Myanmar, Cambodia, Indonesia and the Philippines Agree to Work on ASEAN...
Teaser: Ministers and tourism authorities from Myanmar, Cambodia, Indonesia and the Secretary of Tourism of the Philippines have today agreed to collaborate on a smart tourism systemLetter of intent...
View ArticleYoung Global Leaders Announce Programme to Tackle Child Malnutrition in Myanmar
Teaser: Young Global Leaders programme tackling child malnutrition will be rolled out in primary schools in Myanmar, followed by South-East AsiaTable For Two encourages people in the developed world to...
View ArticleForum launches report to help boost Myanmar’s energy reforms
Teaser: 74% of Myanmar’s population lack access to electricity. Energy has been identified as a pressing challenge for the country’s economic growthReport says Myanmar could emerge as the next...
View ArticleInterconnectivity Critical to Unlocking ASEAN’s Vast Growth Potential
Teaser: Improved connectivity, streamlined processes and regulatory harmonization will boost ASEAN’s productivityASEAN’s strength lies in its formation as a regional trading bloc, not as single member...
View ArticleAung San Suu Kyi Declares Resolve to Run for President
Teaser: Myanmar’s opposition leader reiterates resolve to run for president in 2015Union Minister Soe Thane described Myanmar’s journey to democracy as “irreversible” The government and Aung San Suu...
View ArticleLeaders Prioritize Connectivity, Cooperation and Inclusive Growth for Region
Teaser: Leaders of Myanmar, Vietnam and Laos expressed a shared commitment to cooperation through ASEAN and other regional forumsInclusivity must be a priority to ensure economic gains are...
View ArticleFor a “Quick Win” for Poverty Reduction, Myanmar Should Invest in Agriculture
Teaser: With about 70% of its labour force employed in agriculture, Myanmar should focus on boosting growth and productivity in the sector to reduce poverty significantlyMyanmar has the potential to...
View ArticleEast Asia Joins Forces to Tap Deep Regional Tourism Potential
Teaser: 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...
View ArticleMyanmar to Focus on Education and Skills Training for its Young Workforce
Teaser: Myanmar is ready to go to work, but it needs local and international involvement to educate its peopleJapan and India are among the countries at the forefront of this effort, with the Japan...
View ArticleIn Pursuing Reforms, Listen to the People, Say Myanmar and Philippine Presidents
Teaser: The 22nd World Economic Forum on East Asia closed with the presidents of Myanmar and the Philippines stressing the need for political and economic reforms that are inclusiveNext year’s meeting...
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