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Myanmar to hold first general election since 2021 coup amid ongoing civil war

Myanmar to hold first general election since 2021 coup amid ongoing civil war

Summary

Myanmar's military government is planning to hold a general election in December 2025, following a coup in 2021. The election will happen in three stages, amid a civil war that has displaced millions and led to thousands of deaths. Many opposition groups have criticized the election and plan to boycott it.

Key Facts

  • Myanmar's military announced a general election starting on December 28, 2025.
  • The election is planned in three phases, with exact dates for later phases not yet set.
  • The election will occur in over 300 voting areas across Myanmar.
  • Some voting areas are under rebel control due to ongoing conflict.
  • Critics view the election as an attempt by the military to gain legitimacy.
  • The conflict since the 2021 coup has resulted in thousands of deaths and displaced millions.
  • Aung San Suu Kyi's party, the National League for Democracy, is banned from the election.
  • Many groups plan to boycott the election, questioning its credibility.
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