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Myanmar Military-Backed Party Claims Election Victory

Was Myanmar's election a transparent democratic milestone, or a rigged sham to entrench military rule?
Myanmar Military-Backed Party Claims Election Victory
Above: Min Aung Hlaing at a polling station in Naypyidaw on Dec. 28, 2025. Image credit: Sai Aung Main/AFP/Getty Images

The Spin

Pro-government narrative

Myanmar's multiparty democratic election is being conducted transparently and lawfully with electronic voting machines that ensure genuine results free from external interference. International observers confirmed the election was high-standard and orderly — enthusiastic public participation demonstrates confidence in the process and security measures.

Government-critical narrative

The junta-run poll is a sham designed to entrench military rule — the military-proxy party dominated it after banning real opposition and excluding conflict zones from voting. The election lacks credibility as it was rigged beforehand through party bans and coercion, and low turnout reflects public exhaustion and distrust of a process that benefits only military generals.

Metaculus Prediction


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