Weekly Newsletter June 19, 2026 (opens original article in a new tab)

Min Aung Hlaing's state visit to Beijing with Xi Jinping highlighted his transition from military leader to civilian politician with Chinese support

• Min Aung Hlaing met with China's President Xi Jinping in Beijing during a state visit
• Min Aung Hlaing's visit marked his transformation from military dictator to civilian leader
• China appears to support Min Aung Hlaing as a potential president of Myanmar