Campaigning ahead of Myanmar’s general election that begins on Sunday (Dec 28) has been shorn of the energy of previous polls, residents said, as voting is scheduled amid a civil war and a humanitarian crisis as well as wide criticism that it is a sham to help the junta perpetuate power.
Three residents of Myanmar’s commercial capital Yangon, parts of which will vote on Sunday, said they remember past campaigns being rife with activity, including lively rallies, noisy road shows and large gatherings.
“This time, the candidates did not really come out on the streets. I only see sign boards on the streets about them,” said a 31-year-old from Yangon, who asked not to be named because of security concerns. (CNA)