After its historic transition to civilian rule following years of incremental reforms, Myanmar is enjoying a period of exceptional growth. Once an outlier in the region, Myanmar now has the fastest-growing economy in ASEAN, and is seen as a source of regional strength and a destination of opportunity. Further liberalisation is planned, international investment is expected to remain strong and...
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Chapter | Trade & Investment from The Report: Myanmar 2017
Although Myanmar remains in trade deficit, its trade balance has been improving in recent months. The trade deficit stood at $1.11bn in the first quarter of 2015 and fell to $945.7m in the same period of 2016, highlighting the impact rising exports are having on trade growth, and painting a brighter picture for long-term trade trends.
This chapter contains interviews with Le Luong...
Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: Myanmar 2017
Undergoing profound and rapid change, Myanmar is today emerging as one of Asia’s most sought-after investment destinations. Its opening to the global economy has come after decades of military rule, during which a long period of isolation and internal conflict was followed by an era of gradual disengagement from politics by the army. This retreat took a decisive step forward in November 2015,...
Myanmar today is a country undergoing rapid change, and there is a solid determination among its people and leaders alike to help their country establish an important place at the global political and economic table.
This section offers facts for visitors, a list of recommended hotels and contact information for airlines, foreign embassies, hospitals, business and trade associations, and other institutions. It also contains a feature piece about the popular tourist destination, Inle Lake.
This chapter examines new developments in Myanmar’s tax code, including the Union Tax Law 2015 and the self-assessment system. It also contains a viewpoint from U Win Thin, Chairman, Win Consulting.