Importance of Myanmar for India

Q.  Why is Myanmar important for India?
1) Fight terror groups
2) Key to Look East, Act East Policy
3) Oil and gas blocks

- Published on 08 Jul 16

a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3
c. 2, 3
d. All of the above

ANSWER: All of the above
 
  • Myanmar shares border with India and China. This assumes geopolitical significance.
  • India can use help of Myanmar to fight terror outfits like NSCN(K) on the Indo-Myanmar border.
  • Myanmar is also emerging market for Indian Investment.
  • It is an important supplier of lentils, vegetables, timber, etc. to the Northeast India.
  • Trade with Myanmar will benefit the North-East the most.
  • Myanmar is also an attractive exploration target for offshore oil and gas blocks.

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