Following ceasefires agreed with the Myanmar regime last year, the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) and the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) are rapidly improving trade infrastructure along the Myanmar-China border. Locals report swift upgrades to existing trade gates. These developments signal a focus on economic activity for the ethnic armed groups. The upgrades are occurring at locations along the border with China, suggesting a bolstering of economic ties. The improvements may also indicate a move toward normalizing trade relations despite ongoing political instability within Myanmar. The motivation behind these upgrades could be revenue generation or strengthening control over crucial border areas.