Building Strong Ties: PM Modi Visits Myanmar

At this occasion PM Modi presented a 1841 map of a stretch of the River Salween and a sculpture of Bodhi tree to Myanmar President U Htin Kyaw.

The Prime Minister said both countries will review developments in bilateral ties with a focus on “extensive” programme of development cooperation and socio-economic assistance India is undertaking in Myanmar.

PM Modi emphasized on India and Myanmar’s strengthening bond that would subsequently help in fighting against terrorism will toughen trade and investment, infrastructure and energy.

Soon after his arrival in Myanmar PM Modi tweeted “Landed in Naypyitaw, marking the start of my Myanmar visit. I will join a wide range of programs during my visit to Myanmar”

After visiting China for BRICS summit, Prime Minister Modi is in Myanmar today. The objective of the visit to Myanmar is to chart out a roadmap for closer cooperation in areas like security and counter –terrorism. (All photographs source:Twitter)