**Executive Summary**
President U Min Aung Hlaing of Myanmar conducted an official visit to India from 30 May to 3 June 2026 to strengthen bilateral cooperation across trade, security, and culture. Key outcomes include a commitment to finalize pending Memoranda of Understanding and the expansion of student scholarships starting in 2026. The visit prioritized regional connectivity projects and the operationalization of the Rupee-Kyat settlement mechanism to enhance economic ties.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Bilateral and Strategic Cooperation**
* Myanmar is recognized as a central component of India’s "Neighbourhood First," "Act East," and "MAHASAGAR" policies.
* Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to sovereignty and territorial integrity, pledging not to allow their territories to be used for activities harmful to the other’s security interests.
* Discussions highlighted the need for early conclusion of ongoing bilateral agreements and Memoranda of Understanding.
**Economic and Trade Relations**
* Both sides agreed to facilitate trade using the Rupee-Kyat settlement mechanism, noting its steady growth since May 2024.
* Key sectors for investment and cooperation include agro-processing, petroleum, energy, and mining.
* The India-Myanmar Business Conclave served as a platform for business heads to explore expanding commercial opportunities in IT, pharmaceuticals, and logistics.
**Connectivity and Infrastructure**
* High priority was placed on the completion of the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport project.
* Joint efforts will continue toward finishing the India-Myanmar-Thailand trilateral highway to foster regional prosperity.
**Education, Culture, and Energy**
* The number of Mekong Ganga ICCR scholarships for Myanmar students will be increased from 36 to 100 annually, beginning in 2026.
* The visit emphasized spiritual and people-to-people links through the President’s pilgrimage to Bodh Gaya.
* Collaboration in clean energy innovation and grid resilience was highlighted following a tour of the NTPC Energy Technology Research Alliance (NETRA).
**Impact Analysis**
**Myanmar Students**
**Impact**
Significant increase in educational opportunities and access to higher education in India.
**Action Required**
Prospective students should prepare to apply for the expanded Mekong Ganga ICCR scholarship program starting in 2026.
**Business Entities and Investors**
**Impact**
Reduced transaction barriers and expanded market access in sectors like energy, agriculture, and construction.
**Action Required**
Businesses should adopt the Rupee-Kyat settlement mechanism for transactions and explore joint ventures in the identified sectors of mutual interest.
**Security and Border Agencies**
**Impact**
Enhanced mandate for cooperation on border management and territorial security.
**Action Required**
Agencies must implement coordinated measures to prevent the misuse of sovereign territory by hostile elements.
**Government Ministries and Implementing Agencies**
**Impact**
Pressure to meet deadlines for major regional infrastructure and connectivity projects.
**Action Required**
Relevant departments must expedite the completion of the Kaladan Multi-Modal project and the trilateral highway.
Key Entities Referenced
Act East Policy: India's strategic framework for strengthening economic and security ties with Southeast Asia, where Myanmar serves as a critical geographic bridge.
MAHASAGAR: A policy initiative (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) focused on regional security and maritime cooperation.
Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport project: A major infrastructure initiative aimed at connecting Indian seaports with Myanmar's Sittwe port to enhance regional connectivity.
India-Myanmar-Thailand trilateral highway: A cross-border road project designed to link India with Southeast Asia to foster economic linkages and shared prosperity.
Rupee-Kyat settlement mechanism: A financial arrangement established to facilitate and enhance bilateral trade by allowing commercial transactions in national currencies.
Prime Minister's Office
India-Myanmar Joint Statement during the
Official Visit of the President of Myanmar to India
Posted On: 01 JUN 2026 7:16PM by PIB Delhi
At the invitation of H.E. Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, H.E. U Min Aung Hlaing,
President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar paid his first Official Visit to India from 30 May to 3
June 2026.
The President was accompanied by the Union Ministers for President’s Office, Foreign Affairs, Finance &
Revenue, Agriculture, Livestock & Irrigation, and Industry & MSME Business Development, and
Governor of the Central Bank of Myanmar. A business delegation from diverse sectors including
agriculture, pharmaceuticals, energy, banking, construction, IT, communications, trading and logistics, as
well as members of the Myanmar-India Friendship Association, were part of the Myanmar delegation.
