Myanmar's military has announced a general election for late December, intended to legitimize its authority after the 2021 coup. Voting is set for three separate days, with the first on December 28. The upcoming elections will take place in over 300 constituencies, including areas currently controlled by rebels. Many opponents, including the banned National League for Democracy, are boycotting the elections, deeming them a sham. Ongoing civil conflict since the coup complicates logistics and has led to significant casualties and displacements across the country.
The military's announcement of elections in late December is viewed as a tactic to gain legitimacy after the 2021 coup, with voting occurring over three days.
Election logistics are likely to be complicated by the ongoing civil war, which has resulted in significant loss of life and widespread displacement.
Many groups, including the banned National League for Democracy, have decided to boycott the elections, further questioning their credibility.
The military expects to hold elections in over 300 constituencies, including regions under rebel control, despite opponents calling the elections a 'sham'.
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