Chiang Mai (Mizzima) – The Burmese government’s Election Commission warned political candidates to follow campaign rules established in 2010.
The rules address issues such as giving local authorities pre-notification of meetings seven days in advance of an event and candidates’ speech must not “tarnishing the image of the armed forces or cause disaffection to the state.”
Political parties are beginning to launch their campaigns prior to the April 1 by-election for 48 empty seats in Parliament and state and regional governments.
Candidates must inform local authorities of the estimated number of audience members at a campaign meeting. Regulations also say supporters coming to an election campaign meeting shall not march in procession before or after the meetings or shout slogans.
In addition, candidates must not use sound boxes or amplifiers at campaign events.
