Burma had pushed for a bigger slice of the roughly US$7.2 billion deep sea port in western Arakan State.
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China seeks up to 85% stake in strategic Kyaukphyu port
China is looking to take a stake of up to 85 percent in a strategically important sea port in Burma, according to documents reviewed by Reuters, in a move that could heighten tensions over China’s growing economic clout in the country.
China may scrap Myitsone dam to advance other interests: sources
China has shifted its position in a lengthy dispute with Burma over the building of the $3.6 billion dam, signalling its willingness to abandon the project in exchange for other economic and strategic opportunities in Burma.
Investors keen on Thilawa, but concerns remain
The Thilawa Special Economic Zone is fast becoming a prime destination for foreign investment, but local people say their concerns aren’t being taken seriously.
Myitsone casts shadow ahead of Suu Kyi's China visit
State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi’s diplomatic skills will be put to the test as she heads to Beijing to meet Chinese leaders eager to restart the Myitsone dam project in Kachin State.
China firm wins approval for $3 bln refinery in Burma
The deal, approved before the National League for Democracy came into power last week, was announced on the same day as a visit by China’s foreign minister.