PM Modi Meets Myanmar’s General Min Aung Hlaing at BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand, Assures Full Support for Earthquake Relief
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Myanmar’s military leader, General Min Aung Hlaing, on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, Thailand. During their first-ever meeting, PM Modi expressed condolences over the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar and assured India’s full support in recovery and relief efforts.
PM Modi shared the update on social media, stating:
“Met Myanmar’s military General Min Aung Hlaing on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC conference in Bangkok. Expressed condolences for the loss of life and property in the recent earthquake. India is committed to supporting our brothers and sisters in Myanmar during this difficult time.”
The two leaders discussed strengthening bilateral ties, including cooperation in connectivity, infrastructure development, capacity building, and other key sectors.
General Min Aung Hlaing expressed gratitude for India’s swift response and relief aid. He specifically praised PM Modi’s leadership during the Bhuj earthquake in Gujarat and highlighted how India’s experience in disaster management can serve as a model for Myanmar and other countries.
India has launched Operation Brahma to assist earthquake-hit Myanmar, deploying NDRF teams and establishing military field hospitals near Mandalay. The Myanmar government has acknowledged and appreciated India’s rapid humanitarian response following the March 28 quake, which has claimed over 3,000 lives and left around 5,000 injured, with more than 370 people still missing. The meeting lasted approximately 35 minutes and reaffirmed India’s commitment to regional solidarity.
