Jaishankar Urges Democratic Transition Amid Myanmar Crisis

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed deep concern to Myanmar's Deputy PM U Than Shwe regarding violence affecting the Indian border. He emphasized the need for credible security for Indian projects and democratic transition in Myanmar. Jaishankar underscored illegal narcotics and arms smuggling as priority challenges.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday conveyed India's deep concern to Myanmarese counterpart U Than Shwe over the violence and instability in Myanmar that is impacting the Indian border, seeking cooperation for the early return of trapped Indians in Myawaddy town.

During their meeting, Jaishankar pressed for 'credible security' for India's ongoing projects in Myanmar, and called for a swift return to a democratic transition in the troubled nation. He highlighted the severe impact of the ongoing conflict on the Indo-Myanmar border and India's willingness to engage all parties to address the crisis.

Jaishankar particularly flagged illegal narcotics, arms smuggling, and human trafficking as critical challenges, requesting Shwe's cooperation for the early repatriation of Indian nationals. Jaishankar reaffirmed India's readiness to assist in restoring stability in Myanmar.

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