Manila, April 3 -- Malacanang on Friday said the Philippines will continue engaging with Myanmar following the election of military leader Min Aung Hlaing, who was elected president through a parliamentary vote.

Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the Philippines is taking note of recent political developments in Myanmar, particularly the election of Min Aung as president.

"The Philippines will continue to engage relevant authorities and stakeholders in Myanmar through Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, in her capacity as Special Envoy of the ASEAN Chair to Myanmar, as well as through our respective embassies," Castro said.

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