CNI News
14 November 2025
Although political parties are preparing to secure the public vote and enter the parliament, they are extremely weak in addressing the difficulties the public is facing, political observers point out.
They note that candidates entering the parliament are running to represent their parties during the election period, and are thus party representatives. However, once they win based on the public vote and enter the parliament, they transform into not only party representatives but also representatives of the people.
Dr. Nyo Nyo Thin, founder of the Yangon Watch Group, told CNI News that some political parties are quite weak in practically addressing the difficulties faced by the public.
She stated, "It is necessary to prove to the youth that this election will bring about positive events, benefits, and results for them. For example, a simple situation exists: in some areas in the regions, there are unlawful military conscription summons. By political parties standing firmly in front of these young people, speaking out and advocating for them, the youth will become interested in the election. If they realize that a candidate is someone who stands with them and can protect their interests, they will become interested in the election. Therefore, political parties need to prove themselves through action. Some political parties are quite weak in providing truly practical assistance, practical solutions, and practically resolving the difficulties of the public."
Armed groups and the people in Myanmar
Currently, the people of Myanmar are facing economic crises, job scarcity, inflation, high commodity prices, high cost of living, insecurity of life, authorities exploiting the Military Service Law to demand money, and displacement due to conflicts.
Political parties are urging people to vote during the election period without being able to stand in front of the public and resolve these issues.
Dr. Nyo Nyo Thin, founder of the Yangon Watch Group, told CNI News that the current time is an opportunity for political parties, and by standing firmly on the side of the people, a win-win situation for both sides could emerge.
Those who are casting their votes
She said, "There are actions that are inconsistent with the law, and it is worse in some regions. In areas where the rule of law is distant and weak, candidates should stand firm on the side of the people, in accordance with the law, and provide protection. This is an opportunity. By uncovering things that are inconsistent with the law and issues where the rule of law is absent, and standing firmly on the side of the people, a win-win situation for both the public and the party could emerge. During the election period, things like the well-being of the public, the proper implementation of the Military Service Law, and if it cannot be implemented according to the law in some areas, those areas should be suspended as an exception."
Political observers point out that election-winning candidates in Myanmar politics, upon entering the parliament, transform from a representative of the people to a party-affiliated representative of the parliament, often driven by party loyalty.
Therefore, political observers recommend that the public needs to carefully scrutinize and select the political parties and candidates entering the election. It is necessary to choose political parties that have candidates who will truly work for the benefit of the public and the nation.
