Thailand-Myanmar border trade climbs to $1.59 bln in current FY

Mar 9,2020
The value of the border trade between Myanmar and neighboring Thailand increased slightly to US$1.59 billion as of 28 February in the current fiscal year from $1.54 billion registered in the corresponding period of the previous FY, according to data released by the Commerce Ministry.
Dollar exchange rate continues to decline on weak global cues
Mar 09
The US dollar has been sliding against the Kyat in the local currency market, with the exchange rate dropping to K1,360 per dollar on 6 March, tracking the weak sentiment in the global market amid the coronavirus outbreak, said money exchangers.
Open Mind:Diversity and inclusion as competitive advantage
Mar 04

Myanmar exports onions worth $3.56 mln to Bangladesh in Oct-Feb
Mar 03

Onion farmers, traders suffer as prices weaken
Mar 02
With demand from China and Bangladesh trickling to a stop, the prices of Myanmar onions have slumped, leading to losses for growers and traders.
Nearly $800 mln FDI flows in livestock and fisheries sector
Mar 01
Myanmar’s livestock and fisheries sector attracted nearly US$ 800 million in foreign direct investment, according to a recent report by the Directorate of Investment and Company Administration (DICA).
Banana growers reap profit amid strong demand
Feb 29
Banana growers from Nyaung Pin Sauk Village in Pwintbyu Township of Magway region said they are pleased with the profits they have made this year as a result of strong demand in the local market.