Burmese president Thein Sein has told the BBC’s Hardtalk programme that he would accept Aung San Suu Kyi as president if she was elected by the people.
"Whether she will become a leader of the nation depends on the will of the people. If the people accept her, then I will have to accept her," he said.
"There isn't any problem between me and Aung San Suu Kyi. We are working together."
He also reaffirmed his government’s commitment to continuing democratic reforms and urged for remaining sanctions to be lifted.
Thein Sein spoke at the UN General Assembly a few days ago, praising Suu Kyi and congratulating her for being awarded the US Congressional Gold Medal.
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