MoFA Dy Minister receives Indonesian Ambassador, Deputy Minister for Asia-Pacific & Africa

U Naing Min Kyaw, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, received a delegation led by Ambassador Mr Santo Darmosumarto, Deputy Minister for Asia-Pacific and Africa of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday.
The two deputy ministers exchanged views on enhancing bilateral relations and cooperation, strengthening collaboration under the ASEAN framework, advancing Myanmar’s peace efforts, and the upcoming 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits.
Deputy Minister U Naing Min Kyaw acknowledged Indonesia’s constructive engagement regarding the developments in Myanmar. He stated that the Government prioritizes stability, peace and national development. He also highlighted that, as a responsible member of ASEAN, Myanmar has been cooperating to the fullest extent possible in implementing the ASEAN Five-Point Statement, without compromising its national sovereignty and national interests. He further emphasized that the ASEAN Affairs Committee had been established to enhance cooperation with ASEAN. He also discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation. Furthermore, he underscored the importance of enhancing cooperation with ASEAN through a Myanmar-led and Myanmar-owned approach to restoring Myanmar’s original role and rights within ASEAN.
Deputy Minister for Asia-Pacific and Africa of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Indonesia Mr Santo Darmosumarto noted that his visit had provided valuable insights and information regarding the recent developments in Myanmar. He reaffirmed Indonesia’s support for Myanmar’s peace process and expressed Indonesia’s willingness to continue working together to enhance Myanmar’s original role and rights within ASEAN through a Myanmar-led and Myanmar-owned approach. He also highlighted the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
Following the meeting, the deputy minister hosted a dinner in honour of the delegation led by the deputy minister for Asia-Pacific and Africa of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia at the MGallery Sofitel Hotel in Nay Pyi Taw. — MoFA