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Myanmar’s Acting President Myint Swe Dies at 74

His passing cements Min Aung Hlaing’s sole leadership under an extended state of emergency.

FILE - Myanmar Vice President Myint Swe speaks during a ceremony to mark Myanmar's 73rd anniversary of Union Day in Naypyitaw, Myanmar, Feb. 12, 2020. (AP Photo/Aung Shine Oo, File)
FILE - Myanmar Vice President Myint Swe leaves after he makes an early voting for the upcoming Nov. 8 general election at a polling station Oct. 30, 2020, in Naypyitaw, Myanmar. (AP Photo/Aung Shine Oo, File)
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Overview

  • Myint Swe died on August 7 at a military hospital in Naypyitaw, the military information office announced.
  • He ceased active duties after July 2024 when state media reported he had developed neurological disorders and had been in intensive care since July 24.
  • He assumed the acting presidency on February 1, 2021, after the military detained President Win Myint and Aung San Suu Kyi, but Min Aung Hlaing held real authority.
  • U.S. Treasury sanctions targeted him following the 2021 coup for his role in legitimizing the military takeover and renewing emergency powers.
  • Min Aung Hlaing now remains the de facto head of state under extended emergency rule as elections remain unscheduled.