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Reconciling Values and Interests with Myanmar: A Virtual Roundtable

Background

Following the February 2021 coup in Myanmar, India has called for an eventual return to democratic rule, while continuing to engage with all parties, including the Tatmadaw. India's interests with Myanmar are broad, and cover counter-terrorism, connectivity, trade, multilateral diplomatic engagement, and maritime security.

Event Details

To discuss how India balances values and interests in its relationship with Myanmar, ORF America and ORF are co-hosting a virtual discussion on Thursday, January 20 from 7:15 - 8:30 pm IST/8:45-10:00 am EST. Four regional experts will serve as discussants for the event.

The event is open to the public. Registration is required for the roundtable, which will be held under the Chatham House Rule.

Featuring

  • Amb. Rajiv Bhatia, Former Indian Ambassador to Myanmar and Distinguished Fellow, Gateway House.

  • Dr. Sreeradha Datta, Center Head and Senior Fellow Neighborhood Studies, Vivekananda International Foundation.

  • Mr. Sanjay Pulipaka, Senior Fellow Research Programmes and Strategic Neighborhood, Delhi Policy Group.

  • Dr. Constantino Xavier, Fellow in Foreign Policy and Security Studies, Center for Social and Economic Progress.

Moderated By

Dhruva Jaishankar, Executive Director, Observer Research Foundation America

Niranjan Sahoo, PhD, Senior Fellow, Observer Research Foundation

Register

Please RSVP using the given link to confirm your participation and receive the web link: https://bit.ly/31WHUsG