CNI News
April 17, 2026

President U Min Aung Hlaing has urged all armed organizations opposing the state to abandon their armed struggle and resolve political issues through political means by choosing the path of political dialogue.

He made these remarks during his New Year’s greeting for the Myanmar year 1388, which falls on April 17, 2026.

President U Min Aung Hlaing stated that for the construction of a future democratic state and the development and modernization of the nation, stability, the end of internal armed conflict, and the achievement of permanent peace are of paramount importance.

"Regarding the peace process, our government has consistently adhered to the 2008 Constitution and the agreements within the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement (NCA). However, the goal of peace remains distant due to conflicts that should not have occurred. Therefore, considering the losses caused by armed conflicts in the country, I strongly urge all violent armed organizations opposing the state to abandon the armed path and resolve political problems through political means via the political track for the sake of the nation's stability, peace, and development," he said.

He further added that his administration keeps the door to peace open indefinitely and will continue to strive for the cessation of armed conflicts and permanent peace. He emphasized that the protection of the "Three National Causes" will continue to be upheld as a national duty.

Along with peace-building efforts, he stated that the government would simultaneously strive to achieve economic development, which is a key requirement for the nation.

"It is of utmost importance to be vigilant and correctly analyze the dangers posed by internal and external interference and sabotage, which are attempting to undermine national unity in various ways and cause suffering for the country. This is the root cause of the current acts of sabotage, unrest, and violence occurring in the state," President U Min Aung Hlaing stated.

Currently, in Myanmar, armed conflict persists between the Myanmar military and ethnic armed organizations, with fighting escalating to encompass territorial control battles.