Commentary: Myanmar learnt the wrong lessons from Indonesia’s political transition Toggle share menu Advertisement Commentary: Myanmar learnt the wrong lessons from Indonesia’s political transition The Myanmar generals may have been inspired by Suharto’s coup to oust powerful political foes in the 1960s but should look instead at Indonesia’s democratic transition, says Dr Nehginpao Kipgen. Composite photos of Myanmar Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and former Indonesian President Suharto. (Photos: Reuters, AFP) 17 Mar 2021 10:32AM) Share this content Bookmark NEW DELHI: Before Myanmar transitioned to a quasi-civilian government in 2011, the military leadership closely studied the model of Indonesia’s democratic transition.