The military regime issued a formal decree in February dissolving all political parties, codifying a restriction on partisan activities that had been in effect for months. The order, finalized late last month, removes the remaining legal framework for organized opposition following a series of institutional dismantlings initiated in the previous year.
This development follows the October 2025 dissolution of the Independent National Electoral Commission (Céni). The electoral body was disbanded by executive decree five months prior to the ban on political parties. At the time of the Céni’s dissolution, authorities indicated a restructuring of the electoral architecture, though no successor institution has been publicly named since.
Political activities were already suspended before the formal dissolution of the parties. The suspension had halted public rallies, internal elections, and cross-party coordination. The recent decree transitions these temporary restrictions into a permanent structural change, leaving the political landscape without recognized partisan entities.
As of early April 2026, the regime has not announced a timeline for the restoration of electoral processes. Communications from the transitional authorities remain limited to administrative directives regarding civil service and security operations. Requests for clarification on the formation of a new electoral commission have gone unanswered by the presidency.
International observers note the absence of a roadmap for returning to civilian governance. Diplomatic channels indicate that negotiations regarding the status of the dissolved institutions are stalled. The regime maintains that security conditions prioritize stability over immediate political normalization.
