Myanmar Parliament Elects General as President, Ensuring Army’s Continued Control

On Friday Myanmar’s parliament voted to make Min Aung Hlaing the country’s president. He led the 2021 coup that toppled Aung San Suu Kyi’s civilian government.

Parliamentary vote and candidates

Min Aung Hlaing was one of three nominees for the presidency. Military-backed parties and appointed armed forces lawmakers hold a commanding majority in parliament, virtually guaranteeing his election.

Election process and legitimacy concerns

The vote follows a national election organized by the military. Opponents and independent observers said that election was neither free nor fair.

Critics view the parliamentary outcome as a move to keep the military dominant. The Myanmar parliament elects general as president, a result many say ensures the army’s continued control.

Context and recent history

Since 2021, Min Aung Hlaing has exercised tight control over state institutions. His actions have shaped the country’s politics for the past five years.

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