AT the invitation of the Union Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar U Tin Maung Swe, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia Mr Sugiono and spouse, accompanied by an Indonesian delegation, paid an official visit to Nay Pyi Taw on 8 June 2026.
The Union Minister received and held a bilateral meeting with the delegation led by the Indonesian Foreign Minister at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the afternoon of the same day.
During the meeting, the two Foreign Ministers cordially discussed matters pertaining to strengthening the longstanding friendship between the two countries, enhancing cooperation to open a new chapter in bilateral relations, including diplomatic ties, cooperation in regional and international fora, including ASEAN. They also exchanged views on promoting collaboration in the areas of mutual benefit.
The Union Minister for Foreign Affairs expressed sincere thanks to Indonesia for its constructive appreciation of Myanmar’s peace process and political developments. He stated that cooperation between the two Foreign Ministries would be further elevated. He emphasized that Myanmar, as a responsible member of ASEAN, is actively engaged with ASEAN and will continue its efforts through a Myanmar-owned and Myanmar-led process aligned with the country’s prevailing circumstances. He also conveyed gratitude to Indonesia and other ASEAN Member States for their support for Myanmar’s positive developments. He requested that Indonesia provide training courses for human resource development in Myanmar.
The Indonesian Foreign Minister affirmed that Indonesia is committed to enhancing its existing relations with Myanmar. He fully acknowledged Myanmar’s efforts towards peace, national reconciliation, and democratic transition following the emergence of a new government through elections. He further recognized Myanmar’s implementation of the ASEAN Five-Point statement through a Myanmar-led and Myanmar-owned process. Noting that Myanmar has been an integral part of the ASEAN family, he expressed Indonesia’s desire to see Myanmar’s continued participation in ASEAN activities. The Indonesian Foreign Minister added that Indonesia understands the unique challenges faced by a multi-ethnic society in Myanmar and wishes to support Myanmar’s peace process. He also expressed a keen interest in enhancing cooperation in the economic, education, health, people-to-people exchange, and humanitarian assistance.
The Indonesian delegation led by the Foreign Minister and spouse arrived in Nay Pyi Taw by a special flight on the afternoon of 8 June 2026 and was welcomed by U Naing Min Kyaw, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, the director-general and officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The delegation departed for Indonesia on the evening of the same day. — MNA
