Chinese AI-powered translation aids Myanmar disaster response
More than 700 people have used China’s AI-driven translation tool, enhancing communication and coordination during Myanmar’s earthquake response.
A Chinese-developed AI translation system has been deployed to support earthquake relief efforts in central Myanmar.
The tool, built on the DeepSeek platform, facilitates communication in Chinese, Myanmar, and English, helping responders coordinate aid. The Chinese Embassy in Myanmar confirmed that more than 700 people have used the system since the earthquake struck.
Developed in just seven hours, the translation tool was created by a language service team from the National Language Service Corps of China and Beijing Language and Culture University.
The Corps, a public-service alliance guided by various Chinese government agencies, specialises in providing language support during emergencies and key national initiatives.
The use of AI-powered translation in disaster response highlights the growing role of language technology in humanitarian aid.
By breaking down communication barriers, the system enables more effective coordination, reinforcing efforts to build stronger international cooperation in times of crisis.
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