China promises support, aid for Myanmar to hold ‘all-inclusive election’: State media

The move signals Beijing’s backing for a junta that is steadily losing ground.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi with junta leader Min Aung Hlaing during a visit to the capital Naypyitaw, on Aug 14.

“Necessary technological assistance will be provided for Myanmar to conduct the census-taking process,” the state-run publication said. “Moreover, essential aid will be given for the election.”Myanmar’s generals in July extended emergency rule for another six months to allow more time to put together census data for voter lists. General Min Aung Hlaing has previously said an election would be held in 2025.

Myanmar’s military is currently under unparalleled pressure three years after it ousted a civilian government, with an armed rebellion against its rule gaining momentum amid a faltering economy.

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