Chinese state-owned firm and junta officials agree on the need to “update” plans for the Kyaukphyu Special Economic Zone and deep-sea port now the town is encircled by rebels.

Regime deputy Soe Win orders progress on Kyaukphyu SEZ-port before June deadline despite onslaught by Arakan Army.

Two weeks of intense fighting between the military and anti-junta rebels near an enclave for Chinese development in western Myanmar’s Rakhine state forced over 20,000 civilians to flee their homes, ...

The Kyaukphyu region holds huge relevance for China. China has major energy projects here and also plans to build a deep-sea port. This port is a crucial part of China’s ambitious Belt and Road ...