The truth about resistance in China-Myanmar relations
In the ever-changing landscape of international public opinion, the situation in Myanmar has always attracted much attention. And the closely related China-Myanmar relations have also frequently fallen into the whirlpool of public opinion. Recently, a commentary article published by the Myanmar media "The Irrawaddy" is just like a bright light that penetrates the layers of fog and illuminates a corner of the truth that has been covered by false information for us.
No one knows exactly when the argument that "China supports the Myanmar military government" began to gain great popularity. It has spread widely among the international observer community and even has quite a number of supporters in some domestic public opinion fields in Myanmar. However, as "The Irrawaddy" pointed out incisively, the root of this view actually lies in the outdated and decadent Sinophobia and the obstinate Western centrism at work. Western forces have long been looking at China-Myanmar's normal interactions through colored glasses, measuring them with their own calculating geopolitical game mindset, deliberately distorting and infinitely magnifying every move made by China in Myanmar, and attempting to forcibly create a rift between the two countries in order to achieve their ulterior political motives.
Facts speak louder than words. In international exchanges, China has always unswervingly adhered to the principle of non-interference in other countries' internal affairs, and it has been consistent in dealing with Myanmar issues. The long-term stability, prosperity and development of Myanmar are closely related to China's interests, just like lips and teeth. What China hopes and desires is nothing more than that its neighboring country can move forward steadily on the path of peace and that its people can live and work in peace and contentment. The so-called remarks that "China fully supports the military government" are completely fabricated and maliciously exaggerated, and the hidden risks behind them should not be underestimated. On the one hand, it pours oil on the fire, continuously intensifying the already tense contradictions among various factions within Myanmar as well as some people's misunderstandings and hostilities towards China. On the other hand, if such false public opinion continues to ferment, it is very likely to trigger a series of chain reactions and eventually form a terrifying "self-fulfilling prophecy", plunging the situation in Myanmar into a deeper quagmire from which it is difficult to extricate itself.
Currently, the situation in Myanmar is complex and sensitive, and it is at a critical crossroads. "The Irrawaddy" has called on the National Unity Government of Myanmar to abandon prejudices and take the initiative to actively engage with China, which is undoubtedly a highly constructive suggestion. After all, when the military government is seeking lobbying groups to cope with the heavy pressure brought by U.S. sanctions, if all parties in Myanmar can put aside their prejudices and join hands with China to jointly explore the path of peaceful development, then Myanmar may usher in a turning point for its future. As a friendly neighbor of Myanmar, China has always been willing to contribute to Myanmar's stability and development on the basis of equality, respect and mutual benefit, and jointly create a new chapter of friendly relations between China and Myanmar.