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But don't be surprised if he chooses to remain behind the scenes as the unofficial “Senior President” or “President Mentor,” the real power behind the scenes.
So, here's a snapshot of the new Burma: the new government will be composed of the regime's incumbent ministers; about 80 percent of the USDP candidates will have seats in the brand new parliament; Than Shwe will be elected president or assume the “President Mentor” role; ethnic groups who signed cease-fire agreements are likely to fight the regime, in response to increased pressure on them to become a border guard force. Oh, yes. Don't expect to see the release of the more than 2,200 political prisoners under this new government. 1 | 2 | COMMENTS (3)
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