An offensive targeted positions in northern Shan State as China seeks to contain the conflict and protect its border interests.

The entities involved

• Myanmar →

  country in Southeast Asia

  • Conflict disrupts jade and amber mining operations in Myanmar.15:39
  • Military offensive operations were conducted near jade trading hubs in Myanmar.15:39
• Shan State →

  state in Republic of the Union of Myanmar

  Nothing else this week.

• Arakan Army →

  Burmese insurgent group

  • The Arakan Army is active as a fighting force against the junta in Myanmar, while the ICJ deliberates on genocide allegations against the junta.Sat 06:49
  • Hlaing visited Malaysia to discuss bilateral relations, resulting in a repatriation deal with Myanmar and interrogations of deportees.Fri 16:49

Related events

• Border fighting occurred between Myanmar troops and armed groups.Jun 23
• Amit Shah discussed border management and unfenced border issues with Myanmar in Arunachal Pradesh.Aug 8
• Shan State is a province within Myanmar.Aug 25
• The Golden Triangle region, utilizing Shan State resources, relies on the Mekong River for cross-border transit and staging shipments.Sep 7
• Border instability between Manipur and Myanmar drives ongoing security operations.Jul 21