Than Shwe | |
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သန်းရွှေ | |
![]() Than Shwe in 2010 | |
Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council | |
In office 23 April 1992 – 30 March 2011 | |
Prime Minister | See list
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Deputy | Maung Aye |
Preceded by | Saw Maung |
Succeeded by | Thein Sein (as President) |
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Myanmar | |
In office 23 April 1992 – 30 March 2011 | |
Deputy | Maung Aye |
Preceded by | Saw Maung |
Succeeded by | Min Aung Hlaing |
Prime Minister of Myanmar | |
In office 23 April 1992 – 25 August 2003 | |
Leader | Himself |
Preceded by | Saw Maung |
Succeeded by | Khin Nyunt |
Personal details | |
Born | [1] Kyaukse, Upper Burma, British Burma | 2 February 1933
Spouse | Kyaing Kyaing |
Relations | Nay Shwe Thway Aung (grandson) |
Children | 8 |
Alma mater | Officers Training School, Bahtoo Frunze Military Academy |
Military service | |
Allegiance | |
Branch/service | Myanmar Army |
Years of service | 1953–2011 |
Rank | Senior General |
Than Shwe (Burmese: သန်းရွှေ; pronounced [θáɰ̃ ʃwè]; born 2 February 1933) is a retired Burmese army general who held influential positions within Myanmar's government.[2][3] Serving as the Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council (SPDC) from 1992 to 2011, he played a significant role in shaping the country's political landscape.[4][5][6][7][8][9] During his tenure, he exercised considerable authority, contributing to a centralized power structure.[10][11][12][13] His governance saw the implementation of various policies aimed at economic development, modernization and infrastructure improvements.[14][15][16][17] Than Shwe was also involved in efforts to stabilize the country and manage internal conflicts.[18] While his leadership was marked by significant achievements, it also faced scrutiny and criticism, particularly regarding allegations of human rights abuses and restrictions on political freedoms.[19][20][21][22] Than Shwe's tenure coincided with a period of political transition and international scrutiny, with Myanmar experiencing both internal and external challenges.[23][24][25][26]
Occupying key positions, including Prime Minister of Myanmar, Commander-in-Chief of Myanmar Defence Services, and head of the Union Solidarity and Development Association (USDA), Than Shwe has elicited various perspectives on his governance.[27][28][29][30][31] In March 2011, he officially stepped down as head of state, facilitating the transition to his chosen successor, Thein Sein.[32][33][34][35][36] As the head of the Armed Forces, he was succeeded by Senior General Min Aung Hlaing.[37][38][39] Than Shwe continues to wield significant influence within the military.[40][41][42][43][44]
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