Myanmar's odd new govt takes shapeMilitary chief Min Aung Hlaing, centre, visits a polling station during the third and final phase of Myanmar's general election in Mandalay. Myanmar's parliament elected junta chief Min Aung Hlaing as president on April 3. AFPFinally, Myanmar's former army chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing has been appointed as the country's next president. Most academics and diplomats believe Min Aung Hlaing will continue to rule the country with an iron fist, despite having changed his green uniform for civilian clothes. In the meantime, Min Aung Hlaing is putting his loyal and trusted people into various posts.

Source: Bangkok Post April 05, 2026 23:39 UTC