Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reiterated India's commitment to strengthen the bilateral relationship with Myanmar in all areas, including defence and security. Talking to Commander-in-Chief of Myanmar Defence Services Senior General U Min Aung Hliang who called on him in New Delhi today, Mr Modi said, a strong and prosperous Myanmar is in India's interest. The Prime Minister said that Myanmar is India's gateway to ASEAN and called for greater connectivity between the two countries and beyond. Mr Modi said, he respects the desire of the people of Myanmar for a transition to a stable multi-party democracy.<br/><br/>General Hliang said, Myanmar considers its relationship with India as very important, not only as a neighbour, but also as a country with longstanding historical and cultural ties, shared interests and strong people-to-people ties. He expressed his commitment to deepen defence and security engagement with India, including in the maritime security domain. He added that Myanmar will remain an important platform in support of India's Act East Policy.