China embraces Myanmar’s president as former junta chief seeks legitimacy (opens original article in a new tab)

Myanmar's president meets China's leader for a state visit, aiming to strengthen diplomatic ties and secure strategic interests amid ongoing conflict and international criticism.

• Myanmar's leader Min Aung Hlaing meets Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing for a state visit to gain diplomatic legitimacy.
• China's focus during the visit is on strategic interests including border security, rare earths, and infrastructure projects in Myanmar.
• Analysts note that China's engagement with Myanmar's military leadership reflects a broader geopolitical strategy amid Western disengagement.