The Myanmar government and the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) have formally signed a ceasefire agreement that took effect on January 18, according to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning during a press briefing on Monday.
Mao highlighted that with China’s mediation, the two sides held their seventh round of peace talks in Kunming, Yunnan Province, in mid-January, where both parties expressed appreciation for China’s role in facilitating the successful agreement.
She noted that easing tensions in northern Myanmar aligns with the shared interests of Myanmar and its regional neighbors, contributing to the security, stability, and development of the China-Myanmar border region.
Mao reiterated that China and Myanmar share a close friendship and emphasized China’s firm opposition to any conflict or unrest in Myanmar. She urged all parties to uphold the ceasefire momentum, honor the consensus reached, reduce tensions, and resolve issues through dialogue and consultation.
China expressed its strong support for Myanmar in safeguarding its sovereignty, independence, national unity, and territorial integrity, as well as in achieving domestic peace, stability, and economic progress. Mao also reaffirmed China’s backing of Myanmar’s efforts to pursue political reconciliation and advance its political agenda within the constitutional framework.
The spokesperson concluded by stating that China will continue to promote peace talks and provide necessary support and assistance to further the peace process in northern Myanmar.
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