The new Myanmar Customs Department Logo along with links to Myanmar Customs Department and Ministry Ministry of Finance Customs Division.
Myanmar Ministry of Finance Customs Division
New Myanmar Customs Department Logo
December 25, 2015 by
Motorbike Journey through the Chin Mountains: Myanmar Travel
December 23, 2015 by
Chin State is the least developed area in Myanmar. Dirt roads and steep valleys lead to Mt. Victoria, along the way from Hakha to Gantgaw through the foothills and small towns of Kyaukhtu then back up into the mountains. There is one guesthouse in Kyaukhtu and one in Tilin. If you continue to Matupi you will need a travel permit from Naypyidaw. This is remote travel and repair kit is a must for flat tires. Few motorized vehicles travel these routes Falam to Matupi.
Motorbike journey through the Chin Mountains: Myanmar Travel
Pindaya Caves Shan Plateau, Kalaw Hill Station: Myanmar Travel
December 21, 2015 by
Motorbike journey starting in Aungban on the Shan Plateau heading to the caves of Pindaya complete with ox carts and hill tribe villages. The 40km journey is at 1200m and road breaks include tea leaf salad snacks. This expansive rural area is little traveled and you will be one of the first modern travelers to reach the area. Permits are no longer needed for village stays and trekking.
Pindaya Caves Shan Plateau, Kalaw Hill Station: Myanmar Travel
Changes in Clouds Worldwide Now Affecting Earth’s Temperatures | Mini Ice Age 2015-2035
December 18, 2015 by
Svensmark's "The Cloud Mystery" demonstrates that when a grand solar minimum starts the weakened magnetosphere on our Earth allows more galactic cosmic rays in which create more low clouds, which in turn lead to more floods, snows, winds and other weather effects. We now are beginning to see the effects globally.
Changes in Clouds Worldwide Now Affecting Earth's Temperatures |Mini Ice Age 2015-2035
Exploring Yangon, Myanmar: 14th Street
December 15, 2015 by
If you are in Yangon and are looking for more off the beaten path areas of the city with charm and a feel of old Yangon, walk down to 14th street. You can find Chinese houses, longevity tonics, wholesale baskets and the spirit guardian banyan tree that protects the neighborhood.
Interview with Myanmar’s “Mother of Models” Tin Moe Lwin
December 13, 2015 by
Interview with Tin Moe Lwin known as Myanmar's “Mother of Models”, who operates Myanmar’s largest and most respected modeling and talent agency. She describes what makes her and her talent pool successful in Myanmar’s changing business landscape. Myanmore In Depth Magazine
Real Estate section of Myanmar Business Insider Q4
December 10, 2015 by
This month’s Real Estate section of Myanmar Business Insider covers the newest projects under construction in Yangon including: GEMS Garden Condominium, Novotel Yangon Max Hotel, BTMU Bank, HAGL Myanmar Center call-off, SCG Showroom Yangon, FDI 2015-2016 numbers and Yangon Q4 Retail Market forecast.
Interview with U Kyaw Lwin, Myanmar Minister of Construction
December 6, 2015 by
This edition of Myanmar Business Insider includes an interview with U Kyaw Lwin, Union Minister of the Myanmar Ministry of Construction.
Good overview of how the reform process will be carried out to accomodate new population and construction trends throughout Myanmar's cities.
Points: Low Cost Housing success factors as a case project.
Interview with U Kyaw Lwin, Myanmar Minister of Construction
Myanmore Yangon Travel Magazine Summer 2015
December 2, 2015 by
In an effort to keep up with the latest business and travel news coming out of Yangon in print form, I began to scan and upload publications that I picked up during my travels to Myanmar.
I found Myanmore Yangon Travel Magazine as one of the best sources for dining, travel and events information in Yangon.
I picked up my copy in Monsoon Restaurant and the Iternational Airport arrival hall.
Full List of Tire Distributors and Wholesalers in Myanmar
November 28, 2015 by
The last time I was in Myanmar doing a logistics audit I searched through the Yellow Pages and scanned this full List of Tire Distributors and Wholesalers in Myanmar. You can also find the information in the section of Myanmar Yellow Pages online, but this PDF is easier to look through.
Myanmar Car Accessories Classifieds
Full List of Tire Distributors and Wholesalers in Myanmar PDF
Myanmar Yellow Pages Tire Distributors and Wholesalers Listing
Mini Ice Age 2015-2035 Video Series: Adapt 2030
November 25, 2015 by
With winter snow storms for the third year in a row breaking records back to 1880, and a Grand Solar Minimum is beginning which ushered in the 1640's Mini Ice Age, why is global cooling not being discussed?
Mini Ice Age 2015-2035 covers cold weather events globally, overlooked by main stream media outlets.
Port Development Projects Across Myanmar: Analysis
November 24, 2015 by
While attending the Myanmar Oil & Gas Conference in Yangon, Myanmar, I was given this in depth presentation of port development locations, size of the projects and dry weight tonnage for the berths.
Locations Include: Maw La Myaing, Kalagauk, Ngayok Bay, Kyaukphyu, Dawei/Thilawa, Elephant Point Foreshore, Dala & King Bank Foreshore
List of Myanmar Construction Chemical Suppliers
November 24, 2015 by
This is a list of the nine largest construction chemical suppliers and wholesalers in Yangon, Myanmar along with a link to every chemical supplier in the Myanmar Registry including telephone number contact. Click Read More below.
Myanmar Insider Magazine Agriculture Section 5/15
November 24, 2015 by
This edition of Myanmar Business Insider's Agriculture section covers:
Navigability of the Yangon River
Myanmar Rice Exports
Fruit Export Business in Myanmar
Myanmar 2015 Election Results Map
November 21, 2015 by
The elections that took place in Myanmar on Nov 08, 2015 marked a direction to opening up and political change.
This is a map of the final election results by party and in which part of the country.
Click "More" to see full resolution map.
How Myanmar can Hedge Foreign Loans for Geothermal Projects to Mitigate Kyat Devaluation Risks
November 20, 2015 by
Between June 2012 and October 2015, the Myanmar Kyat depreciated by approximately 35%, from 850 down to 1300 against the US Dollar.
Local businesses with foreign denominated loans from abroad suddenly found themselves rushing for a strategy to mitigate currency risks. Myanmar’s current lack of available currency hedging solutions presents a real challenge for these firms.
Myanmar Insider Magazine Banking Section 5/15
November 16, 2015 by
Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi opens Myanmar Institute of Banking MBA program
Microfinance and fast track inclusion IFC & ADB
OCBC Launches Yangon Branch
Schindler and CVT sign MOU
Sportswear and Sporting Goods Shops and Distributors in Myanmar
November 16, 2015 by
If you are traveling in Myanmar and need some sportswear or sporting goods, this is a full list of shops and distributors in Yangon and Naypyitaw. Selection is not what you would expect in Europe or North America, but you will find the basics.
Sportswear and Sporting Goods Shops and Distributors in Myanmar
Galaxy Towers at Star City, Yangon : Floor Plans and Prices
November 12, 2015 by
Star City on the far eastern edge of Yangon toward the Thilawa SEZ is finally selling properties and is open for tours.
I stopped and took a look during the office search for our new Yangon office. Floor plans and prices are included.
Myanmar Election Update Video: November 2015
November 8, 2015 by
The ruling Union Solidarity and Development Party of Thein Sein have started rolling out Election Posters for their campaign.
The opposition National League for Democracy Party also is campaigning with flags, posters and stickers.
This is the video I captured on the street in the run up to the general election.