Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed support for Myanmar’s leader Min Aung Hlaing during talks in Beijing on Tuesday, as the two countries moved to deepen political and economic cooperation.
Min Aung Hlaing, Myanmar’s military chief-turned-president, is visiting China for five days. The trip is his first state visit to China since he formalised his leadership following disputed elections in Myanmar.
China’s state media said Xi pledged to strengthen relations with Myanmar, calling for closer cooperation and continued friendship between the two nations.
The two leaders discussed regional stability, economic development and major infrastructure projects. They witnessed the signing of 18 cooperation agreements covering areas including transport, trade, disaster relief, healthcare and media.
China remains one of Myanmar’s key international partners after the military took power in 2021, triggering widespread conflict inside the country.
Beijing urged Myanmar’s political groups to pursue dialogue and reconciliation, saying peace and stability would serve the country’s long-term interests.
China also called for the protection and advancement of major projects under the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor, including energy pipelines and planned port infrastructure linking China’s southwestern region to the Indian Ocean.
Analysts say Min Aung Hlaing’s visits to major regional powers, including China, indicate efforts to strengthen international recognition and diplomatic support.
Reporting by Liz Lee and Ethan Wang | Editing by Himani Sarkar and Kate Mayberry
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