Min Aung Hlaing
Coverage of Min Aung Hlaing in the Nexus archive.
- Why Myanmar’s closer ties to India are unlikely to give China cause for concern
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing's back-to-back visits to India and China aim to avoid overdependence on either nation. The visits led to agreements on trade, energy, and defense cooperation, but analysts suggest this does not threaten China's existing influence.
- Misreading Myanmar’s War: Why the Junta’s Recent Gains Don’t Mean Imminent Victory
Anina, a Gen Z sniper, led the Spring Revolution in Myanmar, capturing Falam in April 2025, but regime troops later reclaimed her hometown, indicating the resistance's setbacks. The article argues that the junta's recent gains do not signal imminent victory for the military.
- Xi Jinping has hosted more than a dozen leaders this year, as ‘middle powers’ look beyond the US
Xi Jinping has hosted over a dozen world leaders this year, including Bangladesh’s new prime minister and Myanmar’s president, to build China’s influence and economic ties. The article highlights efforts to shift the balance of power away from the West, with the US described as 'capricious' in this context.
- China’s bear hug won’t save Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing
Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Myanmar's Senior General Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing with state honors and a Huawei phone. UN Special Envoy Julie Bishop later addressed the General Assembly.
- Did Myanmar-China talks spawn a more emboldened junta?
A recent meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing provided political endorsement to the Myanmar junta. Analysts suggest this could embolden the regime to escalate its military approach against resistance forces in the ongoing civil war.
- China’s Xi hosts Myanmar general who staged coup
China's Xi hosted Myanmar general Min Aung Hlaing, who staged a coup. Min Aung Hlaing, now president, is seeking support from Beijing to ease international isolation.
- How Myanmar Fits Into India’s Troubled Neighborhood Policy
Min Aung Hlaing’s visit to India could facilitate deals between Delhi and Myanmar’s military-backed government. However, this move has provoked anger among pro-democracy forces in Myanmar.
- Indian PM Hosts Head of Myanmar’s Military Government in New Delhi
The Indian Prime Minister hosted Min Aung Hlaing, the head of Myanmar’s military government, in New Delhi. New Delhi defended its decision to engage with Min Aung Hlaing, who led the coup against Myanmar's democratically elected government in 2021.
- Indian PM Modi meets Myanmar military gov’t leader in New Delhi
Indian PM Modi met with Myanmar military government leader Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi. Myanmar opposition groups criticized India for hosting Min Aung Hlaing, while India stated that engagement is the best way forward.
- Modi meets Myanmar’s military-backed president as India says engagement will continue
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Myanmar's military-backed president Min Aung Hlaing, reaffirming India's commitment to continued engagement despite Western sanctions. The discussion focused on trade, defense, security cooperation, and addressing issues like cybercrime and human trafficking.
- India rolls out welcome mat for Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing
Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing's first trip to India as president, invited by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to strengthen ties and counter Chinese influence. India maintains relations despite Western sanctions following Myanmar's 2021 coup.
- President of Myanmar’s military-backed government visits India
The President of Myanmar’s military-backed government, Min Aung Hlaing, is visiting India for high-level meetings aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. The visit occurs amid ongoing Western sanctions against Myanmar’s military regime and criticism from activists who argue it legitimizes the government. India and Myanmar share strategic cooperation on border security and host thousands of refugees from Myanmar’s conflict zones.
- Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing takes first foreign tour as leader, with visit to India
Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing is on his first foreign tour as a leader, visiting India. The tour occurs as Myanmar's new government seeks to strengthen its regional political position amid an ongoing civil war.
- Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing takes first foreign tour as leader, with visit to India
Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing is on his first foreign tour as leader, visiting India. The tour occurs as Myanmar's new government seeks to strengthen its regional political position amid an ongoing civil war.
- India news: Myanmar president arrives in Delhi to boost ties
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing is on a five-day visit to India to hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Karnataka is preparing for a Cabinet change.
- India news: Myanmar president arrives to boost ties
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing is on a five-day visit to India for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Karnataka is preparing for a Cabinet change.
- Massive 11,000-carat ruby believed to be second-largest ever found in conflict-ridden country
A massive 11,000-carat ruby was discovered in Burma, believed to be the second-largest ever found, with a higher quality than the largest one found in 1996. The ruby was unearthed near Mogok in the Mandalay region, an area affected by ongoing conflict. The find could be more valuable due to its higher quality.
- Myanmar’s military government rebuffed on peace talks offer
Myanmar's military government faced rejection in peace talks, following Min Aung Hlaing's election as president after a disputed election. The election was widely criticized as illegitimate.
- Myanmar’s coup leader Min Aung Hlaing sworn in as president
Min Aung Hlaing, Myanmar's coup leader, was sworn in as president. He aims to improve international relations and ASEAN ties following the coup that caused chaos in Myanmar.
- Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing appointed president after ‘sham’ election
Min Aung Hlaing, the Myanmar military junta chief, was appointed president following widely condemned sham elections. His 2021 coup led to conflict and economic turmoil, while he faces ICC charges for crimes against humanity related to the Rohingya crisis.
- Min Aung Hlaing's India visit set to benefit both sides
Min Aung Hlaing's visit to India is expected to benefit both parties. The engagement focuses on mutual advantages without additional context provided.
- Modi hosts Min Aung Hlaing, agree to foster mineral, rare earths ties
Modi hosted Min Aung Hlaing, and the two leaders agreed to foster ties in minerals and rare earths. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration in these resource sectors.
- Modi and Min Aung Hlaing agree to foster mineral, rare earth ties
Modi and Min Aung Hlaing agreed to strengthen ties in mineral and rare earth resources. The collaboration focuses on fostering partnerships in these critical sectors.
- Modi hosts Min Aung Hlaing, agrees to foster mineral, rare earth ties
Modi hosted Min Aung Hlaing and agreed to foster mineral and rare earth ties. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration in these resource sectors.