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A Lotus Fabric Business Takes Root on Inle Lake
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When Ko Myint Thein Htun went into the family cotton weaving business by a twist of fate some 20 years ago, he had no idea he would spark a new cottage industry.
Kachin Locals in the Dark Over China-Backed Industrial Zone Plan
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As local landowners watch Chinese surveyors on their lands, few details are known about the 4,700-acre Myitkyina Economic Development Zone and whether they will be compensated.
Quenching Myanmar’s Thirst for Craft Beer
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Burbrit Craft Beer achieved its latest milestone this year, distributing its gourmet brew in cans across the country.
5 Foreign Firms Licensed to Enter Myanmar's Fledgling Life Insurance Market
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YANGON — Myanmar has for the first time allowed foreign insurance companies to operate in the country's life insurance market. The Ministry of Planning and Finance announced on Friday
Myanmar Tourism to Korea Shows Steady Increase
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Success of country’s pop culture, along with direct flights and increased visa issuance contribute to growth
Australian Firm Seeks to Reassure Locals on Gas Drilling off Rakhine
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Some participants in Kyaukphyu meeting say Woodside’s presentation lacked detail
ADB Forecasts Myanmar's Economy to Resume Growth This Year
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The bank said GDP growth would hit 6.6 percent thanks to rising foreign investment after dropping to 6.2 percent last year.
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Shining a Light on Shady Business in Myanmar's Extractive Industries
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The Irrawaddy spoke with Eddie Rich of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative about the global project's goals and Myanmar's progress toward reaching them.
Land Lost, Families Uprooted as Myanmar Pushes Industrial Zones
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Families relocated to make way for the Thilawa SEZ struggle to make ends meet in their new homes.
Suu Kyi, Prayut Open 2nd Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge
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At opening of Myawaddy-Mae Sot bridge, State Counselor hails close ties and vows to continue working to boost connectivity with Thailand
Private Investments Worth $54M for Chin State
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An investment fair held in Yangon over the weekend saw MoUs signed for four major projects—in power, agriculture, housing and hotels—for one of the country’s poorest states.
Suu Kyi Repeats Call for ‘Wider Perspective’ on Myitsone Dam
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She vows a transparent decision that will be socially, environmentally sustainable, but does not offer a personal view or a timeline.
Female Tech Sector Leaders Urge Women to Speak Up
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Leading women in Myanmar's tech sector urged young people to test their personal limits in order to succeed at an event marking International Women's Day.
Myanmar Tourism to Korea Shows Steady Increase
Suu Kyi, Prayut Open 2nd Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge
Private Investments Worth $54M for Chin State
Suu Kyi Repeats Call for ‘Wider Perspective’ on Myitsone Dam
Thai Markets Expected to Rise After Pro-Army Party Leads in Election
Bus Company Owned by Ex-Dictator Ne Win’s Grandsons at Risk of Lawsuit Over Unpaid Loan
Business Community Counters Gov’t Reasons for Kyat Depreciation
Central Bank Drops Exchange Rate Limits