17 April,2026

It is reported that former President U Win Myint was released from Taungoo Prison under a state pardon on April 17, the first day of the Myanmar New Year.

To mark the auspicious occasion of the Myanmar New Year, to bring peace of mind to the public, out of humanitarian concern, and to enable his participation in nation-building, former President U Win Myint was granted a pardon signed by President U Min Aung Hlaing under the Office of the President's Order No. 42/2026.

The official announcement also stated that the pardon was granted by remitting his remaining sentences under the condition that "if he commits another offense, he will continue to serve the remaining sentences in addition to the penalty for the new offense."