Myanmar’s parliament elects ruling general as president, keeping the army in charge

Myanmar’s parliament has elected Min Aung Hlaing as the country’s new president. He's the general who ousted Aung San Suu Kyi’s civilian government in 2021 and has maintained tight control for the ...
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The Revolution in Bago: A Crucial Battle for Myanmar’s Future

As Myanmar’s military ramps up its campaign of collective punishment and indiscriminate bombing, the people of Bago are turning their home region into a decisive front in the battle for Myanmar’s ...
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Myanmar is holding phased elections. Here's why they're being called a 'sham'

CHIANG RAI, Thailand — Myanmar's military rulers are holding a staggered general election beginning Dec. 28 and ending in late January. Their hope is that it will return some stability to the country ...
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Myanmar Is Not ‘in Transition’: War by Other Means and the Risks of Policy Drift

Rather than focusing on elite-level political maneuvering, foreign governments need to recognize the transformative potential ...
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Myanmar paves way for junta chief to become civilian president

NAYPYIDAW, Myanmar — Myanmar cleared the way on Monday for coup-leading general Min Aung Hlaing to become president and maintain his rule in civilian garb, with lawmakers nominating him as a ...