The Council of State (Burmese: နိုင်ငံတော်ကောင်စီ [nàɪɰ̃ŋàɰ̃dɔ̀ kaʊ̀ɰ̃sì]) was the constitutional authority of the Socialist Republic of the Union of Burma.

Regardless of the constitution, the highest authority remains in the hands of party chairman Ne Win.

[7][6] According to the constitution, the council shall be composed of 29 members.14 members are elected by the MPs of Pyithu Hluttaw by respective states and divisions.

If it is invaded by foreign countries, it can report to the Pyithu Hluttaw and take military action as necessary.

If elections are not held for any reason, the term of the Pyithu Hluttaw and People's Council may be extended three times in six months.

The Council of the State can appoint or remove deputy ministers and heads of Bodies of Public Services.