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Neither free nor fair: What Myanmar’s ‘sham’ elections mean for the country and its neighbors

by Admin | Jan 9, 2026 | Elections, Opinion Papers

Source: Atlantic Council | By Rudabeh Shahid Regardless of the outcome of the elections, Myanmar’s unraveling will continue to destabilize the region. Read Full Story

Myanmar Will Continue Under Military Rule Even After Election, Ex-Ambassador Maruyama Says in Exclusive Interview

by Admin | Jan 7, 2026 | Elections, Interviews, Opinion Papers

Source: The Japan News | Interview By Junichi Fukasawa Maruyama, now 72, has long been engaged in Japan’s diplomacy with Myanmar and holds close ties with Aung San Suu Kyi. Read Full Story

USDP Wins Majority of Seats in Rakhine, Chin on Back of Advance Ballots

by Admin | Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News, Elections

Source: The Irrawaddy In Rakhine State, where voting was only held in three of 17 townships, the USDP won 19 seats. Read Full Story

Key Facts About Second Phase of Myanmar Junta’s Election

by Admin | Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News, Elections

Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi The second phase of the controversial election organized by the military regime is set to take place on Sunday, Jan. 11, covering 100 townships across 12 states and regions. Read Full Story

Union Election Commission ‘threatens’ candidates with criminal prosecution for ‘insults’ or ‘defamation’

by Admin | Jan 6, 2026 | Daily News, Elections, Judiciary, Repression

Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor The regime’s Union Election Commission (UEC) states that insulting or defaming rival political parties, or candidates, during the electoral process could be considered a malpractice and even a criminal offence....

Held amid civil war, Myanmar’s elections called neither free nor fair

by Admin | Jan 6, 2026 | Daily News, Elections

Source: Human Rights Research Center | By Devin Windelspecht HRRC raises concern as to the likelihood of Myanmar’s elections, which are neither free nor fair, further entrenching the country’s authoritarianism. Read Full Story
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