Tianjin, August 30, 2025 – Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China’s support for Myanmar’s political structure and its efforts toward development and stability during a meeting with Myanmar’s Acting President and Chairman of the State Security and Peace Commission, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing. The discussions took place at the Tianjin Guesthouse on the evening of August 30, as part of Senior General Min Aung Hlaing’s working visit to the People’s Republic of China at the invitation of President Xi.

President Xi emphasized China’s consistent stance in supporting Myanmar’s progress and stability, expressing gratitude for Myanmar’s participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit 2025 and the 80th anniversary commemorations of China’s victory in the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the global anti-fascist war.

In response, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing highlighted Myanmar’s historical resistance against fascism, noting that the Myanmar Armed Forces commemorate March 27, 1945, as the start of their anti-fascist revolution, which is also marked as Armed Forces Day. He added that Myanmar celebrated the 80th anniversary of this milestone on March 27, 2025. He further underscored the significance of the SCO Summit in fostering international cooperation, noting Myanmar’s status as a dialogue partner since May 2023 and expressing hope for China’s continued support in Myanmar’s bid to become a full SCO member.

The leaders reviewed agreements reached during their May 2025 meeting in Moscow, focusing on countering foreign interference in Myanmar’s political affairs, enhancing the China-Myanmar strategic partnership, and promoting Myanmar’s stability. They also discussed Myanmar’s dignified participation in international and regional organizations.

Key topics included cooperation on Myanmar’s peace process, boosting trade, accelerating projects under the One Belt, One Road (OBOR) initiative and the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor (CMEC), sustainable use of natural resources, and China’s assistance following the Mandalay earthquake. Both leaders emphasized strengthening bilateral ties and supporting Myanmar’s upcoming multi-party democratic general elections scheduled for December 28, 2025, including preparations for international election observers.

President Xi reiterated China’s diplomatic support for Myanmar’s election preparations and its SCO membership aspirations, while both sides committed to deepening collaboration across various sectors. The discussions, described as open and constructive, underscored the mutual commitment to advancing bilateral relations and regional cooperation, according to a statement from Myanmar’s state media.

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