CNI News
January 28, 2026
Mr. Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that China supports maintaining political stability through the elections recently held in Myanmar.
He made these remarks on January 25, 2026, in response to a question from a reporter at The Chinese Global Program Center of China Media Group regarding Myanmar’s general elections.
Mr. Guo Jiakun stated: "China consistently and firmly adheres to the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and does not interfere in Myanmar's internal affairs. As a good neighbor, we support all parties in Myanmar in implementing a broader, firmer, and more sustainable peace and reconciliation through the elections. We hope to see a rapid improvement in the situation and for everyone to work together to maintain political stability."
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing.
He further added that China, alongside international organizations, respects the choice of the Myanmar people and will continue to provide constructive assistance to restore peace, stability, and development in the country.
He also noted that representatives from China, Russia, India, ASEAN nations, and various international organizations monitored the Myanmar elections. He congratulated the process, stating it was stable, systematic, and saw active participation from voters.
Furthermore, Mr. Guo Jiakun emphasized that China will continue to deepen and implement the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership between the two countries.
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing.
The 2025 Myanmar General Election was held in three phases: Phase 1: December 28, 2025, Phase 2: January 11, 2026, Phase 3: January 25, 2026.
A total of 57 political parties (6 union-level parties and 51 regional/state-level parties) and 4,863 independent candidates participated in the elections.
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing stated that state power will be transferred to the winning party, marking a significant turning point for the country. He noted that Parliament (Hluttaw) will be convened in March, and a new government—which he anticipates will be a highly coordinated administration—will be formed in April.
