The leader of the military council, Min Aung Hlaing, announced during his visit to Belarus that elections would only be held at the end of this year or in January 2026, after completing five years since the military coup. He made this announcement during a press conference following his meeting with the President of Belarus on March 7. The military council leader stated that elections would be held at the earliest in December 2025 or January 2026.
A military source in Naypyidaw provided detailed information about the military council’s planned elections. According to the source, Min Aung Hlaing frequently mentions in meetings that he plans to serve a full five-year term as the caretaker government leader. He also often states that since his health remains good, he could continue serving another term if the country needs him. The source indicates that Min Aung Hlaing is likely to maintain involvement in political processes even after the elections.
During the press conference in Belarus, the military council leader revealed that 53 political parties have registered to participate in their planned elections. However, sources suggest that he intends to remain actively involved in the political process even after the elections are concluded. This announcement comes as the military council continues to maintain its grip on power, having seized control through a coup and repeatedly delayed promised elections while extending their rule over the country.
