CNI News
19 November 2025
Political parties and analysts are discussing what issues newly elected MPs should prioritize once the new parliament (Hluttaw) emerges after the elections.
They point out that the post-election government will need political stability to rebuild society, and therefore peace-related issues should be treated as top priorities.
They also note that forming a national unity-style government could help resolve the current political and military crises.
Sai Aik Paung, Chairman of the Shan and Nationalities Democratic Party (SNDP), told CNI News that the next government should focus mainly on stabilizing commodity prices, creating job opportunities for the public, working to lift international sanctions, and ensuring consistent electricity supplies for the people.
A marketplace
He said: “In the short term, the most important thing is to bring commodity prices down and stabilize them. We need to make sure job opportunities are available. We also have to work to lift international sanctions. If sanctions are lifted, foreign investment will come in, and when it comes in, job opportunities will open up. Prices will stabilize naturally, and the kyat will regain value. These things need to be done quickly—even in the first 100 days. Electricity must be restored quickly in industrial zones, and we need to ensure that the public has regular access to power. Prices are extremely high right now. People are struggling, especially the grassroots. So the new government must prioritize this.”
U Htet Aung Kyaw, a political analyst, told CNI News that addressing the sharp and unreasonable rise in commodity prices — which is heavily affecting lower-income groups — should be the first priority, as it is a problem that can be solved within a short timeframe and directly impacts the public.
Voters waiting in line to cast their ballots
He said: “Commodity prices are unreasonably high which is something that shouldn’t be happening at this level. This is an issue that can be addressed quickly. It’s something that can be brought to parliament immediately and resolved without delay. If it were up to me, this would be the first proposal I would submit in parliament. And along with that, the price of medicines must also be addressed. Medicine prices have risen unfairly, and people are suffering a lot because of it. These directly affect public health. That’s why I believe they should be resolved first.”
Observers advise that voters should carefully examine and choose political parties and candidates in the upcoming elections—selecting only those who genuinely prioritize the interests of the people and the nation.
In Myanmar, Election Phase (1) will be held on December 28, 2025, Election Phase (2) on January 11, 2026, and Election Phase (3) in the final week of January. A new government and parliament will emerge afterward.
