Myanmar parliament dominated by pro-military party convenes after 5 years

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Myanmar's military-dominated parliament convened for the first time in five years following elections that excluded major opposition parties, marking a significant political development since the 2021 military coup. The new parliament is largely composed of pro-military party members, consolidating the junta's political control. The move is widely seen as an attempt by the military to legitimize its rule.

New parliament opens for the first time since the 2021 coup after elections that excluded major opposition parties.