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Marking Myanmar Coup Anniversary, Western Governments Target Judiciary With Sanctions
February 01, 2022

Marking Myanmar Coup Anniversary, Western Governments Target Judiciary With Sanctions

By Sebastian Strangio
The coordinated move follows a series of recent convictions against ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi.

Why Next Month’s Elections Could Worsen Ethnic Tensions in Myanmar
October 26, 2020

Why Next Month’s Elections Could Worsen Ethnic Tensions in Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
Myanmar's electoral system concentrates power in the hands of the Burman majority, the root cause of decades of civil conflict.
Myanmar Calls Off Polling in Rakhine, Shan Conflict Zones
October 19, 2020

Myanmar Calls Off Polling in Rakhine, Shan Conflict Zones

By Sebastian Strangio
The cancellations were expected, but some say the decisions were selective and benefit the ruling National League for Democracy.

COVID-19 Spirals Ahead of Myanmar Election
September 28, 2020

COVID-19 Spirals Ahead of Myanmar Election

By Sebastian Strangio
The increasing spread of the virus is amplifying doubts about the viability and legitimacy of the upcoming election.

Is Myanmar’s Election Doomed to Fail?
October 19, 2015

Is Myanmar’s Election Doomed to Fail?

By Shawn W. Crispin
A recent proposal to delay the election has raised troubling questions.

Challenges Threaten Myanmar's Historic Election
October 16, 2015

Challenges Threaten Myanmar's Historic Election

By Jack Myint
Growing concerns risk undermining the credibility of upcoming polls.

Myanmar's Election: The 'Real Burmese' Dilemma
September 30, 2015

Myanmar's Election: The 'Real Burmese' Dilemma

By Courtney Weatherby
A bias for "real Burmese" candidates (and against minorities) threatens the legitimacy of Myanmar's upcoming election.
Myanmar Reveals Date for Historic 2015 Elections
July 08, 2015

Myanmar Reveals Date for Historic 2015 Elections

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country finally sets the date for much-anticipated polls.

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