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What was Thein Sein's position before becoming President?

  • Prime Minister

  • Chief Justice

  • Military Commander

  • Finance Minister

Answer

Prior to his presidency, Thein Sein served as Prime Minister of Myanmar from 2007 to 2011. He was appointed to this position by the military junta that ruled the country at the time. During his tenure as Prime Minister, Thein Sein oversaw various economic and political reforms, including the release of political prisoners and the initiation of talks with ethnic rebel groups.
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