Myanmar paves way for junta chief to become civilian president
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Source: The Manila Times
Published: 2026-03-31 03:10 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Defence, Military & Defence, Elections, World News, War & Conflict, Asia Pacific
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NAYPYIDAW - 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 vice-presidential candidate and the junta replacing him as military commander.
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