• BUSINESS

  Headwinds in Myanmar

  Asia focus, Larry Jagan, Published on 20/01/2020

  » The economic outlook for Myanmar for the coming year looks resilient, but the country faces enormous risks posed by internal tensions and international economic trends, according to the World Bank.

• BUSINESS

  Myanmar's new investment push

  Asia focus, Larry Jagan, Published on 14/01/2019

  » The government of Myanmar is hoping this year will be a watershed for the country's investment and development plans. The emphasis is firmly on liberalisation and attracting foreign investors, as well as involving the local business community in the expected economic resurgence.

• BUSINESS

  Myanamar reforms gather pace

  Asia focus, Larry Jagan, Published on 09/04/2018

  » Myanmar has reached a critical crossroads with the start of a new financial year as the National League for Democracy (NLD) government enters its third year in office. But concrete plans for accelerated economic and political reform are in the pipeline. They mark a return to the NLD's traditional, populist principles, stressing land rights and economic fairness but with an emphasis on economic liberalisation.

• BUSINESS

  Myanmar banks feel the heat

  Asia focus, Larry Jagan, Published on 23/09/2019

  » The fragile state of Myanmar's banking industry remains a problem for the government as it strives to liberalise the financial sector and create a genuine market-based economy. A mini-run on local banks earlier this month underscored how shaky public confidence is.

• WORLD

  Yangon gets smarter

  Asia focus, Larry Jagan, Published on 20/05/2019

  » Yangon is introducing smart meters to control the electricity supply, monitor usage and bill customers in a single automated system. If a pilot project is successful, the potential for further development could be huge, says the entrepreneur spearheading the technology.

• OPINION

  Surakiart's Rakhine mission no easy task

  News, Larry Jagan, Published on 17/02/2018

  » After a dramatically shaky start, Surakiart Sathirathai's international advisory group is getting down to tackle the Herculean task of trying to find practical solutions to Myanmar's tragic inter-communal violence. As the Myanmar government comes under increased criticism and international scrutiny, Mr Surakiart believes he and his team must help Myanmar look forward and produce a comprehensive and sustainable plan to restore peace, harmony and development to the country.

• BUSINESS

  Myanmar business mood darkens amid Rakhine outrage

  Asia focus, Larry Jagan, Published on 24/09/2018

  » Myanmar is stepping up efforts to attract foreign investment and spur economic development. A diplomatic offensive to improve the country's tarnished international image is part of the campaign, but western companies are not being swayed.

• OPINION

  A parallel govt emerges post-coup

  Oped, Larry Jagan, Published on 31/03/2021

  » Myanmar's elected parliamentarians are openly challenging the country's coup leaders by declaring a parallel civilian government in the next few days. The timing corresponds with the official end of the current elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi. They are also planning to establish a parallel administration throughout the country, challenging the military's coercive structures. One of the key intentions is to challenge the military's legitimacy and credibility internationally and make the country ungovernable.

• OPINION

  Crisis deepens, violence fears grow

  Oped, Larry Jagan, Published on 11/02/2021

  » Myanmar's political crisis is deepening rapidly, raising fears of an imminent violent confrontation between the military and pro-democracy protesters. Every day hundreds and thousands continue to demonstrate their refusal to accept the military coup. In the past few days, the military have begun a concerted crackdown: using water cannons, riot police charges and shooting above the crowd's heads to scare them.

• OPINION

  Civil disobedience, opposition to coup is growing

  Oped, Larry Jagan, Published on 06/02/2021

  » Opposition in Myanmar to the coup is escalating daily, as the new military-led regime tries to pacify the business community and quickly return the country to normal. The civil disobedience campaign initiated by the country's health workers is also growing in numbers, affecting hospitals, schools and other government offices. So far, the authorities have been powerless to stem the movement. But as the momentum grows there are increasing fears of a major confrontation between the peaceful protesters and the security forces.

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