Monday, November 9, 2020

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Local Ethnic Party Beats Ruling NLD in Rakhine State in General Election

Posted: 09 Nov 2020 07:39 AM PST

Despite cancellation of voting in nine northern townships, the ANP handed a setback to the National League for Democracy.

Suu Kyi and Myanmar’s President Crush Election Opponents

Posted: 09 Nov 2020 04:51 AM PST

The two most senior members of the civilian government have secured heavy victories in Myanmar's general election.

US Embassy Congratulates Myanmar Voters on Democratic ‘Milestone’

Posted: 09 Nov 2020 04:15 AM PST

The US Embassy praised Myanmar people for voting in high numbers despite COVID-19 and security challenges, and for moving the country along its 'path to democracy'.

Myanmar Becomes Third COVID-19 Hotspot in Asean

Posted: 09 Nov 2020 03:43 AM PST

In recent weeks, the country has reported around 1,000 new coronavirus cases and more than 20 deaths per day.

NLD Leads in Mon State but With Some Losses to Local Mon Party

Posted: 09 Nov 2020 02:57 AM PST

The local Mon Unity Party expects to win at least 15 seats across the state.

NLD Set to Sweep All Seats in Ayeyarwady Region, Initial Voting Results Show

Posted: 09 Nov 2020 02:20 AM PST

Unofficial results show that Myanmar's ruling party has won all the seats in Ayeyarwady Region with the exception of the region's two ethnic affairs minister seats.

Thai Ambassador Praises Myanmar’s Election Handling

Posted: 09 Nov 2020 01:14 AM PST

Ambassador Suphatra Srimaitreephithak said the voting in Yangon was free and fair with careful COVID-19 measures, while she called on the military to avoid involvement.

NLD Set to Sweep Capital Except for Military-Dominated Zeyarthiri Township

Posted: 08 Nov 2020 10:51 PM PST

The NLD was on course to win every seat in the capital in Myanmar's general election except for Zeyarthiri Township, where USDP chairman U Than Htay looked to be the winner.

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