Political parties in Myanmar are targeting parliamentary seats in conflict-affected constituencies of northern Shan State through the Proportional Representation (PR) system for the 2025-26 elections, focusing on areas where voting was previously disrupted. This strategy was reported in a BNI Online article shared on X at approximately 6:15 PM UTC on January 27, 2026. The PR system enables parties to gain seats based on overall vote shares despite disruptions in specific locales, according to BNI Online. Northern Shan State constituencies have experienced voting interruptions due to ongoing conflict, prompting parties to prioritize these areas for potential seat gains. The development comes as Myanmar prepares for the 2025-26 elections, with parties adapting strategies to conflict zones. BNI Online highlighted the focus on Shan State in the post hashtagged #ShanState #MyanmarPolitics.
