Summary
Min Aung Hlaing, Myanmar's military chief, has been nominated to be the next president following a contested election in which many opposition parties were not allowed to participate. The election and nomination process have been criticized as unfair, and it is expected that Min Aung Hlaing will be confirmed as president since most parliament members support him.
Key Facts
- Min Aung Hlaing, the military chief in Myanmar, has been nominated for the presidency.
- The general election excluded many major opposition parties.
- Min Aung Hlaing is expected to be chosen because the majority of parliament supports him.
- He was sanctioned by Western countries for leading a military coup five years ago.
- The election process has been widely criticized as not being fair.
- The junta claimed the election was a path to peace despite large areas being unable to vote due to a civil war.
- If he becomes president, Min Aung Hlaing must step down as military chief, according to the constitution.
