Hsu / Myo Gyi (NP News) – June 7 

A total of 50 political parties reapplied for the party registration at the Union Election Commission (UEC). Amongst, 22 political parties have been approved by the UEC for registration, according to the information released by the commission.

According to the information, Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), Arakan Front Party (AFP) and The People's Pioneer Party (PPP) involved in 22 parties. 

In addition, 13 political parties have registered for establishment at the UEC; and among which, six political parties have been allowed for registration. 

Among six newly established political parties, Union Development Party and Shan and Ethnic Groups Democratic Party included.