Min Aung Hlaing has officially become the president of Myanmar after receiving 293 votes in a parliamentary vote. This marks a consolidation of military power following his 2021 coup against Aung San Suu Kyi's government. The recent election, criticized as a sham, saw the pro-military party win over 80% of parliamentary seats. Min Aung Hlaing's presidency follows a significant reshuffle in military leadership, with his loyalist Ye Win Oo appointed as the new military chief.
"Min Aung Hlaing received at least 293 votes of 584 cast by MPs in the country's pro-military parliament, passing the majority threshold. This formalizes his grip on political power in Myanmar."
"The transition from top general to civilian president follows a lopsided election won by an army-backed party, derided by critics as a sham to perpetuate military rule."
"Min Aung Hlaing's ascent to the presidency follows a major reshuffle in the leadership of Myanmar's armed forces, which he had led since 2011."
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