Belarus and Myanmar reaffirm commitment to strengthening military–technical partnership

On 2–3 November 2026, the 18th meeting of the Belarusian–Myanmar Joint Commission on Military–Technical Cooperation took place in Myanmar. The national sections of the commission were co-chaired by Oleg Mishchenko, First Deputy Minister of the State Authority for Military Industry (SAMI), and Major General Aung Myo Thant, Deputy Minister of Defence of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar.

During the meeting, current and prospective bilateral cooperation projects, the progress made in implementing existing agreements, and priority areas for joint work were discussed in detail. Following the talks, Oleg Mishchenko and Aung Myo Thant signed a final protocol, reaffirming both nations’ commitment to constructive dialogue and the further strengthening of bilateral ties.

Military–technical cooperation remains a key pillar of Belarusian–Myanmar relations. It encompasses the implementation of joint projects, the maintenance and modernisation of equipment, the training of specialists, the exchange of expertise, and the consolidation of long-term partnerships. The commission’s work ensures the practical coordination of these areas and lays a solid foundation for the further development of cooperation.