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Myanmar Military-backed party wins landslide victory NHK

Results from Myanmar's election commission show the military-backed party won a landslide victory in the general election, securing a majority of seats in both legislative chambers.
According to vote counting results as of Thursday, the Union Solidarity and Development Party, or USDP, has gained 339 seats out of the 586 seats in both houses of parliament.
Adding the one-quarter of seats constitutionally reserved for the military brings the total seats held by pro-military camps to about 86 percent.
A new administration with strong military influence is expected to be established as early as April.
Voting was conducted in three phases, starting in late December and ending on Sunday.
The military was in charge of the election, claiming it was a transition to civilian rule. The junta has been in power since it seized control in a coup five years ago.
But pro-democracy parties had been shut out of the vote. This prompted sustained international criticism questioning the election's legitimacy, with many calling it a "sham."

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Quiz 1:
Which political party achieved a landslide victory in Myanmar’s recent election?
A. National League for Democracy
B. Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP)
C. People's Party
D. Democratic Voice of Burma

Quiz 2:
Approximately what percentage of seats in parliament are held by pro-military factions?
A. 40%
B. 50%
C. 86%
D. 65%

Quiz 3:
How long has the military junta been in power in Myanmar?
A. Five years
B. Ten years
C. Two years
D. Eight years

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Answers:
Quiz 1: B
Quiz 2: C
Quiz 3: A
Summary
Myanmar's election results show a USDP (military-backed) landslide victory, securing ~86% of parliamentary seats. Held under military control, the election faced international criticism as a "sham" due to pro-democracy parties' exclusion. A military-influenced government is expected soon.
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Category ID: nhk

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260130_25/

Date: Jan. 30, 2026

Notes: NHK News with Quiz - 2026-01-30

Created: 2026/02/01 08:40

Updated: 2026/02/01 10:07

Last Read: 2026/02/01 10:07

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