Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing nominated as vice-president
Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing nominated as vice-president
Myanmar lawmakers nominate junta chief Min Aung Hlaing for vice-president, signaling a pathway to the presidency as Ye Win Oo is promoted to head the military in Naypyidaw.
A lawmaker in Myanmar nominated junta chief Min Aung Hlaing as vice-president, a live broadcast from the lower house on state media showed on March 30, 2026, paving the way for the coup leader to continue his rule in civilian garb.
Three Vice-Presidents will be chosen, one of whom will be elected as President, a process that could help the military maintain influence over the country’s governance.
Myanmar installed a new military commander in chief on Monday, replacing junta leader Min Aung Hlaing, according to reports, as the vice-presidential nomination opened the door for him to assume the presidency in a civilian framework.
At the same ceremony in Naypyidaw, former spymaster Ye Win Oo was promoted to head the military, marking a notable leadership reshuffle that signals the junta’s intent to tighten control while presenting a civilian front. Analysts say such moves may be designed to preserve military authority and reassure some domestic and international actors, even as the broader conflict and calls for genuine democracy continue to intensify.
