Top leaders of Myanmar and Russia Monday exchanged messages of felicitation on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, appraising the friendship and cooperation of the two nations over the past six decades, according to the official newspaper New Ligth of Myanmar.
Than Shwe, Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council, in his message to his Russian counterpart, President Vladimir V Putin, said that in this new millennium there are many challenges that both of the countries have to face, expressing Myanmar's desire to jointly work with the Russian Federation in resolving the common challenges bilaterally as well as mulitlaterally in the spirit of mutual understanding, confidence and active cooperation.
Than Shwe also expressed Myanmar's belief that the two countries' common endeavors would assist in quest for peace, security and prosperity not only among the two countries but also the region as a whole.
Putin, in his message to Than Shwe, also expressed confidence that fruitful interaction will be the basis for further development of bilateral relations, broadening of contacts and strengthening of mutual understanding between the two peoples.
Putin wishes Myanmar success in the implementation of large-scale political changes as well as well being and prosperity to all citizens of Myanmar.
On the occasion, Myanmar Prime Minister General Thein Sein, in his message to his Russian counterpart Viktor Zubkov also said Myanmar looks forward to working closely with Russia to further consolidate and develop the existing friendly relations through frequent contacts and exchange of visits between leaders of the two countries as well as officials at various levels and to enhance cooperation in the areas of mutual interest in the spirit of equality and mutual benefit.
The Russian Prime Minister, in the message to his Myanmar counterpart, hopes for continuation of close interaction between the two governments with the aim of further enhancing and diversification of Russia-Myanmar relations, especially in trade and investment.
Similarly, the two countries' foreign ministers also exchanged such messages of felicitation on the occasion.
Myanmar and Russia forged diplomatic link in 1948.
Source: Xinhua
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