A meeting on “Initiative for ASEAN Integration-IAI Annual Review concerning the Myanmar-Singapore Cooperation programme” was conducted at the Chindwin Hall of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday.
During the meeting, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs U Ko Ko Kyaw delivered opening remarks emphasizing the need to optimize Myanmar’s role in ASEAN and highlighted the importance of enhancing coordination between ministries, implementing the country’s policies, addressing social interests, and national prioritizing programmes through ASEAN mechanisms. He also encouraged the participants to explore ways to strengthen inter-ministerial cooperation.
The deputy minister underscored the significance of the Initiative for ASEAN Integration (IAI), a process designed to prioritize the development of CLMV countries (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam) to bridge the development gap within ASEAN and noted that Singapore remains a key donor for development aid and capacity building. Furthermore, the deputy minister encouraged ministries to review the strengths and weaknesses of the IAI courses conducted in 2024 and propose more effective training programmes that align with their needs for 2025.
The meeting was attended by around 52 government senior officials and personnel representing 29 ministries under the three ASEAN Community Pillars. — MNA
