Politics & Government Guide
Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions in Myanmar
Myanmar is governed by a military junta (State Administration Council) led by Min Aung Hlaing following a coup in February 2021. Prime Minister Nyo Saw was appointed in July 2025 as the country prepares for phased elections in limited constituencies. The junta maintains control of major urban centers but faces significant armed resistance, with military control limited to approximately 21 percent of national territory, while the country experiences ongoing humanitarian crisis and displacement.
Political Stability
Poor
Democracy Index
Poor
Government Type
Military junta (State Administration Council)
Legal System
Mixed legal system based on customary law and statutory law under military administration
Head of State
President Not specified in current sources(since 2021)
Head of Government
Prime Minister Nyo Saw(State Administration Council)since 2025
Political Indicators
Political Stability
Scale: 0-1
Highly unstable
World Bank Political Stability Index (2024)
Press Freedom
Scale: 0-100
Very serious situation
Reporters Without Borders (2025)
Democracy Index
Scale: 0-10
Authoritarian regime
Economist Intelligence Unit (2024)
Legislature
Major Political Parties
Military-aligned
Center
Voting Rights
Citizens aged 18 and above have the right to vote. However, voting rights are severely restricted in practice due to ongoing military conflict and junta control. Elections are being held in limited constituencies, with large portions of the country excluded due to insurrection.
Recent Developments
- Nyo Saw appointed as Prime Minister on July 31, 2025, replacing previous administration
- Phased general elections announced for December 2025 and January 2026 in limited constituencies
- Military control limited to approximately 21 percent of Myanmar's territory as of January 2025, with resistance forces controlling significant regions
- Major cabinet reshuffle in 2025 with nine ministers reassigned; Ministries of Electric Power consolidated and Ministry of Industrial Development abolished
- Mandatory military conscription introduced in February 2024 for men aged 18-35 and women aged 18-27
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