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Opinion Papers
Myanmar’s “Elected” President: Military Consolidation Behind a Civilian Facade
Source: Robert Lansing Institute | Analysis
The appointment of Min Aung Hlaing as president in 2026 represents not a democratic transition, but the institutionalization of military rule under a civilian veneer.
U Naing Oo of USDP appointed as Rakhine government chief
Source: Narinjara News | By Maung Sar Ga
The current Rakhine State Hluttaw consists of 21 members, including seven representatives from the military commission.
Parnpree to attend swearing-in of Myanmar’s new president
Source: Thai Public Broadcasting Service | By Thai PBS World
Thailand will dispatch former foreign minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara as an envoy to attend the inauguration of Myanmar’s newly installed government, according to an informed source.
CDF-Asho announces show-of-force operation in Ngape
Source: Burma News International | By Chin World
In a show of continued strength against the junta, resistance forces entered Ngape Town in Minbu District of Magway Region in the early hours of April 5 and conducted a show-of-force operation, according to a spokesperson for the Chinland Defence Force–Asho (CDF-Asho).
50 foreign nationals arrested at online casino in Tachileik
Source: Burma News International | By Shan Herald Agency for News
On the afternoon of April 2, junta authorities raided the Regina Hotel in Hsanhseng (B) Ward, arresting around 50 foreign nationals allegedly involved in illegal gambling and telecom scam operations, a local source told Shan Herald.