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(King) Nanda Bayin, king of the Toungoo dynasty of Burma from 1581 to 1599, encountered difficulties in upholding the empire established by his father, King Bayinnaung. Struggling to secure the allegiance of vassal rulers, Nanda faced rebellions in Upper Burma and Siam. Despite leading unsuccessful invasions of Siam, his empire suffered further weakening. Ultimately, Nanda capitulated to combined forces, was captured, and subsequently assassinated. His reign underscored the perils of empire expansion, prompting reforms in later Burmese monarchies.
