Statements by the Press Secretary

May 1, 2026
Japanese
  1. In Myanmar, U Win Myint, who had been detained for an extended period, was granted amnesty and released on April 17, and Myanmar’s state broadcaster reported on April 30 that the remaining portion of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s sentence at Nay Pyi Taw Prison has been commuted to be served at a designated residence.
  2. The Government of Japan has been making efforts for the release of detainees to improve the situation in Myanmar. From this perspective, Japan is closely monitoring these recent developments and regards them as positive steps.
  3. While the situation in Myanmar remains uncertain, Japan hopes to see political progress such as the cessation of violence, further release of detainees, including Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, and sincere dialogue among parties concerned, as well as further efforts aimed at improving people’s lives. Japan will also strengthen its efforts to improve the situation.

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