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ACE Electoral News

Burmese vote across cyclone zone, The Sydney Morning Herald (2008).

This article deals with Burmese voters in cyclone-hit regions who went to the polls for a referendum on a new constitution.

Myanmar: Democracy and death in Myanmar, Asia Times (2008)

This article deals with the situation of the referendum on the new charter in Burma's worst cyclone-hit areas.

Myanmar leader says 2010 election plans on course, Channel News Asia, 2008

This article deals with report from the state media which stated the head of Myanmar's government who has told supporters plans for elections in 2010 under a controversial "road map" to democracy are well under way.

Myanmar opposition weighs options, Asia Times Online (2009).

The article deals with Burma (Myanmar) situation towards the 2010 election.

Burma: Why Myanmar's elections will work, Asia Times Online (2009).

This article deals with the condition prior to the general election that will be held in 2010.

Burma: UN chief: Myanmar leader promises to hold inclusive general election, Chinaview (2009).

This article deals with the situation in Myanmar prior the 2010 General Election.

Myanmar's elections an "opportunity for change", Channel News Asia (2009).

This article deals with Myanmar's 2010 elections based on the report released from International Crisis Group.

Burmese PM: Electoral Law Coming Very Soon, The Irrawaddy (2009).

This article deals with Burmese Prime Minister which stated that the electoral law for the planned election in 2010 would be announced soon.

Myanmar: US, ASEAN to tell Myanmar to hold 'credible' polls, The Jakarta Post (2009).

This article deals with the U.S. and Southeast Asian nations which tell Myanmar's military junta to hold credible and fair elections in which pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi can participate.

Myanmar: Nudging the Junta toward Democracy, The Irrawaddy (2009).

This article deals with situation leading to the planned election that will be held in 2010.

Myanmar: The 'Burmese Way' to a 'Disciplined Flourishing Democracy', The Irrawaddy (2009).

This article deals with presidential system adopted in 2008 Burma Constitution.

Burmese Opposition Welcomes Obama’s Call, The Irrawaddy (2009).

This article deals with Burmese opposition groups that have welcomed the call by US President Barack Obama for the release of Aung San Suu Kyi .

Myanmar: Above the Law, The Irrawaddy (2009).

This article deals with the 2008 Constitution which created a new Constitutional Tribunal to interpret and decide cases concerning constitutional law including in deciding cases between Burma’s political factions after the 2010 elections.

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Malaysia's Islamists reshape image to win allies, Reuters (2007).

This article deals with Malaysia's Islamist party which is reshaping its image ahead of widely expected early elections.

Malaysia police break up protest, BBC (2007).

This article deals with thousands of protesters who were marching in Kuala Lumpur to demand electoral reform.

Malaysian opposition slams government over protest clampdown, AFP (2007).

This article deals with Malaysia's opposition and human rights groups’ critic on authorities for attempting to suppress the political rally.

Malaysia's electoral chief says national polls will be held soon, AP (2007).

This article deals with Malaysia's electoral chief statement of the soon will be held national polls and rejection to opposition demands for reforms to ensure transparency.

Malaysia set for general election on March 8, Reuters (2008).

This article deals with Malaysia’s general election to be held on March 8 2008.