Putin Strengthens Ties with Myanmar as Junta Leader Visits Moscow

Myanmar's military chief seeks deeper cooperation with Russia, a key ally and arms supplier, during high-level talks in Moscow.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Myanmar's junta leader Min Aung Hlaing met in Moscow to discuss expanding political, military, and economic cooperation.
Russia is a major arms supplier to Myanmar, providing critical support to the junta's military operations against opposition forces and ethnic minority groups.
Both nations face heavy Western sanctions, with Myanmar isolated after its 2021 coup and Russia targeted for its actions in Ukraine and Crimea.
Myanmar's leader expressed support for Russia's military campaign in Ukraine, praising Putin's leadership and calling for Russia's victory.
Russian officials highlighted opportunities for collaboration in energy, nuclear power, transport, agriculture, and telecommunications during the visit.