Union Consultative Council
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The Union Consultative Council (UCC) is a statutory government body in Myanmar.
- Soe Win, Chairperson
- Maung Maung Aye, Secretary
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| Agency overview | |
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| Formed | 10 April 2026 |
| Jurisdiction | Government of Myanmar |
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History
The formation of the Union Consultative Council was formally proposed on 3 February 2026, after the conclusion of the 2025–26 Myanmar general election.[1] Acting president Min Aung Hlaing signed the Union Consultative Council Law on that day.[2]
Composition
According to the Union Consultative Council Law, the council is formed by the president of Myanmar, who must appoint a minimum of five members, including a chairperson and secretary. The term of the council is concurrent with the five-year term of the president.[2]
Powers and duties
According to the law, the UCC can advise and coordinate on matters related to national security, international relations, peace processes and legislation, without affecting executive or judicial powers.[3] The Office of the President is tasked with arranging the work of the UCC and the issuing the necessary bylaws, orders, notifications and instructions to expedite implementation of the Union Consultative Council Law.[2][4]
Members
On 10 April 2026, Min Aung Hlaing issued the formation of 11-members council, chaired by former Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Defense Services Soe Win.
| No | Name | Position |
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| 1 | Soe Win | Chairperson |
| 2 | Maung Maung Aye | Secretary |
| 3 | Than Swe | Member |
| 4 | Ko Ko Hlaing | |
| 5 | Moe Aung | |
| 6 | Dr Yin Yin Nwe | |
| 7 | Dr Cho Cho Kyaw Nyein | |
| 8 | Ko Ko Gyi | |
| 9 | Mahn Nyein Maung | |
| 10 | Dwe Bu | |
| 11 | Zaw Aye Maung |