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Pacts, patronage and fear: How Myanmar’s junta chief holds on to power
The article discusses how Myanmar's military chief, Min Aung Hlaing, maintains his grip on power despite not being publicly featured in election campaigns or ballots. It highlights the strategies empl...
Myanmar pro-military party claims big lead in disputed junta-run poll: ‘election not credible’
Myanmar's pro-military party has declared victory in the recent election phases, securing 82 out of 102 lower house seats where counting is complete. This comes amid concerns from democracy advocates ...
‘Lost my future’: Myanmar’s ‘charade’ election dims hopes of diaspora
Myanmar’s recent election held under military rule has disappointed many, including Taya, who saw her life improving before the 2021 coup. After a brief democratic period, the economy is deteriorating...
A Rigged Election Is No Reason to Reengage Myanmar
The article argues that engaging with Myanmar's military regime after their manipulation of elections is imprudent and shortsighted. It suggests continued support for genuine democracy and human right...
Myanmar’s Military Prepares to Enact Its Election Plan
The Myanmar junta plans to hold elections in three phases beginning December 28, aiming to appear as if they are transitioning towards a civilian government while maintaining military control....
Myanmar junta says to release over 6,000 prisoners in annual amnesty
The Myanmar junta has announced the release of over 6,000 prisoners as part of an annual amnesty. Meanwhile, a pro-military party is leading significantly in partial election results, securing more th...
US Immigration Policy and the Normalization of Military Rule in Myanmar
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has asserted that there is 'notable progress' in governance and stability in Myanmar, which some critics argue resembles military propaganda....
Myanmar junta seeks legitimacy in election widely seen as flawed
The military government of Myanmar is holding elections while maintaining control over civil unrest and political opposition, which most observers view as illegitimate due to ongoing violence and rest...