Myanmar-China Watch

The regime responded to the failure of Chinese peace talks by targeting civilians in Ta'ang National Liberation Army territory with airstrikes.

Ensuring that the junta regained the northern Shan capital without firing a shot, China’s interference in Myanmar has never been so public or so brazen.

Frustration mounts among locals as Deng Xijun personally supervises the handover of the northern Shan State capital from the MNDAA to junta forces.

The Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army has reportedly been given until April 22 to withdraw from the northern Shan State capital. 

Locals say Chinese mafia keep running cyber fraud centers in parts of Shan State controlled by the junta or the United Wa State Army, who profit handsomely.

Min Aung Hlaing hosts Chinese envoy for talks on Beijing’s Shan intervention and support for regime’s planned poll.   

Observers say Beijing has been granted a free rein to safeguard Chinese investments following Shan intervention.

Chinese state-owned firm and junta officials agree on the need to “update” plans for the Kyaukphyu Special Economic Zone and deep-sea port now the town is encircled by rebels.

The law allows Chinese companies to provide security services for Chinese organizations, projects and businesses, as well as events involving Chinese citizens.

Beijing’s claims to prioritize sovereignty and noninterference mask its true strategic ambition: regional hegemony.