The drills are expected to test the Chinese troops' reconnaissance, control, early warning and air defense strike capabilities, the statement said.
"In accordance with the annual exercise plan, the Southern Theater Command of the PLA has been conducting live-fire air defense exercises on the Chinese side of the China-Myanmar border with the participation of ground forces and air forces from April 17," the military command said in a statement on WeChat.
The Chinese military is always ready to respond to emergencies, "resolutely defend the country's sovereignty, border stability and the safety of people's lives and property," the statement added.
China previously held live-fire exercises on the border with Myanmar from April 2-3.