Political and social transition in Myanmar has been long overdue. The latest commitment by a presidential adviser, in the country's military-led government, that democracy champion Aung San Suu Kyi could get a government role, should she win in the elections, is an encouraging sign.
It is the latest gesture that reform is slowly on its way and Myanmar could be turning the corner. The release of political prisoners would be the icing on the cake so as to speak, coupled with free and fair democratic elections.
The world is watching the developments in Myanmar. There should be a thaw in relations as well as dialogue between the government and the opposition.
Words must be translated into action so that the country regains its rightful place in the community of nations as well as realises the benefits of global sanctions being lifted. Myanmar presents a low-risk-high return proposition in economic terms and the world waits to interact with it on multiple platforms.
