A USDP campaign poster in the Kokang Self-Administered Zone of northern Shan State, where most residents speak Mandarin Chinese. The party has declared victory in all seats in the two townships of the SAZ. (USDP | Facebook)

Despite some gains, early results indicate another poor NLD showing in Shan

The state will continue to be the country’s biggest political anomaly, with the ruling party trailing both the USDP and SNLD.

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