That he chose India over China, Russia or an Asean country was itself significant. Besides, India offered Myanmar access to a vast market, strong institutions, affordable technology, and a partnership that does not threaten its sovereignty. Later, President Hliang travelled to China (June 15 to 19), signing 18 agreements across trade, infrastructure, security and technology. Myanmar remains under-studied in India and is often reduced to narrow images of military rule, insurgency, refugees, narcotics or Chinese influence. Myanmar may be the most under-rated, least understood, yet most consequential neighbour India will have in the years ahead.