White House concerned about China's absence from conversation about Myanmar coup

The White House on Monday expressed concern about China's absence from conversation about Myanmar coup.

The White House is concerned about China's absence from any international conversation about the recent coup in Myanmar, Press Secretary Jen Psaki said on Monday.

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki delivers remarks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, U.S., February 8, 2021. REUTERS/Carlos Barria (REUTERS)

"Certainly we are concerned about China's absence from the conversation and lack of a vocal role," Psaki said a White House briefing.