15/06/2026 Min Aung Hlaing departed for China on a goodwill visit at the invitation of President Xi Jinping to boost economic, trade, and investment ties between the two nations. During the visit, he observed China's progress in space science and technology at Beijing Aerospace City, continuing diplomatic efforts to consolidate his administration's international backing.
24/04/2026 Min Aung Hlaing's newly appointed military government imposed martial law in 60 townships across Chin, Kayah, Kayin, Chin, Shan, and Rakhine States, plus Saging, Magway, and Mandalay regions, to terminate armed terrorism and restore rule of law. Executive and judicial powers in these areas were delegated to military leader Ye Win Oo for a 90-day emergency period, representing the first significant action by the president to strengthen control over conflict-affected areas.
21/04/2026 Min Aung Hlaing's military government invited opposition armed factions to peace negotiations within a 100-day deadline ending 31 July 2026, but two prominent rebel organizations promptly declined. The Karen National Union rejected the proposal, stating they retracted the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement after the 2021 coup and have no intentions of resuming negotiations or adhering to the NCA framework.
17/04/2026 Min Aung Hlaing ordered the pardon of over 4,335 prisoners, including deposed president Win Myint and former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, as one of his earliest official actions since assuming the presidency. The directive converted death sentences to life imprisonment, shortened life sentences by 40%, and reduced other sentences by one-sixth, though Aung San Suu Kyi's 27-year term remains under house arrest.
10/04/2026 Min Aung Hlaing was officially sworn in as the 11th President of Myanmar on 10 April 2026, five years after orchestrating the coup that ousted the elected civilian government. During his inauguration speech in Naypyidaw, he proclaimed that Myanmar is heading toward a better future despite facing numerous challenges, solidifying his control after being elected by the pro-military parliament.
03/04/2026 Lawmakers in Myanmar's parliament voted Min Aung Hlaing into the presidential role on 3 April 2026, months after elections widely criticized as fraudulent. He was one of three candidates nominated, with the other two securing vice presidential roles, marking his transition from commander-in-chief to president following stage-managed elections.
