Exporters face challenge from a powerful kyat
UNCERTAINTY over currency exchange fluctuations linked to a weakening US dollar is holding back exports and cutting into profits, industry experts say.(Volume 27, No. 533 -July 26 - August 1, 2010)
Israel expert gives guidance to farmers
LEARN to grow vegetables in salty water – and your economy and exports will grow, an Israeli expert told Myanmar farmers earlier this month.(Volume 27, No. 533 -July 26 - August 1, 2010)
Three fish factories fined for over glazing
THREE fish processing factories were fined last week for excessive glazing, a process by which ice is packed onto the fish to prevent damage. Department of Fisheries (DOF) inspectors found that the glazing exceeded the permitted 20 percent, a meeting of the Myanmar Fisheries Federation heard on July 20. (Volume 27, No. 533 -July 26 - August 1, 2010)
Traders hope for upswing after biz matching
TRADE between Myanmar and its fellow ASEAN member the Philippines is set for a boost following a meeting between business leaders from the two countries in Yangon last week. (Volume 27, No. 533 -July 26 - August 1, 2010)
More CDMA connections for Yangon
DEMAND for CDMA 800MHz telephones has shot upwards since the first week of July when Myanmar Posts and Telecommunications (MPT) removed a restriction that meant phones could only be used in one township. (Volume 27, No. 533 -July 26 - August 1, 2010)
Thai investors look to Myanmar
INVESTORS from many Thai sectors are looking to Myanmar, with its low operating costs, abundant natural resources and large market, according to the Thai-Myanmar Business Council. (Volume 27, No. 533 -July 26 - August 1, 2010)
First Air Asia flight
ANOTHER international airline is now connected to Yangon, following the inaugural flight of Malaysia’s Air Asia new direct route from Kuala Lumpur to Yangon International Airport on July 20. (Volume 27, No. 533 -July 26 - August 1, 2010)
MFF to breed giant seabass in Myeik region
MYANMAR Fisheries Federation (MFF) plans to culture ka ka tit, or giant seabass, for the first time in Myeik Archipelago, an official told the federation’s weekly meeting on July 20. (Volume 27, No. 533 -July 26 - August 1, 2010)
Myanmar eyes BOBP membership
MYANMAR is considering joining the Bay of Bengal Program (BOBP) to develop its fisheries sector, U Khin Ko Lay, the director general of the Department of Fisheries, said. (Volume 27, No. 533 -July 26 - August 1, 2010)
Modern design and traditional materials mix at delta school
TRADITIONAL building materials and modern design have been successfully melded for the benefit of the 500 students at Akal Chaung Wa Village Basic Education Middle School in Dedaye township. (Volume 27, No. 533 -July 26 - August 1, 2010)
