Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 04/07/2026

The Irrawaddy — Min Aung Hlaing Names Cabinet Dominated by Military Figures

DAILY BRIEFING Tuesday, April 7, 2026 News Opinion Burmese Donate The Irrawaddy Min Aung Hlaing Names Cabinet Dominated by Military Figures The junta boss-turned-president-elect nominated 30 ministers across 31 ministries, many of whom have been sanctioned for rights abuses. Continue Reading AFP Rights Group Files Genocide Complaint Against Myanmar Junta Chief: Indonesian AG Rohingya representatives and rights groups seek to hold Min Aung Hlaing accountable under Indonesia’s universal jurisdiction laws. Continue Reading Thitinan Pongsudhirak Thailand’s Stability Now Faces a Test of Governance With political stability secured after recent elections, the Anutin government now faces mounting economic pressures and must prove it can deliver. Continue Reading The Irrawaddy Ex-Military, Police Officers Fill Chief Minister Posts in Junta’s New Govt The junta has filled the top state and regional posts with loyalists, many linked to rights abuses, as Min Aung Hlaing consolidates control under his new presidency. Continue Reading Support Press Freedom Independent journalism needs your support. Help us hold power to account. Donate Now Facebook · Twitter · Website © 2026 The Irrawaddy · Chiang Mai, Thailand Unsubscribe · Update preferences · Forward to a friend