My Southeast Asia with Dr Farish: Borders & Beyond
In the debut episode, historian Dr Farish Noor explores the historic fluidity of Southeast Asia’s borders. He visits Yangon, the Thai-Malaysian border and the … source
Myanmar Media Laws
Journalists in Myanmar, who were once jailed or lived in exile, have hailed steps taken by the government towards media reform. But they say there’s still a long … source
Myanmar needs national aviation policy: IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) said Myanmar needs a national aviation policy. In a written reply to Channel NewsAsia’s queries, IATA said … source
Typewriting the future: a dying art in a changing city
Typewriters still serve a critical role in the operations of government, banks and business in Myanmar. But it seems inevitable that soon they will disappear from Yangon’s streets. source
Aid on Myanmar highway
The Singapore Red Cross Society has helped build a first aid post on a Myanmar highway, giving assistance to accident victims. The highway, connecting the two main cities of Yangon…
MYANMAR: Aims to increase direct inbound foreign investment index by 10%
Myanmar is aiming to increase inbound foreign direct investment by 10 percent this year to around 3 billion US dollars. It’s targeting agriculture and tourism to lead the drive. Myanmar’s…
Perspectives Jan 2013: Future of Myanmar
How will Myanmar balance economic, political and social reforms while ensuring sustainable development? Is Myanmar’s national reconciliation process a distant dream? Is the international community… source
Channel NewsAsia in Myanmar
Laws in Myanmar are still vague and uncertain, despite progress made in the legal environment. But many are still optimistic about the abundant business opportunities the country has to offer….…