Conflict has raged in Myanmar’s northern Shan state since October, when the alliance of ethnic minority groups launched an offensive against the junta.
The alliance has seized several towns and border hubs vital for trade with China.
“With the help of China’s facilitation, there was a meeting in (the southern Chinese city) Kunming. We have reached a ceasefire agreement,” junta spokesperson Zaw Min Tun told AFP.
Tar Bhone Kyaw of the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) — one member of the alliance — said they had “agreed to reopen border trade” with China.
China also announced the ceasefire Friday.
“The two sides agreed to an immediate ceasefire, to disengage military personnel and resolve relevant disputes and demands through peaceful negotiations,” foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said.
The talks took place with the “mediation and facilitation of the…
