Event Brief
Myanmar Parliament Elects Speaker Amid Criticism
Filed: Mar 16, 2026 at 5:05 AM ET
Summary: Myanmar's parliament convenes and elects a new speaker, facing widespread criticism.
WHO: Myanmar
WHAT: Parliament opens and elects speaker
WHEN: Mar 16, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
WHERE: Naypyidaw
WHY: Amid widespread criticism of the political situation
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