Myanmar's Acting President Myint Swe Dies at 74
Originally Published 5 months ago — by BBC
Myanmar's figurehead president Myint Swe, who had been in declining health and serving in a largely ceremonial role since the 2021 coup, died at 74 due to neurodegenerative diseases. The military junta, led by Min Aung Hlaing, has been in control since the coup, with Hlaing acting as the de facto leader. Myint Swe's death comes amid ongoing turmoil and preparations for upcoming elections, which critics view as a sham to legitimize military rule.