanmar's President U Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi on May 31, 2026, to discuss bilateral ties ahead of the Myanmarese leader's scheduled talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The five-day visit focuses on trade, connectivity, border security, and defence cooperation. Hlaing became president after Myanmar's parliamentary elections held in December and January, following years of protests against the military junta that seized power in a 2021 coup. Myanmar shares a 1,640-kilometre border with several Indian northeastern states, including militancy-hit Nagaland and Manipur. Hlaing is accompanied by a high-level delegation including cabinet ministers and business leaders. He will also travel to Mumbai on June 2 for business interactions. The visit was originally planned around the International Big Cat Alliance Summit, which has been deferred.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Myanmar President Aung Hlaing Begins Five-Day India Visit
Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing arrived in India on May 30 for a five-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation. The visit focuses on key areas including trade, connectivity, border security, and defence. The meeting underscores ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two neighboring countries, with discussions expected to enhance economic ties and security collaboration along their shared border.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Myanmar President Aung Hlaing begins five-day India visit with focus on trade, security, and connectivity
Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing arrived in India on May 30, 2026, for a five-day official visit, beginning with a spiritual stop at the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya. The visit, his first since becoming president after Myanmar's parliamentary elections, aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, connectivity, border security, and defence. Aung Hlaing is accompanied by a high-level delegation including cabinet ministers and business leaders. He is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 1 and participate in a business forum. The visit also includes a trip to Mumbai for industry interactions. India's External Affairs Ministry highlighted that issues of border security and connectivity will be discussed, framing Myanmar at the confluence of India's Neighbourhood First, Act East, and MAHASAGAR policies. The visit comes less than two months after Aung Hlaing assumed the presidency following elections held after years of protests against the military junta that seized power in 2021.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.India’s policy on Myanmar will be pragmatic, says official
A senior Indian official stated that India will maintain a pragmatic policy toward Myanmar, indicating that criticism over engaging Myanmar's President U Min Aung Hlaing will not deter New Delhi from building ties with the military-backed regime. The remarks came ahead of Hlaing's five-day visit to India starting May 30, 2026. The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted the 'civilisational ties' between the two countries and noted a significant business component to the visit. Hlaing is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu, and attend a business forum. Pro-democracy groups opposed to the 2021 coup attempted to protest in New Delhi but were detained by police. An exiled activist suggested the visit is more important for Hlaing than a trip to China, as it may lend credibility to his government.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.India to host Myanmar President Hlaing, exiled govt. calls him a ‘terrorist junta leader’
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing will visit India from May 30 to June 3, 2026, his first foreign trip since winning a controversial election that excluded opposition parties. The visit, announced by India's External Affairs Ministry, will begin in Bodh Gaya for prayers at the Maha Bodhi temple and meetings with Myanmar nationals and monks. He will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 1 and participate in a business forum in Delhi, followed by meetings in Mumbai. The exiled National Unity Government (NUG) has protested, calling Hlaing a 'terrorist junta leader' and urging India not to grant him legitimacy. The visit occurs amid intensified Myanmar military attacks on rebel targets near India's border. Expected discussion topics include border management, arms and drug trafficking, scam centers, and the India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway project.
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