A Myanmar delegation is set to participate in person in the Eastern Economic Forum in Russia's Vladivostok, according to Roscongress foundation, urdupoint.com reported.

"The delegation of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar confirmed its in-person participation in the VI Eastern Economic Forum, which is to take place from September 2-4 in Vladivostok. The delegation will be headed by Minister of Planning and Finance Win Shein and will also include diplomats," the statement read.

Myanmar expects new opportunities for business and economic cooperation with Russia, including the expansion of economic ties. The Asian country exports agricultural products and fishery to Russia and imports fertilizers, diesel fuel, and petrol, the minister said.