Myanmar–Philippines relations

Burma–Philippines relations

Myanmar	Philippines

Burma and the Philippines are both members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Formal bilateral and diplomatic relations of both countries established in September 1956.^[1] Burma has an embassy in Manila and the Philippines maintains its embassy in (Yangoon) and later Rangoon.

Bilateral relations

The Philippines was one of the Asian countries most critical of Burma’s military junta prior to its moves toward democracy in 2011. Burma is poised to reap real trade benefits from neighboring countries following its opening up process, now with the Philippines where a bilateral trade meeting to strengthen economic ties.^[2]

Burma and the Philippines strengthen their ties particularly in business and economy. Vice President Jejomar Binay, representing President Benigno Aquino III. Burmese President Thein Sein at the ASEAN-India Commemorative Summit held on 2012 in New Delhi. The Philippines agreed to assist in the development of Burma's agriculture sector through the introduction of rice and banana technologies.^[3] In 2012, Burma is poised to reap real trade benefits from neighboring countries and the Philippines where a bilateral trade meeting to strengthen economic ties. Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert del Rosario meets Foreign Secretary Wunna Maung Lwin in Naypyitaw. The visit of del Rosario brought the relations of the two countries closer. The Philippines now supports the lifting of western sanctions against Burma.^[4]

Others

Philippine Foreign Affairs Albert del Rosario urged Burma's roadmap to democracy, which he said is crucial. Del Rosario conveyed to Burma's Foreign Minister Lwin appeal to free the more than 2,000 political prisoners.^[5]

References

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