Myanmar mystics divine future after ill-augured election

As the upcoming Dec 28 election continues to draw criticism and scrutiny, some believe its outcome could be swayed with “Yadaya” - magic rituals thought to steer fate.

BANGKOK: What lies ahead after Myanmar’s forthcoming elections?

The answer is hidden in the alignment of the stars, the occult flame of black magic candles and sacred geometry visible only to the third eye - if you believe the country’s spiritual soothsayers.

“The question most people ask is clear. When will Myanmar prosper?“ said astrologer Linn Nhyo Taryar.

Five years ago, Myanmar’s future seemed more certain. The country had enjoyed a decade-long democratic experiment after a history of hermetic military rule.