Bangkok, April 3, 2025 — Myanmar’s Senior General Min Aung Hlaing has urged Nepalese Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli to share Nepal’s experiences in post-earthquake reconstruction efforts. The request was made during their meeting on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok.

The two leaders met on Thursday evening at the Shangri-La Hotel, where they discussed disaster response and bilateral cooperation. According to a statement released by Myanmar’s State Administration Council (SAC), Prime Minister Oli recalled the devastating 2015 earthquake in Nepal, which resulted in over 9,000 deaths and more than 23,000 injuries, necessitating extensive reconstruction efforts.

Senior General Min Aung Hlaing noted Myanmar’s history of humanitarian assistance, emphasizing that the Tatmadaw (Myanmar’s military) had promptly sent relief supplies to Nepal in 2015. He also expressed appreciation for Nepal’s support following Myanmar’s recent earthquake.

Beyond disaster recovery, the discussion covered Myanmar’s upcoming general elections, scheduled for December. The Senior General reiterated the government’s commitment to holding a free, fair, and inclusive multi-party democratic election. The leaders also explored ways to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance collaboration in trade, investment, tourism, and other areas of mutual interest.

The BIMSTEC Summit, which brings together leaders from South and Southeast Asia, serves as a platform for regional cooperation on economic and strategic matters.

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