China urges citizens to flee Myanmar conflict zones


FILE PHOTO: This photo taken on September 10, 2024 shows vendors preparing to rebuild their stalls at a market area in Lashio in Myanmar's northern Shan state, after the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army seized the town from Myanmar's military in August. The Chinese Embassy warned that there is currently a high security risk in areas such as Lashio. - AFP

YANGON: On August 6, the Chinese embassy in Myanmar issued a warning on the embassy's WeChat social network for Chinese citizens from Lashio and other places to move to a place or places away from conflict zones.

In a statement, the Chinese Embassy, warned that there is currently a high security risk in areas such as Lashio, Shan State in northern Myanmar. Therefore, Chinese nationals from Lashio and other places should promptly report their personal information to the embassy and consulate in Myanmar, strengthen security awareness; avoid risks and relocate as soon as possible; move to other places or away from conflict zones; and ensure personal and property safety.

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