Myanmar-Russia Diplomatic Ties: PM, President exchange messages on 75th Anniversary

Chairman of the State Administration Council and Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing sent a message to President of the Russian Federation Mr. Vladimir Putin on the occasion of the 75th Diamond Jubilee of the establishment of Diplomatic Relations between the two countries falling on the 18th of February 2023.

In his message, the Prime Minister said that notwithstanding the changing international landscape, the bilateral relations and cooperation between Myanmar and the Russian Federation remain warm and close. There are also substantive people-to-people ties between two countries.

Myanmar always considers Russia an important and reliable partner. It highly value and appreciates Russia’s consistent support for Myanmar, both bilaterally and multilaterally, particularly during its difficult times. Bonds of friendship and cooperation in trade, investment, tourism and cultural sectors will be elevated to new heights with the inauguration of the Myanmar Consulates-General in St. Petersburg and Novosibirsk in the near future.

The year 2023 is an opportune time not only to commemorate the historic milestone in the bilateral ties but also to reflect and invigorate the bilateral relations and mutually beneficial cooperation. A series of commemorative events and activities planned to be held on both sides throughout the year will also pave the way for the further advancement of the bilateral relationship.

Through his message, the Prime Minister reaffirms the commitment of the Government of Myanmar to work more closely with the Government of the Russian Federation to further strengthen the bilateral relations and expand cooperation in all spheres of common interest that will contribute to the stability and prosperity of the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

Likewise, President of the Russian Federation Mr. Vladimir Putin sent a message to the Prime Minister on this 75th Diamond Jubilee of the establishment of Diplomatic Relations between the two countries.

Through his message, the President said that Russia-Myanmar ties are developing in an upward direction. There are successes in significantly expanding political contacts, and mutually beneficial cooperation in the trade and economic, military and technical, humanitarian and other areas.

Russia and Myanmar stand together for building a fair multipolar world order based on genuine equality and the rule of international law. By joining the efforts, the countries will manage to further build up constructive bilateral interaction in all spheres. This, no doubt, meets the interests of the people and contributes to strengthening security and stability in the Asian-Pacific region.