Myanmar’s president outlines policy road map, criticizes ASEAN peace plan
Summary
Myanmar’s President Min Aung Hlaing gave a speech marking 100 days in office, outlining a five-year plan focused on peace, development, and national stability. He criticized the ASEAN peace plan from 2021 and announced new elections and major infrastructure projects despite ongoing conflict in the country.Key Facts
- Min Aung Hlaing became Myanmar’s president in April after a 2021 military takeover.
- He addressed over 900 lawmakers and officials in Naypyitaw, the capital.
- The government’s priorities are restoring peace, promoting development, and building a democratic federal system over five years.
- Special elections are planned for 2027 in areas that missed voting due to conflict.
- The administration is enforcing conscription and strengthening military and police forces to fight pro-democracy activists and ethnic rebel groups.
- Min Aung Hlaing criticized ASEAN’s 2021 peace agreement as unfair and not accepted by all members.
- The government plans to carry out 10 power generation projects, including a previously suspended hydropower plant, and pursue nuclear power development.
- Authorities report repatriating over 72,000 foreigners linked to online scams to 58 countries.
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