CLEAN : Thein Sein: quiet junta insider who opened Myanmar to the world

The transcript discusses the transition from a controlled authoritarian rule to a period of potential reform. It highlights the leader's loyalty, modesty, and lack of corruption, which initially led to assumptions of his compliance with the outgoing dictator's wishes. However, the leader's unexpected decision-making abilities and push for reform surprised many. The narrative also touches on the challenges faced by a country emerging from decades of authoritarianism and civil war, emphasizing the difficulty of achieving a pure legacy.

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