Pakistan, July 31 -- Myanmar's military-led government has announced the formation of an 11-member election commission, led by junta chief Min Aung Hlaing, to organize a national vote. State media shared the news on Thursday, confirming his continued grip on power.

Although the commission has been formed, authorities have not officially declared an election date. However, Min Aung Hlaing stated on Wednesday that the vote is expected to take place in December this year.

This will be Myanmar's first national election since the military coup in 2021, which triggered widespread unrest and a prolonged civil war. The political and humanitarian crisis has severely destabilized the nation.

Despite forming the commission, Min Aung Hlaing will r...