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When was Thein Sein appointed as the Prime Minister?

  • 2005

  • 2007

  • 2006

  • 2008

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Thein Sein, appointed Prime Minister in 2007, played a crucial role in Myanmar's transition from military rule to a civilian government. During his tenure, he implemented significant political reforms, including releasing political prisoners, easing media censorship, and allowing greater freedom of expression. These reforms paved the way for the country's first democratic elections in 2015, marking a historic turning point in Myanmar's political landscape.
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