'It was due to severe illness', report says after Myanmar acting president hands over power to junta chief


Filepic - Myanmar Vice President Myint Swe speaks during a ceremony to mark the 72nd anniversary of Independence Day in Naypyitaw, Myanmar, on Jan. 4, 2020. Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing on Monday July 22, 2024 also took the position of acting president to replace Myint Swe, who was unable to perform his duties due to health problems. - AP

ANKARA (Bernama-Anadolu): Myanmar's acting President Myint Swe has transferred his duties to the junta chief after falling gravely ill, local media reported on Tuesday.

Suffering from severe neurological disorders and malnutrition, the 73-year-old leader is no longer able to manage state affairs or perform basic daily tasks.

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