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Aung Cheint

Aung Cheint (also spelt Aung Cheimt, ; 1948 – August 9, 2021) was a Burmese poet. He is considered one of the greatest Burmese poets.

Early life

Aung Cheint was born in 1948 in Tamwe Township, Yangon.

Career

Aung Cheint is recognized as one of the modern poetry movement leaders, alongside Thukhamein Hlaing, Maung Chaw Nwe and Phaw Way, in Myanmar. His famous works include Gandawin Ma Ma, Khin Khin Pyo Yay Saunt Khè Tae, and Athèzwè Gabyarsaya.

Death

Aung Cheint died on August 9, 2021, at the age of 73, in Yangon.

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