The Diplomat

Myanmar: The Many Foes of Min Aung Hlaing

The small protest in the central Myanmar town of Pyin Oo Lwin on January 16 was far less spectacular than the military’s recent battlefield losses, but for dictator-in-chief Min Aung Hlaing it was ...
The Diplomat

Myanmar Junta Chief Min Aung Hlaing Named Acting President

Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, head of the military council, salutes on stage during a parade to commemorate Myanmar’s 79th Armed Forces Day, in Naypyidaw, Myanmar,March 27, 2024. Myanmar junta chief ...
East Asia Forum

Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing sets the groundwork for a possible political exit

In February 2025, Myanmar’s junta chief Min Aung Hlaing reshuffled key military positions, mirroring the succession strategy of former military leader Than Shwe. By promoting younger officers and ...
Washington Times

Myanmar army Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing calls for decisive action to crush foes

BANGKOK — As Myanmar’s military put on an annual show of strength Monday, its top leader told its assembled ranks they need to take decisive action against those fighting army rule of the country.
East Asia Forum

Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing struggles for political longevity

After four years of postponing general elections, Myanmar’s junta chief Min Aung Hlaing now appears to have picked up a new sense of urgency to move forward with them in 2025 — likely as a personal ...