US EditionMyanmar Junta Thanks Trump After Recognition in Tariff Letter
MYANMAR, JUL 10 – Myanmar's junta leader praised Trump and sought to ease US sanctions after the 2021 coup while endorsing Trump's false 2020 election claims, officials said.
- On July 11, 2025, Myanmar's junta leader Min Aung Hlaing issued a multi-page letter praising President Trump and addressing U.S. tariffs.
- The letter followed the 2021 military coup that ousted Aung San Suu Kyi's civilian government, with Min Aung Hlaing alleging major electoral fraud similar to Trump's 2020 election claims.
- Min Aung Hlaing expressed sincere appreciation for Trump's leadership, requested lifting sanctions, sought a 10-20% tariff, and thanked Trump for economic inclusion.
- Trump’s August 1 tariff of 40%, down from 44%, has pressured many nations to secure last-minute deals, while Myanmar increasingly relies on China and Russia for support.
- This letter marks the junta’s first known U.S. direct contact in over four years and suggests limited recognition despite ongoing U.S. sanctions and diplomatic non-engagement.
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Myanmar dictator Min Aung Hlaing responded to President Trump's letter, expressing his appreciation and gratitude for the US's first official recognition of the Myanmar government, and seizing the opportunity to request relief from sanctions.
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Myanmar’s junta chief Min Aung Hlaing praised Donald Trump in a rare letter and compared his military’s coup to the US president’s baseless claims of election fraud, suggesting both leaders were victims of rigged votes.
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