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Junta chief moves to assume civilian presidency in Myanmar

Min Aung Hlaing was nominated as a vice-presidential candidate and replaced as military commander, positioning him to assume the presidency while shedding his military role.

Published Mar 30, 2026, 12:49 AM EDT | WFMZZ

Myanmar's junta chief Min Aung Hlaing was nominated as a vice-presidential candidate and replaced as military commander on Monday. The maneuver paves the way for the coup leader to become president and continue his rule under a civilian title.