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Aung San Suu Kyi sworn in to Burma parliament
May 02, 2012
May 02, 2012
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however, and there are fears the presence of the opposition lawmakers could simply legitimize the regime without any change.
U.S. warms up to fast-changing Burma
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Southeast Asian leaders: Lift Burma sanctions
But the new lawmakers are also likely to bring a level of public debate to the legislative body that has never been seen as they prepare for the next general election in 2015.
The solemn swearing-in ceremony took place in the capital, Naypyitaw, which was built by the former army junta. With white roses in her hair, Suu Kyi stood along with several
however, and there are fears the presence of the opposition lawmakers could simply legitimize the regime without any change.
U.S. warms up to fast-changing Burma
Burma's president calls election a success
Southeast Asian leaders: Lift Burma sanctions
But the new lawmakers are also likely to bring a level of public debate to the legislative body that has never been seen as they prepare for the next general election in 2015.
The solemn swearing-in ceremony took place in the capital, Naypyitaw, which was built by the former army junta. With white roses in her hair, Suu Kyi stood along with several
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