6th Waxing of Tabodwe, 1387 ME

23 January 2026

THE Myanmar delegation, led by Union Minister for the Ministry 2 of the President’s Office U Ko Ko Hlaing and Union Minister for Legal Affairs and Union Attorney-General Dr Thida Oo, is attending oral hearings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, the Netherlands, from 12 to 29 January 2026 to respond under international law to allegations brought by The Gambia. This action demonstrates the responsible conduct of a sovereign State and clearly reflects Myanmar’s commitment to respecting and abiding by international legal principles and norms.

We, the executive committee members and members of the Myanmar-India Friendship Association (MIFA), fully welcome and support the State’s firm and effective efforts to address matters concerning the nation on the basis of trust in the fairness and justice of the rule of law. We believe that such legal engagement will accurately present the realities on the ground, enhance understanding within the international community, and serve as an essential foundation for building confidence and mutual trust.

Accordingly, the executive committee members and members of the Myanmar-India Friendship Association (MIFA) hereby place on record our welcome, support, and recognition of the efforts undertaken by the Myanmar delegation representing the State at the ICJ to resolve the case through legal means. We further declare that our Association stands firmly united with the State’s policies and positions.

Executive Committee

Myanmar-India Friendship Association (MIFA)

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