Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing will meet Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin during his official visit to Russia. The Russian president and Myanmar leader will meet on Tuesday, August 18.
The Kremlin said the talks would assess prospects for expanding Russia-Myanmar cooperation in various fields. The leaders are also expected to discuss current international and regional issues.
Some bilateral documents are scheduled to be signed during the visit.
Putin and Min Aung Hlaing's previous meetings
The leaders of Russia and Myanmar have met several times in recent years. One of these meetings took place at the Kremlin in March 2025.
Energy and defense in Russia-Myanmar relations
Moscow and Naypyidaw maintain close political and defense ties. Russia is also involved in energy and infrastructure projects in Myanmar.
Min Aung Hlaing made three visits to Russia last year. After meeting Putin in March, the Myanmar leader attended a military parade in May marking the 80th anniversary of victory in World War II and the World Atomic Week forum in September.
Vladimir Putin has not visited Myanmar to date.