President Myanmar immediately away

yangon - The President of Myanmar, Htin Kyaw, resigned with immediate effect. He wants to equip the 'tasks and responsibilities' that he had, according to a statement from his office.

On paper, the president in Myanmar is the leader of the state with far-reaching powers. The role of Htin Kyaw, however, was more ceremonial because Aung San Suu Kyi is actually the boss. According to the constitution dictated by the military, she can not become president.

The departed president is probably being succeeded by the vice president appointed by the army, Myint Swe.