Myanmar’s military government announced on Sunday an extension of a state of emergency for another six months until Feb. 1, 2023, saying the country needs more time to return to stability and prepare for elections.
Acting president Myint Swe approved military chief Min Aung Hlaing’s request for an emergency extension at the National Defense and Security Council meeting in the capital Naypyidaw, during which the regime’s activities over the past 18 months and the current political situation were discussed.
“Necessary arrangements are needed for relevant organizations including the Union Election Commission. Political parties should also make changes appropriate to the new electoral system and the public also needs to be widely educated about it so we need more time for preparations,” Min Aung Hlaing was quoted as saying on state broadcaster MRTV.
