Voters speak out in Dawbon and Pazundaung as Phase II of the 2025 Election Begins

(1) Ma Aye Aye Nyein (Voter, Dawbon Township)

I am excited because this is my first-time voting. I am happy because I can vote for my favourite party in three different places. While casting my vote, I realized that a citizen’s vote is important for a candidate, and that each vote is especially valuable for young people. Therefore, I want a new government that can best shape the future of the country, its people, and women. For this reason, I happily voted for the party that I hope will do the best for the country. I also believe it will best serve the future of young women in particular.

(2) Maung Aung Kaung Myat (Voter, Dawbon Township)

I was excited because it was my first-time voting. This time, I preferred voting by machine rather than by writing. I voted for the party that I believe can support the future of our youth. Since I cast my vote without any outside influence or coercion, I can say that my vote is ‘clean’ and my conscience is clear. I voted for the party that I believe will bring light to our country.

(3) Ko Aung Moe (Voter, Dawbon Township)

As a citizen, I have been waiting since early morning to cast my vote. As a citizen, I also have a responsibility to vote. Voting by machine is convenient. I believe that the party I voted for can meet international standards in education, healthcare, and the future development of the country, so I pressed all three buttons with great determination for candidates.

(4) Ma Phyo Pyae Pyae Aung (Voter, Pazundaung Township)

Young people are the generation that will one day become leaders, so we need to help improve their lives. If we further develop the education sector, many young technologists will emerge. A country without educated youth is like a vast garden that has boundaries but lacks the beauty of blooming flowers. In today’s technological era, education has become increasingly important, and because education empowers people to understand national affairs and politics, I voted for the party that will provide a bright future for the youth.

(5) Ma Yoon Nadi Myo Aung (Voter, Pazundaung Township)

I was a little nervous because it was my first-time voting, but I voted for the party I support. I want the country to develop further and to stand on equal footing with other ASEAN countries. I want improvements in sports and technology, and I believe young people are ready to work hard. I want to see creation of more job opportunities for young people and make it easier for them to study abroad. I also want to improve educational opportunities for young people who were unable to complete their schooling. I feel relieved because I have fulfilled my duty as a citizen. Now, the remaining responsibility lies with the candidates who received our votes. As we are young people, we have done our part, and now we wait with hope for the results.

(6) Ma Than Than Htay (Voter, Dawbon Township)

As a citizen, I came to vote to ensure I don’t lose my rights and to support a party capable of striving for the country’s prosperity. Voting this time has been much more convenient. Since we can now cast our votes quickly by simply pressing a button on a machine for the party we prefer, the process is significantly faster. I was able to choose and vote for a party that I believe can advocate for the rights and entitlements of our women. In particular, I have high hopes for them to take action on reducing the high cost of living that those women are currently struggling with. I believe other housewives feel the same way I do.

(7) Daw Ei Mi Mon (Head for the Polling Station 2, Myothit Ward, Dawbon Township)

I am the Head for the Polling Station 2 in Myothit Ward, Dawbon Township. There are 1,269 voters registered to cast their ballots at this station, and we observed citizens waiting to vote as early as 5 am. Officials have made all necessary arrangements to ensure that the public can vote quickly, easily, and smoothly. At this station, voters are casting ballots for six parties competing for the Pyithu Hluttaw, eight parties for the Amyotha Hluttaw, and five parties for the Regional Hluttaw. Additionally, eligible voters are casting ballots for the Kayin and Rakhine ethnic parties. We have coordinated the process to ensure that voting can take place from 6 am until 4 pm.

(8) Daw Mar Mar Nyo (Head for the Polling Station 1, Dawbon Township)

At Polling Station 1 in Dawbon Township, there are 1,361 eligible voters for Phase II of the 2026 Multiparty General Election. Since citizens began casting their votes as soon as the polling station opened at 6 am, we have made all necessary arrangements to ensure everything proceeds smoothly. Our station is staffed with a Polling Station Head, a Deputy Polling Station Head, five voting machine operators, and six voter list verifiers. Along with other officials, we have coordinated efforts to facilitate a seamless voting process. We have also been encouraging all eligible voters to come and cast their votes so they do not lose their fundamental rights as citizens.

(9) Daw Sanda Htay (Head for the Polling Station 1, Ward 10, Pazundaung Township)

We have made all necessary preparations to ensure the public can vote comfortably. To keep the voter list verification process clear and easy, we have organized our staff into two separate shifts. Since the voting machines are functioning perfectly, the public is finding the voting process very convenient. I would also like to express my gratitude to the Philippine Embassy for visiting our polling station to observe and record the proceedings. At Pazundaung Township Polling Station 1, there are 1,147 registered voters, and we have seen a steady stream of people arriving to cast their votes throughout the morning. As the station will close at 4 pm, I would like to urge everyone to come and vote so as not to lose their rights as citizens.

(10) Daw Myint San Yie (Head for the Polling Station 2, Pazundaung Township)

Citizens have been arriving since early this morning to vote in today’s Phase II of the election. Yesterday, we conducted testing to ensure there would be no technical malfunctions with the machines. Everything is proceeding smoothly. There are 1,228 eligible voters at Polling Station 2, and we are warmly and cordially welcoming all citizens who come to cast their ballots until 4 pm.

(11) Daw Saw Moe (Voter, Dawbon Township)

I woke up early this morning to come and vote so that I wouldn’t lose my rights as a citizen. Voting is something we simply must do. The main reason I’m here is that, as a citizen, I want to fulfil my duty and have peace of mind; furthermore, I want our country to be peaceful. I cast my vote for the party that I believe can achieve that. The voting process went smoothly. As a citizen, I am both happy and satisfied to have voted. I truly believe that the party I voted for will be beneficial for the country.

(12) Daw Myint Myint Naing (Voter, Pazundaung Township)

I am delighted that we have the opportunity to vote. I cast my vote for the party that I believe understands the national interest as well as the lives of housewives – one that will stand up for women’s rights and work towards making the cost of living more affordable. I pressed the button for the party I trust to provide equal rights without discrimination based on race or religion. Because I hope for a life where all ethnic nationalities within Myanmar can live together in harmony through thick and thin, I gave my vote to the candidate I believe can faithfully deliver on that promise.

(13) U Myo Htwe (Voter, Pazundaung Township)

I cast my vote specifically for the party that will be beneficial to the country. I have high expectations that the party I supported will be able to drive rapid momentum in the sectors of transportation, education, healthcare, and the economy. I chose a party that I believe will serve the interests of both the nation and its people, striving to achieve national peace, stability, and development.

(14) U Thein Tun Oo (Administrator of Ward 10, Pazundaung Township)

We have made all the necessary arrangements to ensure today’s voting process is smooth and that every eligible citizen can cast their ballot. People are arriving in large numbers to vote. Because comprehensive security measures are in place, citizens are able to cast their votes with peace of mind. Observing everyone from the 18-year-old to those over 70 coming out to vote demonstrates a profound reliance on the electoral process for national development. Clearly, everyone is hopeful for the emergence of a new government that meets the people’s expectations.

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