China has proposed a list of infrastructure projects to be implemented along the China-Myanmar economic corridor. The projects are expected to meet basic infrastructure needs in Myanmar as well as enhance China’s strategic footprint within the country.

The Chinese also proposed approving the borders as an international border gates and construction of a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in the town as part of efforts to boost trade and tourism between China and Myanmar. Cross border agriculture cooperation between the two countries was also discussed. The proposal is also a further development of China-Myanmar cooperation under the Belt and Road (B&R) Initiative.