PHNOM PENH: Myanmar’s top military leader Senior General Min Aung Hlaing (pic), underwent a two-hour emergency surgery last Friday and has resumed his official duties, said the state media.
The Global New Light of Myanmar reported Tuesday that the State Security and Peace Commission Chairman, Min Aung Hlaing, was diagnosed with lumbar spondylosis accompanied by spinal stenosis caused by nerve compression.
"He consequently underwent a two-hour emergency surgical procedure in Nay Pyi Taw. The operation was jointly performed by medical specialists from India and the Tatmadaw (armed forces) medical team.
"The surgery was successful, and the Senior General is reported to be in good health. He continues to carry out his State and military duties,” Myanmar’s National Defence and Security Council said in a press statement, published by the state media.
Speculation has emerged that the 69-year-old military leader could be elected as Myanmar’s next president after the country’s three-phase national election.
Phase 1 of the elections was held on December 28, followed by Phase 2 on January 11 and the final phase on January 25.
It was the first national election held since the military came to power following a coup in February 2021.
The military-backed Union Solidarity and Development Party won the elections.
Myanmar’s parliament, meeting for the first time in five years last Monday, announced that the country’s new president and vice-president will be elected on March 30. - Bernama
