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Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing appoints new Cabinet, military still dominates

By Straits Times Asia · 2026-04-09
Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing appoints new Cabinet, military still dominates
Why it matters: The new Cabinet solidifies the military's control over Myanmar, impacting its 54 million citizens.
Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing has appointed a new Cabinet, signaling a continuation of the military's dominant role in governance. The April 9 approval of the Cabinet list indicates a 'business as usual' approach, reinforcing the military's firm grip on power.

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