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Japanese trade group launches business support center in Myanmar

published by kwrintl on Sun, 09/02/2012 - 20:40

Updated: 2012-09-02 10:46:00

(Xinhua)

YANGON, September 2 (Xinhua) -- The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) has launched a business support center in Myanmar's Yangon in a bid to boost trade with the country, official media reported Sunday.
A message of Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yakio Edano was sent on the occasion.

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ADB Report: Myanmar in Transition: Opportunities and Challenges

published by kwrintl on Sun, 09/02/2012 - 17:38

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Myanmar Economy May See Annual 8% Growth For A Decade, ADB Says

published by kwrintl on Sun, 09/02/2012 - 17:31

By Daniel Ten Kate - Aug 19, 2012 11:30 PM ET

Myanmar’s economy may grow as much as 8 percent a year over the next decade as inflation remains low and the government increases trade ties with neighbors China and India, according to the Asian Development Bank.
The near-term outlook for the economy, one-tenth the size of neighboring Thailand, is “relatively upbeat” because of higher foreign investment and commodity sales, the ADB said in a report today. Annual growth of 8 percent may triple per capita gross domestic product to $3,000 by 2030, it said.

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Bangkok Post: Myanmar seeks help to build 21st century grid

published by kwrintl on Sun, 09/02/2012 - 17:28

Tue 14 Aug 2012
Filed under: Business / Trade,International,News
In country where only 25% of people have access to electricity, newly emboldened citizens are starting to vent their frustration over shortages.

Myanmar has started discussions with foreign companies in a bid to transform its dilapidated national electricity grid, a vital component of the country’s economic reforms.

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S. Korea, Burma to deepen trade ties

published by kwrintl on Sun, 09/02/2012 - 17:24

Monday, 06 August 2012 13:47 Mizzima News

South Korean Foreign Minister Kim Sung-hwan met Burma’s Foreign Minister Wunna Maung Lwin in Seoul on Friday to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, resources, infrastructure and development, according to the South Korean Foreign Ministry.

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US Ambassador to Burma Sees Growing Ties Between Countries

published by kwrintl on Sun, 09/02/2012 - 17:22

Monday, 30 July 2012

The U.S. ambassador to Burma says there is "excellent momentum" in the relationship between the United States and Burma, but acknowledged there are enormous challenges ahead.

Derek Mitchell told VOA that his new appointment demonstrates Washington's commitment to building the relationship. Mitchell arrived in Burma earlier this month as the first U.S. ambassador to that country in 22 years.

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Worth Reading - ICG Report: Myanmar: The Politics of Economic Reform

published by kwrintl on Sun, 09/02/2012 - 15:48

Asia Report N°23127 Jul 2012
The Executive summary is also available in Burmese.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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Jim Rogers: ‘Myanmar best investment opportunity in the world"

published by kwrintl on Sun, 09/02/2012 - 15:45

In an exclusive interview with OilPrice.com, Jim Rogers declared Myanmar to be the best investment opportunity in the world , with North Korea not far behind.