MYANMAR: Myanmar’s military government has lifted the state of emergency in the country and is getting ready for an election in December. Opposition groups are refusing to participate, and international observers have criticized the situation. The order allows the military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, to have full control over the legislature, executive branch, and courts. However, he has recently suggested that elections could help ease the ongoing conflict. The junta hasn’t announced a specific date for the election yet, but political parties are registering, and training sessions for electronic voting machines have already occurred.
- Lord, we pray that the upcoming elections in Myanmar will be conducted with integrity, fairness, and transparency, and that the voices of all citizens will be heard, especially those of the opposition groups (The Holy Bible, Proverbs 21:15).
- Lord, we pray for peace and reconciliation in Myanmar, asking for healing in the hearts of the people and guidance for leaders to seek unity rather than division (The Holy Bible, 2 Corinthians 5:18).
News Source: The Guardian
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