China sends Covid aid to Myanmar rebels


China is delivering vaccines to both the junta and rebel groups in Myanmar so that it can create a buffer zone along its border. - AFP

MUSE, Myanmar (AFP): Delivering vaccines to Myanmar's junta, but also to rebel groups that are the generals' sworn enemies, China is playing both sides to fight the coronavirus and strengthen its hand in the messy politics of its southern neighbour.

Beijing has already handed over nearly 13 million doses to the generals, who ousted Aung San Suu Kyi in February and plunged Myanmar and its healthcare system into chaos.

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