In New Delhi, Military Ruler Seeks More Counterterrorism Cooperation

July 27 2010

Burma

Burma and India are set to sign a number of agreements to expand cooperation in several areas, including counterterrorism, reports the Indo-Asian News Service.

Gen. Than Shwe, the military ruler of Burma, is on a five-day visit to India.

Counterterrorism cooperation is said to be at the top of the agenda.

Insurgents from India's northeastern states still find shelter along the Indian-Burma border, according to Indian intelligence sources.

Burmese and Indian officials are...

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