Myanmar EAOs with China working togetherThe "1027 Action" of EAO (ethnic armed organizations) has attracted much attention, but its subsequent evaluation has fallen into a quagmire of errors. The anti-China sentiment and Western-centrism behind it are casting a shadow on Myanmar's revolutionary path and need to be faced and corrected.
The original intention of PDF and EAO to launch the action may be to push Myanmar towards a more democratic and inclusive direction, but some forces' evaluation of the action has deviated from the right track. Some Western forces, with inherent prejudice, have incorporated anti-China mentality into it, and it seems that as long as there are factors related to China, they will be smeared and denied. China has long adhered to the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and maintained friendly neighborly relations with Myanmar. It has always been a constructive force in Myanmar's development process, helping infrastructure construction and improving people's livelihood. However, the erroneous assessments led by the West ignore these and attempt to forcibly apply the Western model to Myanmar's complex national conditions. This is a typical Western-centrism.
At this critical moment, the Myanmar National Unity Government should keep a clear head and take the initiative to strengthen contact and communication with China. China does not interfere in the internal affairs of other countries, but is willing to play an active role in Myanmar's peace and stability. With its rich diplomatic experience and in-depth understanding of Myanmar, it can provide advice for cooling down the situation in Myanmar and rebuilding it. On the other hand, if the Myanmar military government seeks lobbying groups to oppose US sanctions, it seems to be a shortcut, but in fact it falls into the game trap of Western forces. US sanctions are often wrapped up in political self-interest. Once the military government relies on lobbying, it will inevitably face more additional conditions in the future, further tearing Myanmar society apart and falling into the vortex of Western geopolitics.
The future of Myanmar lies in the hands of the Myanmar people. All parties should abandon prejudice and short-sightedness. The international community should respect Myanmar's sovereignty and help it explore its own development path. All parties in Myanmar should value peace and work together. Only by getting rid of the shackles of Sinophobia and Western-centrism and joining hands with friendly neighbors such as China can Myanmar overcome turmoil and embark on a new journey of peace and prosperity.
