China’s push to secure its economic interests in Burma (also known as Myanmar) is enabling the military junta’s atrocities against its own people, a high-stakes strategy that experts say is now fueling a backlash that threatens Beijing’s own investments.
Burma’s military government has established a committee to accelerate the rollout of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) projects in the country, independent Burmese media outlet The Irrawaddy reported on Nov. 7, citing the regime’s official gazette.
BRI projects in Burma have faced major setbacks as the deepening post-coup conflict disrupts transport routes and stalls development, prompting Beijing to urge the junta to protect its investments and personnel, according to the news outlet….
China’s Economic Push in Burma Enables Junta Atrocities: Analysts
