Myanmar holds first election since military seized power but critics say the vote is a sham

Voters in Myanmar are participating in the first phase of the country’s general election, held under military rule amid a ...
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Polls close in Myanmar as military holds first election since 2021 coup

Polls have opened in Myanmar’s first general election since the country’s military toppled Aung San Suu Kyi’s democratically elected government in a coup in 2021.

Weak turnout seen in Myanmar's phased election, first since 2021 coup

Under the shadow of civil war and questions over the poll's credibility, the initial round of Myanmar's phased general election closed on Sunday (Dec 28), with signs of low voter turnout for the first ...

Myanmar to hold first general election in 5 yrs amid criticism of military rule

Voting will be held in different parts of the country in three phases, with the second on January 11 and the third on January 25.

Myanmar is holding phased elections. Here's why they're being called a 'sham'

Myanmar's military rulers are holding a general election in phases starting Dec. 28 amid the country's civil war. The head of the U.N. says the vote will be anything but free and fair.