India and Myanmar have reaffirmed their commitment to fight the scourge of terrorism and insurgent activities in all its forms and manifestations. The two countries emphasized the need for enhanced cooperation between the security forces and border guarding agencies for securing peace and stability in the border areas. <br/><br/>It was agreed that the first meeting of India-Myanmar Joint Boundary Group to address all outstanding boundary issues would be held in New Delhi at the earliest. <br/><br/>In Joint Consultative Commission, JCC, meeting held today in New Delhi, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and her Myanmar counterpart U Wunna Maung Lwin also agreed to enthusiastically invest in each other's trade and business. <br/><br/>The Ministers emphasized the importance of enhancing connectivity as a means of promoting commercial, cultural, touristic and other exchanges. <br/><br/>Calling for a closer cooperation in the power and energy sectors, the two countries said that investment by Indian companies in Myanmar should be encouraged in oil and gas sector.
News On AIR | July 16, 2015 6:28 PM
India, Myanmar recommit to fight terrorism, insurgent activities