Myanmar sets April 4 by-elections for 55 vacant seats, including conflict-hit areas

Summary

Myanmar's military-appointed election commission has set April 4 for by-elections to fill 55 vacant seats, including seats in the conflict-hit regions of Sagaing, Chin and Shan, according to state media. It will be the country's first vote since this year's general election, which critics said was designed to cement military rule. Fighting persists in some of the areas where the polls will be held.

Timeline

1. Hindustan Times

   6 Nov 2026, 05:32 UTCSource ↗

   Hindustan Times reports that Myanmar's military-appointed election commission has set April 4 for by-elections in 55 vacant seats, including conflict-hit Sagaing, Chin and Shan, citing state media.

2. ABC News

   6 Nov 2026, 07:48 UTCSource ↗

   ABC News reports that Myanmar will hold special elections next April, its first vote since this year's general election, which critics said was designed to cement military rule, including in areas where fighting persists.