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Myanmar's democratic transition

Suu Kyi aide sworn in as Myanmar president

A close aide to Aung San Suu Kyi is sworn in as Myanmar's president, a role that will see him act as a proxy for the pro-democracy figurehead and carry the hopes of a nation emerging from military rule. (Photo: AFP) 

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