Myanmar President U Htin Kyaw resigns from post

Myanmar President U Htin Kyaw has resigned from his position, according to an official statement released on Wednesday.

The vacant presidency post is to be filled within seven days in accordance with the constitution, U Zaw Htay, director-general of the President Office told Xinhua.

The 72-year-old U Htin Kyaw was elected as the president in 2016.

(ASIA PACIFIC DAILY)