An ADB delegation led by Stephen P. Groff, Vice President for East Asia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific, met with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi in Nay Pyi Taw on 19 August to exchange views on Myanmar's development challenges.

The National League for Democracy parliamentarian emphasized the importance of empowerment and promoting sustainable, inclusive economic development and job creation.

During the meeting, ADB's re-engagement with Myanmar, as part of an ongoing consultation process with a broad range of stakeholders, was also discussed.

Mr. Groff was joined by Kunio Senga, Director General of ADB's Southeast Asia Department, and other ADB staff.