Myanmar's new president sworn in, plans to work towards amending constitution

<p>Htin Kyaw, a trusted friend of Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, took over as Myanmar’s president Wednesday, calling it a “historic moment” in the country’s long-drawn transition to democracy after decades of military rule.</p><p>In a day full of ceremony and symbolism, Htin Kyaw was sworn in along with his two vice presidents and 18-member Cabinet that includes Suu Kyi in an austere hall of parliament with lawmakers dressed in traditional costume.</p>
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