Elections

Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president by pro-military Parliament

General Min Aung Hlaing's ascent to the presidency followed a major reshuffle in the leadership of Myanmar's armed forces, which he had led since 2011.

Democrats sue Trump over crackdown on mail-in voting

Mr Trump’s order limits mail-in ballots only to people on “State Citizenship Lists” compiled by his administration.

Serbian president invites parties for talks as anti-government protests continue

People hold flags during a student-led demonstration to mark one year since a major anti-government rally and to protest against authorities over corruption and accountability, in Nis, Serbia, March 1, 2026. REUTERS/Djordje Kojadinovic

Nepal holds its first post-poll Parliament session

Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah (centre) and Rastriya Swatantra Party president Rabi Lamichhane (left) arrive to attend the April 2 Parliament session in Kathmandu.

Myanmar Parliament to hold vote to elect president on April 3: House Speaker

FILE PHOTO: Myanmar's military leader Senior General Min Aung Hlaing participates in a parade commemorating the 81st Armed Forces Day in Naypyidaw, Myanmar, March 27, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo

Bulgaria's caretaker PM says elections will be cleanest in years

Newly appointed caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov leaves the presidential office after an official ceremony in Sofia, Bulgaria, February 12, 2026. REUTERS/Spasiyana Sergieva

Rubio says Venezuela will ultimately need transition phase, free elections

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio also said on March 31 that Cuba needed economic and political reforms and Washington would soon have more news on the country.

Trump signs order on mail ballots, escalating election overhaul push

US President Donald Trump speaks as he shows a signed executive order on mail ballots, in the Oval Office of the White House.

Myanmar junta chief elected vice-president, moves a step closer to the presidency

Myanmar's junta chief Min Aung Hlaing was elected a vice-president by the country's Lower House on March 31.

General, coup leader, soon to be president: Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing

Myanmar's Senior General Min Aung Hlaing is set to become the country’s president.

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