“Initial Talks Begin on Power-Sharing Between the Military and USDP”

Power-sharing negotiations are already underway between the military and the USDP following the junta-organised election, with Min Aung Hlaing personally directing the transition. Although the USDP won an overwhelming majority of seats, real authority is expected to remain jointly controlled by the military and the party, with cabinet and regional appointments divided according to security conditions. Analysts warn that unlike the post-2010 transition, Min Aung Hlaing is positioning himself to stay at the center of power, raising concerns about a shift toward personalist authoritarian rule rather than genuine civilian governance.