Prime Minister Lee congratulates Aung San Suu Kyi on victory in Myanmar elections



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SINGAPORE: Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong congratulated Ms. Aung San Suu Kyi and her National League for Democracy (NLD) on Thursday (November 12) after their victory in Sunday’s elections in Myanmar, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

“The results reflect the trust that the people of Myanmar have placed in NLD’s leadership and vision for the country,” said Mr. Lee in his letter to Ms. Aung San Suu Kyi.

“Myanmar and Singapore are old friends and partners for a long time. We have extensive cooperation in many areas, including trade and investment, financial and legal cooperation, infrastructure development and capacity building. “

Mr. Lee noted that the two countries have worked together during the COVID-19 pandemic to maintain supply chains, share information and help their citizens living in each other’s countries.

“I look forward to working with you to strengthen our existing ties and explore new areas of cooperation,” he said.

Mr. Lee wished Ms. Aung San Suu Kyi her continued success and good health, adding that he looks forward to welcoming her back to Singapore.

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