A China-Myanmar oil and gas pipeline project has created many jobs for people in Myanmar, according to a social responsibility report released on May 25 by China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), China’s largest oil and gas producer and supplier, Xinhuanet.cn reported.

The project, launched in June 2010, is a significant achievement that comes on the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and Myanmar. It has committed to achieving mutually beneficial outcomes and fulfilling its social responsibilities in Myanmar.

The report shows that the project has invested 23 million RMB ($3.4 million) in public welfare funds in Myanmar, and has instituted 178 economic assistance programs, covering medical treatment and public health, education, water and electricity, infrastructure, communication and disaster relief.

The education facilities of nearly 20,000 students in Myanmar have been improved, and convenient and reliable medical services have been made available to 800,000 people. Many villagers now enjoy 24-hour access to power and clean drinking water.

The natural gas pipeline project has transmitted 13.5 billion cubic meters of gas to China since it began operation in 2013. The crude oil pipeline project has not only helped Myanmar to diversify its imports and exports of gas and oil, it has also boosted the development of the industry through its impact on direct transit expenses and tax yield.