CNI News
April 4, 2026
The Central Committee of the United Wa State Party (UWSP) stated in a congratulatory message sent today (April 3) to President U Min Aung Hlaing that the "Wa" region is an inseparable part of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar.
In the message, the UWSP Central Committee affirmed its firm stand "not to secede from the State or declare independent sovereignty." It further stated that the "Wa" State will steadfastly follow a path of peaceful development, promote ethnic equality, unity, and the socio-economic improvement of the people, and continue to maintain stability and peace in the border areas.
Furthermore, the message noted that they will continue to coordinate and cooperate with the Union Government under the framework of the Union. They aim to realize their political aspirations through peaceful negotiations. The UWSP expressed its firm belief that under the peace-building and long-term development efforts of the Union, the country will swiftly achieve peace, stability, national solidarity, rapid development, and prosperity for all ethnic people.
The message also praised the President, noting that during his tenure as Commander-in-Chief of the Defense Services, he dutifully fulfilled his responsibilities. It stated that his significant efforts and "outstanding achievements" in ensuring state stability, public security, peace, and socio-economic progress are noteworthy and commendable.
Constitutional Status: Under Section 56(c) of the 2008 Constitution, six townships in Shan State—Hopang, Mongmau, Panwai, Nahpan, Metman, and Pangsang (Pangkham)—were organized into the "Wa" Self-Administered Division.
Administrative Implementation: Administrative mechanisms were only fully implemented in 2011 after the 2010 General Election.
History: Following the 1989 ceasefire between the UWSA and the SLORC government, the area was designated as "Shan State Special Region (2)" before being redefined as a "Self-Administered Division" under the 2008 Constitution.
The Third Pyidaungsu Hluttaw presidential election was held today (April 3) in Nay Pyi Taw. Out of 584 votes, U Min Aung Hlaing received 429 votes, while U Nyo Saw received 126 and Daw Nan Ni Ni Aye received 29. Consequently, U Min Aung Hlaing was elected as the President of the State.
