Myanmar military leader discusses air defense with Russian Defense Minister

Myanmar military leader Min Aung Laing discussed air defense during a recent meeting with Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu in Moscow. Mr. Laing took part in an international military conference in Moscow last week, during which he met Mr. Shoigu.

Myanmar’s military leader said, “We mainly discussed air defense issues in the meeting. There is bilateral interest in expanding mutual cooperation in this area. There is a need to enhance the capability of air defense in the interest of Myanmar.

It is noteworthy that the army in Myanmar took control of the country in a coup on February

1. There have been massive protests since the coup. On the other hand, the military officials justified the move, saying that a resolution has been taken to transfer power after the new elections, although no date has been fixed for it.