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Thein Sein has arrived in China to participate in the commemorative activities of the 70th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese Peoples's War of Resisitance against Japanese aggression and World War II. 

Myanmar President Thein Sein will embark on a visit to China on May 26 to discuss several issues, including strengthening ties between the countries.

Myanmar's Growing Importance for China

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Myanmar President Thein Sein will visit China on May 26. Cooperation between the countries will be prioritized during the visit. China sees Myanmar as a country of increasing importance, both for Beijing's energy security and sea access, while Myanmar is seeking foreign support. However, border tensions could pose an obstacle to improved relations between Beijing and Naypyidaw.

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Myanmar's Growing Importance for China

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