Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing on Tuesday, emphasizing the need for continued collaboration on security matters. According to China’s Xinhua news agency, Xi called for joint efforts to suppress crimes including online gambling, telecom fraud, and drug trafficking. The Chinese president specifically highlighted the importance of tackling these issues along the shared border between the two countries. Discussions also included the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor, though details were not immediately released. This meeting signals China’s increasing concern over the rise of scam operations targeting Chinese citizens, often originating in Myanmar. The call for action underscores Beijing’s desire for stability in the region and its expectation that Naypyidaw will actively combat illicit activities. The meeting reflects a broader effort to strengthen ties despite international criticism of Myanmar’s military government.