The ruling military (Tatmadaw) government of Myanmar, which came to power in a coup in February 2021 led by current Prime Minister Min Aung Hlaing, has faced increased fighting with armed opposition groups around the country (Economist, US News & World Report, AP, Britannica - Head of Government). Whether the military junta of Myanmar names a successor or successors to Min Aung Hlaing as head of government will be determined using credible, open-source reporting. If Min Aung Hlaing (while head of government) or his military successor or successors flee Myanmar, they will be deemed to have ceased to be the head of government, and whether they have fled Myanmar will be determined using credible, open-source reporting.

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The question closed "No" with a closing date of 1 October 2025.

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