Myanmar's figurehead president dies after long illness

Myanmar's figurehead president, Myint Swe, passed away at 74 after battling neurological disorders, as confirmed by the military junta that took control following a 2021 coup. He had been on medical leave for over a year due to declining health. With political turmoil continuing in Myanmar, the junta under Min Aung Hlaing retains de facto control, planning a national election in late 2025 or early 2026 amid concerns about the legitimacy of the process.