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Greater regional integration, a single visa and across-the-board standards in the tourism sector are expected to boost trade in ASEAN by 10%-20% Myanmar says it is committed to boosting intra-regional trade with a common visa for ASEAN nationals to be made available in 2014 The travel and tourism sector offers a transitioning Myanmar an important …
With about 70% of its labour force employed in agriculture, Myanmar should focus on boosting growth and productivity in the sector to reduce poverty significantly Myanmar has the potential to become a regional force in agriculture Focusing on agriculture could ensure that Myanmar’s economic growth is balanced and sustainable over the long term Nay Pyi …
Myanmar’s opposition leader reiterates resolve to run for president in 2015 Union Minister Soe Thane described Myanmar’s journey to democracy as “irreversible” The government and Aung San Suu Kyi were urged to ensure inclusiveness and protection of minority rights Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar, 6 June 2013 – “I want to run for president and I’m quite …
74% of Myanmar’s population lack access to electricity. Energy has been identified as a pressing challenge for the country’s economic growth Report says Myanmar could emerge as the next South-East Asian frontier and paves the way for further reforms to underpin the country’s development First ever comprehensive report on Myanmar’s energy sector launched at World Economic …
Young Global Leaders programme tackling child malnutrition will be rolled out in primary schools in Myanmar, followed by South-East Asia Table For Two encourages people in the developed world to eat healthily while paying for children’s school meals in developing economies Over 300 YGLs from across the world are in Myanmar with the World Economic Forum …
Ministers and tourism authorities from Myanmar, Cambodia, Indonesia and the Secretary of Tourism of the Philippines have today agreed to collaborate on a smart visa system Letter of intent was signed in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar, during the World Economic Forum on East Asia Over 900 participants from 55 countries are taking part in the …
Amsterdam, 13 May 2013 – Heineken N.V. (‘HEINEKEN’) today announced that it has entered into a local joint venture agreement with privately-owned Alliance Brewery Company Ltd (ABC) to brew and sell HEINEKEN beers in Myanmar. ABC is majority-owned by Aung Moe Kyaw, a local entrepreneur and established leader in the spirits industry. The new …
FOUR ENTRY POINTS FOR MORE SUSTAINABLE URBAN DEVELOPMENT IN THE CONTEXT OF RAPID URBANISATION Think Piece for the Myanmar Urban Development Conference 6-8 May 2013, Yangon Introduction The temptation is strong to join the chorus of voices to the effect that Myanmar has a unique window of opportunity to avoid the mistakes committed by other rapidly developing …
February 5, 2013 An IMF team headed by Mr. Anoop Singh, Director of the Asia Pacific Department visited Myanmar January 31-February 6, 2013, to discuss intensification of the IMF’s relations with the Government of the Union of Myanmar. Mr. Singh was accompanied by Mr. Matt Davies, the IMF’s mission chief for Myanmar, Ms. Susan Creane, …
Yangon, 11 January 2013¡V Sphere Conferences and the Republic of Union of Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce & Industry (UMFCCI) today announced that they will jointly organise a series of industry-specific investment conferences showcasing investment opportunities in the urban development, banking and finance as well as logistics and supply chain sectors starting from May …