The Myanmar military (Tatmadaw) is considering a move to procure submarines, the country's deputy defence minister, Rear Admiral Myint Nwe, has confirmed in comments reported by local media. Speaking at a press conference in Naypyidaw on 3 May, he said the potential procurement is driven by a requirement to maintain a balance with neighbouring countries but that any decision will be based on avail-able funding.
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