# Leader of Myanmar’s military-backed government arrives in Thailand

https://mins.news/en/video/15044

- The Associated Press, 2026-08-06 10:45 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1EUuNHDN5I

> The leader of Myanmar’s military-backed government arrived in Thailand on Thursday for an official visit. The trip could become a significant step in his campaign to gain political legitimacy. More than five years ago, he seized power from an elected civilian government. The visit comes as that effort continues.

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