Myanmar election provides test for reform

2012-04-01 7

Myanmar is holding by-elections that are being seen as a key step in the country's road to democracy.

It is the first time international observers will monitor polls in the former Burma.

A civilian government took office one year ago after five decades of military rule.

The speed of its reforms, including releasing political prisoners, has surprised some in the West.

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