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Myanmar's Election Sees 52% Turnout Amid Ongoing Conflict

1/1/2026

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The Myanmar military junta reported a 52% turnout in the December 28, 2025 election.
Turnout is lower than roughly 70% seen in 2015 and 2020.
This is the first post-coup election amid ongoing civil conflict.
Analysts predict the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) will regain power.
The United Nations and human rights groups say the election is not free or fair; voting continues January 11 and 25, 2026.

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Story summary

The Myanmar military junta reported a 52% turnout in the December 28, 2025 election.
Turnout is lower than roughly 70% seen in 2015 and 2020.
This is the first post-coup election amid ongoing civil conflict.
Analysts predict the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) will regain power.
The United Nations and human rights groups say the election is not free or fair; voting continues January 11 and 25, 2026.