THE second quarterly Myanmar-China media tea party for 2025 was held on the afternoon of 30 June at the headquarters of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), located in Crystal Tower, Kamayut Township, Yangon Region.
Before the formal discussion began, media representatives were briefed by ICBC Yangon and Xinhua News Agency officials on the operations of their respective organizations.
Opening remarks at the meeting were delivered by Minister Counsellor Mr Zheng Zhihong, ICBC Chairman Mr Liu Ming, and Deputy Director U Zeya from the Department of Media Development. Discussions focused on the current collaboration between Myanmar and China in media development, cultural exchange, and broader development sectors, as well as future cooperation plans. Speakers included Myanmar Press Council Chairman Dr Tin Tun Oo, U Aung Myint Soe from Myawady Television, U Ye Naing Moe, Editor-in-Chief of Shwe Myo Paukphaw Magazine, and Daw Hnin Pearl, Third Secretary of the Cultural Department at the Chinese Embassy.
Additionally, Daw Sandar Moe from ICBC’s financial department gave a detailed explanation on bilateral economic and trade-related information, including progress in efforts to promote the Chinese yuan as an international currency.
Xinhua News Agency, a Chinese media organization based in Myanmar also contributed by highlighting its role and ongoing participation in Myanmar-China media cooperation.
Chinese Embassy officials, including Minister Counsellor Mr Zheng Zhihong, responded to the points raised by both Myanmar and Chinese media representatives. — ASH/MKKS
