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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 ...
Experts warn that Myanmar's junta-conducted elections cannot obscure the country's deteriorating economic situation. Ongoing civil conflict, coupled with severe inflation and energy shortages, hinders...
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...
Tarique Rahman, acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has returned to Bangladesh after spending 17 years in exile. His return is anticipated to increase support for BNP ahead of t...
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party plans to capitalize on 2026 state elections to strengthen its regional power base. This move has raised significant concerns among both civil society organizati...
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer warned that his removal from Labour Party leadership could plunge the country into chaos and facilitate a far-right government led by Nigel Farage. He cited the previous...
Myanmar's ongoing elections are viewed as a manipulated legitimization by the ruling junta rather than a genuine democratic process....
Tarique Rahman, son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and chairman of Bangladesh Nationalist Party since 2018, has returned to Bangladesh after living in London since 2008. His return precedes upco...
Marine Le Pen, leader of France's far-right National Rally party, has conceded in court as part of her attempt to challenge a ruling that prohibits her from running in the upcoming 2027 presidential e...
In Thailand's current election period, political parties are competing through generous financial incentives such as $2,000 payments for newborns, debt forgiveness, and monthly stipends of $100 for th...
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer stated during an interview with BBC that he anticipates being the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom by the year 2027, criticizing the former Conservative government fo...
Security agencies are facing significant challenges with deteriorating conditions in Bangladesh and renewed destabilization efforts by Pakistan (ISI). These issues pose substantial security risks to I...
In Kosovo’s recent snap election, Albin Kurti's leftist ruling party Vetevendosje (Self-Determination Movement) secured around 43.5 percent of the vote according to an exit poll conducted by broadcast...
Following parliamentary paralysis and potential risks to EU-backed loans, Kosovo's political parties are under pressure to compromise ahead of another vote. Voters question if the outcome will restore...
In 2025, Singapore experienced a series of significant events including local election victory for the ruling People’s Action Party (PAP), which maintained its dominance amidst high voter enthusiasm. ...
The CDP and Komeito are working towards establishing a broad centrist political force in Japan ahead of potential snap elections. However, they have not finalized all the specifics regarding their col...
The co-leader of Japan's Innovation Party has indicated that the current prime minister's thoughts on a potential snap election have shifted to a new phase, suggesting increased momentum towards such ...
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan is reportedly considering dissolving the Diet and calling a snap election for early February when the ordinary session opens on January 23rd. This information wa...
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reportedly considers dissolving Japan's Lower House for an early election possibly on February 8 or February 15, according to the Yomiuri Shimbun. This move aims to conso...
Thailand's political stability hinges on whether an opposition party can win the upcoming election and maintain power amidst conservative forces that include political elites, business tycoons, milita...
Balendra Shah, aged 35 and formerly known as a rapper, stands poised to run in the upcoming parliamentary election on March 5, with the potential to become Nepal's next prime minister if his party, Ra...
The recently held election in Myanmar has been widely criticized and dismissed by most observers due to its apparent lack of legitimacy since the military coup of 2021. Despite official claims to the ...
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has allegedly informed party executives about her intentions to dissolve the Lower House at the beginning of the next parliamentary session, signaling preparatio...
According to reports, the Unification Church provided financial backing to 290 lawmakers of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) during the 2021 election. This is an increase from the official count...
Identifies key elections across several countries scheduled for 2026, noting significant races in Bangladesh and Brazil among others....
Colonel Mamady Doumbouya, who took power through a coup in 2021, is set to win Guinea's presidential election despite warnings from the United Nations about intimidation and restricted freedoms....
A young Rohingya refugee named Rashid arrived in Langkawi, Malaysia after escaping by boat from persecution in Myanmar. At age 14, he has seen many such arrivals over the years due to ongoing violence...
A Palestinian grassroots body has criticized decisions made by the Palestinian Authority (PA), including an end to payments for prisoners' families and new election regulations. These measures are see...
Tensions are rising between the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the opposition Democratic Party for the People (DPP) as speculations about a snap election intensify. Leader Yuichiro Tamaki h...
United States administration officials are maintaining that Venezuela requires stabilization prior to holding elections. In contrast, some US Republicans advocate for a quicker timeline towards presid...
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...
The article highlights several key events and potential crises in African nations for the year 2026, focusing on high-stakes elections such as Ethiopia's and brewing tensions in countries like South S...
The interim government in Bangladesh led by Muhammad Yunus has pledged to conduct elections on February 12th despite ongoing political tensions. Student leaders are condemning Jamaat for attempting to...
Elections are set to commence on December 28th in parts of Myanmar, potentially solidifying the military regime's rule. Despite the predetermined outcome, significant uncertainties persist regarding t...
Kosovo has been without a functional government since February 2025 due to failed attempts to form a coalition after the election. There is hope that upcoming elections might resolve this deadlock, al...
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....
Eleven presidential candidates in Portugal have commenced their campaigns for the January 18 election. The extensive field of contenders makes it improbable that any single candidate will secure more ...
Jevgeni Ossinovski, former Tallinn mayor and SDE member, expresses skepticism about the election of a new president by the Riigikogu. He argues that the Social Democrats are well-positioned to attract...
Iraq's new parliament convened on December 29th for its inaugural session since November's elections. The lawmakers will elect a speaker and two deputies in their initial meeting. Within the next mont...
Myanmar's military junta has held its first general election since the 2021 coup. Western observers denounce this event as illegitimate while the junta claims it represents a fair democratic process. ...
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) is contemplating postponing its leadership race due to speculation that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi might dissolve the Lower House and call for a snap election....
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim plans to introduce a parliamentary proposal imposing term limits on prime ministers as part of his efforts to regain the support of his core voter base ahead of ...
According to a recent survey by Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS), approximately one out of ten Ukrainian citizens believes that local elections or referendums should take place before ...
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...
Following a local election over three months ago, Estonia's city of Narva remains without an official city government after another attempt on Friday to form one failed due to insufficient voting....
The Central Election Commission of Ukraine has made the decision to establish a system for the conduct of referenda throughout the country....
Russian officials have issued a statement regarding Ukraine's upcoming presidential election, though specific details of the statement are not provided....
The Russian government has issued a statement regarding the upcoming presidential elections in Ukraine. The exact nature of the statement and its specifics remain unspecified....
Former rapper Balendra Shah has joined forces with Rastriya Swatantra Party leader Rabi Lamichhane to challenge established political parties in upcoming parliamentary elections in Nepal. Both are lev...
Thailand's political parties have registered their candidates for the upcoming general election scheduled for February 8, 2026. The incumbent Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved Parliament to...