The Prime Minister of India and the President of Myanmar held talks on 1 June 2026, during which they
reviewed bilateral, regional and global issues of mutual interest and charted the way forward for the
relationship. The Prime Minister hosted a luncheon in honour of the visiting dignitary. Hon’ble President
of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu received the President of Myanmar on the same day. Earlier, External
Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and National Security Adviser Shri Ajit Doval separately called on the
President of Myanmar.
At the commencement of the visit, the President visited Bodh Gaya on 30 May 2026, where he offered
prayers at Mahabodhi Temple, Mahabodhi Meditation Centre and Sujata Temple. These visits to deeply
revered sites underscored the enduring spiritual and Buddhist ties, as well as the people-to-people links,
between the two countries.
The President delivered a keynote speech at the India-Myanmar Business Conclave, jointly organised by
the UMFCCI and CII, in New Delhi on 31 May 2026, where business heads from both sides discussed
avenues for further strengthening and expanding bilateral trade and commercial opportunities. The
President also toured the NTPC Energy Technology Research Alliance (NETRA) complex in Greater
Noida to observe advanced R&D work, including in clean energy innovation, energy efficiency, renewable
energy integration and grid resilience.
In his interaction with the President, the Prime Minister stated that Myanmar lies at the confluence of
India’s Neighbourhood First, Act East and MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for
Security and Growth Across Regions) policies. The discussions underscored the importance of
strengthening bilateral cooperation, including trade and economic ties, defence and security, border
management, development assistance and cultural exchanges. Both sides noted ongoing discussions on
various bilateral Agreements and Memoranda of Understanding and looked forward to their early
conclusion.The Prime Minister underlined that enhanced connectivity would foster mutually beneficial economic
linkages and shared prosperity in the region. In this regard, both sides shared the importance of working
closely towards the completion of Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport project and the India-Myanmar-
Thailand trilateral highway.
The Prime Minister conveyed that the Mekong Ganga ICCR scholarships for Myanmar students would be
enhanced from 36 to 100 from 2026 onwards.
Both sides agreed to facilitate and enhance bilateral trade including through the Rupee-Kyat settlement
mechanism, and appreciated the steady growth in the volume of transactions recorded since its
operationalisation in May 2024. Both sides also expressed support for closer trade and investment
cooperation in the areas of mutual interest such as agro-processing, petroleum, energy, mining sectors, in
accordance with their respective national laws and regulations.
The Prime Minister reaffirmed India’s support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic
of the Union of Myanmar. Both sides underscored the importance of preventing the misuse of sovereign
territory for activities inimical to their security interests. The President reiterated Myanmar’s assurance
that its territory would not be permitted to be used against India’s security interests. The Prime Minister
affirmed that India, as a steadfast and trusted partner of Myanmar, remained committed to deepening
security cooperation between the two countries.
The Prime Minister conveyed support for Myanmar-led efforts towards achieving peace, stability, national
reconciliation and socio-economic development. He also offered continued assistance and cooperation,
based on mutual respect and friendly relations between the two countries. The President appreciated
India’s constructive support and cooperation.
The Prime Minister expressed confidence that the meetings of the President with the Governor of
Maharashtra and the Chief Minister, as well as his business engagements during his upcoming visit to
Mumbai on 02 - 03 June 2026 would further strengthen existing bilateral cooperation and economic ties.
The official visit of President U Min Aung Hlaing reaffirmed the long-standing friendship and close
partnership between Myanmar and India and the shared commitment of both countries to further
strengthen cooperation for the mutual benefit of the two countries. Both sides agreed to continue close
engagement at all levels.
President U Min Aung Hlaing expressed his sincere appreciation to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi
for the warm hospitality extended to him and to the members of his delegation during their stay in India.
The President also extended an invitation to the Prime Minister of India to visit Myanmar at mutually
convenient dates.
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