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Dr S. Jaishankar, the External Affairs Minister of India discussed Myanmar and Indian affairs 26 June with Myanmar Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Than Shwe as he transited New Delhi.
Dr S. Jaishankar, reporting on the meeting on Facebook, said he discussed India’s deep concern over the impact of continuing violence and instability in Myanmar on their border.
He stressed that India is open to engaging all stakeholders in addressing this situation.
Dr S. Jaishankar said he particularly flagged illegal narcotics, arms smuggling and trafficking in persons as priority challenges, and sought cooperation for the early return of Indian nationals trapped in Myawaddy.
In addition, he pressed for credible security protection for India’s ongoing projects in the crisis-hit country.
Dr S. Jaishankar “urged (the) early return to the path of democratic transition in Myanmar,” noting that “India stands ready to help in any manner.”
