The head of the military, which holds real power in Myanmar, commended the presidents of the Japan Myanmar Association for their contribution to the friendship with Myanmar.

It seems that the military wants to appeal its close relationship with Japan through the awards, amidst the deepening isolation from the international community.

Myanmar's state media reported on the 20th that former post minister Hideo Watanabe, chairman of the Japan Myanmar Association, and Liberal Democratic Party vice president Aso were commended for their contribution to friendship with Myanmar.



Chairman Watanabe attended the ceremony held in Nay Pyi Taw, the capital, and received a medal from Commander-in-Chief Min Aung Hlaing, the top military leader.



State media praised General Min Aung Hlaing, saying, "With your efforts, cooperation and friendship between Myanmar and Japan will continue to develop." It is said that he has expressed his desire to work on the development of



In Myanmar, the military continues to oppress its citizens, and the isolation from the international community is deepening, and it seems that the military wants to emphasize its close relationship with Japan through the awards.