CNI News
March 30, 2026
The responsibility of the Commander-in-Chief of the Myanmar Armed Forces (Tatmadaw) was transferred from Senior General Min Aung Hlaing to General Ye Win Oo, Commander-in-Chief (Army).
The handover ceremony took place on March 30, 2026, at the Zeyathiri Beikman in Nay Pyi Taw.
Following the transfer, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing urged the new generation of military leaders to strive in unity to fulfill the Tatmadaw's duties under the leadership of Commander-in-Chief General Ye Win Oo and the Deputy Commander-in-Chief.
The new Commander-in-Chief, General Ye Win Oo, stated On Modernization: "During the 15-year tenure of the current Commander-in-Chief, the process of building a modern 'Standard Army' was systematically implemented. I will continue to strive toward building a modern Tatmadaw with the combat capability and power to wage conventional warfare."
On National Policy: He noted that the Tatmadaw has historically embraced "Our Three Main National Causes" as a national duty. He committed to continuing the protection and preservation of these interests, as well as the State Constitution.
On Constitutional Duties: "I will faithfully and fully execute the duties mandated by the Constitution: to protect the Constitution; to safeguard non-disintegration of the Union, non-disintegration of national solidarity, and perpetuation of sovereignty; and to protect a genuine and disciplined multi-party democratic system."
On Governance and Peace: "Under the leadership of the State Government, I will carry out duties to ensure national development and the continued path toward democracy, which is the desire of the entire people. I will cooperate fully with the State Government in building internal peace."
On Military Conduct: He pledged to follow the motto "Study, Train, Comply" established by Senior General Min Aung Hlaing. He also emphasized the policy of "The People are the Mother, The People are the Father," aiming for unity between the military and the public.
On Civil-Military Relations: He stated he would implement the best organizational measures, both internally and externally, to improve civil-military relations.
On Legacy: "I will strictly follow the urge to 'preserve the noble heritage passed down by successive far-sighted leaders and continue to elevate the prestige of the Tatmadaw and the Nation.' I want to emphasize that I will continue to maintain the Tatmadaw's fine historical traditions to ensure it remains a force the State can rely on and the people can depend on."
