China to play a constructive role in Myanmar peace process - Xi Jinping

Almaty. November 27. Silkroadnews – China will play a constructive role in the peace process in Myanmar, President of China Xi Jinping said, Xinhua news agency reported.
“China pays great attention to the peace process in Myanmar, and is willing to play a constructive role in this regard for the security and stability in their border areas,” President Xi Jinping said during a meeting with Myanmar’s Commander-in-Chief of Defense Services Sen-Gen Min Aung Hlaing.
It is noted that Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), said the 19th CPC National Congress has adopted a plan for economic and social reform and development of China for many years to come.
“It will not only inject great vitality into China’s own development, but also bring new opportunities for various countries, including Myanmar, in their cooperation with China,” the agency quoted him saying.
Hailing the “profound bilateral friendship”, Xi urged both countries to strengthen strategic communication and take into account each other’s issues. With this he stressed, China has always respected the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Myanmar.
Min Aung Hlaing said Myanmar expects to actively participate in China’s Belt and Road initiative, as well as to expand cooperation with China in various fields.