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Karen parties and the vote

A proliferation of Karen parties and candidates highlights the challenge of political unity.

Leaders and the vote

Thein Sein and the military have a historic opportunity to help ensure change in Myanmar.

Artists in red and the vote

Artistic freedom flourishes in a new Myanmar. But there are still risks.

The peace deal and the vote

Is Myanmar finally on the path to peace, and will Sunday’s election spell an end to decades of conflict?

Waiting in the White House lobby

Did US lobbyists get $80,000 of Indonesian taxpayers' money ahead of Jokowi's dismal visit?

The United States and the vote

Washington’s interest will wane in the wake of Sunday’s vote. But it shouldn't, writes Hunter Marston.

A press conference and the vote

Aung San Suu Kyi sets herself "above the president". Is she the mother of dragons?

Religion and the vote

Divisive issue will need to be carefully managed after Sunday's election.

Minorities and the vote

Voters in Karen State are caught between ethnic loyalties and national dreams.

A masculine Myanmar and the vote

Will elections change the male face of public life in Myanmar, asks Khin Khin Mra.

Communal violence and the vote

Race and religious tensions in Myanmar could impact Sunday's election result.

969 leader Ashin Wirathu. Photo: Al Jazeera.

Ma Ba Tha and the vote

Should the world engage with Myanmar's 'extreme monks' and newest political force?