YANGON - The death toll of Chinese nationals from Myanmar's earthquake has risen to three, as 14 other Chinese citizens were injured till 18:00 Beijing time on Monday, the Chinese embassy in Myanmar confirmed.

The Chinese diplomatic missions in Myanmar have been assisting the families of the victims, according to the embassy.

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Myanmar's authorities said on Sunday that the death toll of the earthquake has risen to about 1,700.