Wednesday, November 4, 2020

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


NLD Govt Slams Myanmar’s Military for Attacking Election Body

Posted: 04 Nov 2020 06:31 AM PST

A government spokesman has condemned comments by Myanmar's commander-in-chief questioning the independence of on the Union Election Commission's preparation of the poll.

Myanmar Military Chief’s Warnings Raise Specter of Post-Election Chaos

Posted: 04 Nov 2020 05:57 AM PST

Tatmadaw chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing's repeated comments casting doubt on the legitimacy of next week's election are fueling talk of a possible military coup.

Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Warns of Incitement After Myanmar Military Chief’s Pre-Vote Attack on Govt

Posted: 04 Nov 2020 05:55 AM PST

The State Counselor has urged the public not to be 'trapped' by attempts to destabilize the upcoming election.

Myanmar Military’s Criticism of Election Commission Worries Local Observers, Foreign Diplomats

Posted: 04 Nov 2020 03:32 AM PST

The Tatmadaw overstepped its authority by criticizing the UEC and warning that the government would be responsible for the agency's failings, observers say.

USDP Members and Supporters Prosecuted over ‘Offensive’ Campaign Songs

Posted: 04 Nov 2020 02:08 AM PST

The military-backed party faces numerous legal cases in Mingin Township over allegedly defamatory speeches and songs.

USDP Representative, Teacher Face Prosecution Over Advance Vote Fraud Allegations

Posted: 04 Nov 2020 01:21 AM PST

A USDP representative and a schoolteacher are in hot water for allegedly using a fake stamp and casting two ballots during early voting, according to the Union Election Commission.

Will Local Ethnic Parties’ Popularity Make a Difference for Myanmar’s Largest State This Time?

Posted: 04 Nov 2020 12:17 AM PST

Merged ethnic parties may be the wild card in Shan as the election nears, but the NLD continues to dominate with urban voters.

Japanese Pop Group Arashi Performs Solo in Empty Olympic Stadium

Posted: 03 Nov 2020 10:01 PM PST

A concert by Japanese boy band Arashi at Tokyo's empty National Stadium was streamed to a global audience Tuesday.

Trump, Biden Neck and Neck in US Presidential Election

Posted: 03 Nov 2020 09:33 PM PST

The US presidential race was shaping up as a battle for the key Midwestern swing states on Tuesday night as early results showed Trump and Biden neck and neck.