Myanmar’s nominal president, Myint Swe, is suffering from serious illnesses, according to state media, raising concerns about the junta’s legitimacy and stability as it faces an ongoing rebellion and a crumbling economy. The military is struggling to govern and has extended a state of emergency several times, promising future elections.
A coalition of armed ethnic groups in Myanmar has accused the junta of repeatedly breaching a ceasefire in the country’s north, resulting in civilian casualties. This comes despite a truce brokered by China in January. The groups claim the junta is using Chinese support to carry out attacks, further escalating the conflict in the region.
