Bangladesh, July 10 -- The government of Myanmar should ensure all voting-age Rohingya-including Rohingyas in Bangladesh-have the right to vote, said Fortify Rights on Friday as Myanmar is heading for next national elections.

"Rohingya voted in past elections, and they should have the right to vote in November," said Matthew Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Fortify Rights.

"Mass absentee voting is possible. The government has ample time to ensure the upcoming elections are free and fair."

On July 2, the Myanmar Union Election Commission announced that national elections are scheduled for November 8.

Citizenship is a requirement for voting in Myanmar, and the Government of Myanmar has long denied Rohingya access to full citizenship ri...