Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, participated in the ‘Deck Reception’ aboard Indian Navy Survey Ship INS Sandhayak in Yangon, Myanmar. His visit coincided with preparations for the upcoming inaugural ceremony of Myanmar’s new President, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, scheduled for April 10 in Naypyidaw. Singh highlighted the strong ties between India and Myanmar during interactions with senior officials, emphasizing the alignment with India’s MAHASAGAR vision as outlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Upon his arrival in Yangon, Singh was welcomed by the Indian Ambassador to Myanmar, Abhay Thakur, and U Zaw Phyo Win, Director-General in Myanmar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During his stay, the Minister will engage in discussions with Myanmar government representatives, participate in bilateral activities focusing on trade, economic cooperation, and development aid, and engage with the Indian community and well-wishers.
The Indian Embassy in Yangon shared that Singh’s visit includes attending the President of Myanmar’s inauguration, meetings with government dignitaries, and interactions with the Indian diaspora and friends of India. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that Singh’s visit to Myanmar spans four days from April 8 to 11, following an invitation from the Myanmar government.
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing assumed the presidency on April 3 after winning the majority of votes among three contenders. His Vice Presidents are former military-appointed Prime Minister Nyo Saw and Nan Ni Ni Aye, the Karen State chair of the military-backed Union Solidarity and Development Party. In a recent development, Hlaing appointed General Ye Win Oo as the new Commander-in-Chief, marking a significant transition in Myanmar’s leadership structure.
Since taking office in 2021, Min Aung Hlaing has been at the helm of Myanmar’s governance. The country witnessed elections in late 2025 and early 2026, resulting in a victory for the Union Solidarity and Development Party. Analysts anticipate that Myanmar’s political landscape, which has been in a deadlock for several years, is poised to enhance both local and regional stability in the foreseeable future.
