ISTANBUL, July 17 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Myanmar’s military junta has started approving political parties ahead of the expected elections in the country, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported, citing local media.
According to state broadcaster MRTV, 27 applications have been filed with the Union Election Commission to establish political parties.
The Ministry of Information said the junta has approved the formation of the Peace and Development Party and the New Generation Wamsanu Party.
However, applications from the People Power for Democracy Party, the Li Shaw National Party and three others were rejected.
So far, 21 political parties have been granted approval.
Junta chief Min Aung Hlaing previously pledged that elections would be held in December this year and January next year.
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