International Seminar: Global poverty reduction partnership

A Myanmar delegation led by Deputy Minister for Cooperatives and Rural Development U Thaik Soe attended the 2026 International Seminar on Global Poverty Reduction Partnership in Beijing, China, on November 11.

The seminar was organized by the International Poverty Reduction Center in China under the theme “Deepening Partnerships and Innovation for Poverty Reduction.”

In his speech, Deputy Minister U Thaik Soe highlighted Myanmar’s efforts to improve public infrastructure and implement rural development projects, narrow the development gap between rural and urban areas, and promote vocational training programmes to generate income for rural communities.

He also emphasized the importance of promoting strategic cooperation with international partners to address challenges related to digital technology, renewable energy and financial matters.