CNI News
June 16, 2026
Following a bilateral meeting between Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing and Chinese President Xi Jinping during his visit to China, the two nations signed 18 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) on June 16, 2026.
At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing is undertaking an official visit to China from June 15 to June 19, 2026.
On June 16, Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed him at the Great Hall of the People with a guard of honor and a 21-gun salute.
Following the ceremonial welcome, the leaders of both nations held bilateral talks and proceeded to sign the 18 MoUs.
Among these 18 agreements are: An MoU on jointly promoting the Global Security Initiative (GSI) cooperation between Myanmar and China. An MoU on jointly promoting the Global Civilization Initiative (GCI) cooperation between the governments of Myanmar and China. An MoU on the implementation of the Global Development Initiative (GDI).
Additionally, agreements signed include: An MoU on the joint implementation of the Human Resources Development Cooperation Program (2026). An MoU on providing assistance for the reconstruction project of the new Aung San Stadium. A protocol on phytosanitary requirements for the export of traditional Chinese medicinal herbs from Myanmar to China.
Furthermore, the signed documents encompass: A protocol on phytosanitary requirements for the export of fresh bananas from Myanmar to China. A protocol on inspection, quarantine, and sanitary requirements for the export of edible aquatic animals from Myanmar to China. An MoU on implementing the facilitation of cross-border transport in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS). An MoU on cooperation in the health sector.
Other agreements include: An MoU on the China-Myanmar Science and Technology People-to-People Exchange Program. An MoU on the Global South Media and Think Tank Forum mechanism. An MoU on enhancing cooperation in the fields of broadcasting, television, and online audio/video services. An MoU on cooperation in the field of intellectual property rights. An MoU on cooperation in the field of competition. An MoU on supporting free trade and multilateral cooperation.
Finally, they signed: An MoU on the handover and acceptance of emergency humanitarian technical assistance for earthquake disasters. An MoU on cooperation in media development, technology, and knowledge exchange.
