Myanmar's parliament reconvenes for first time since military coup

Myanmar’s parliament convened for the first time in five years Monday, marking a formal restoration of legislative proceedings in the country following widely contested national elections held by the military junta government. The reopening of the legislature has raised important legal questions regarding the constitutional framework of governance, the legality of the elections held under military rule, and the resulting composition of the parliamentary body. [ . . . ] The coup ended a decade-long period of limited civilian rule and effectively returned Myanmar to direct military control, triggering widespread protests, violent repression, and ongoing political conflict. While the nation now sees a formal return to legislative proceedings after years of disruption, the coup, questionable elections and the junta’s continued political dominance raise unresolved questions about the legitimacy of the new legislature.
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