Night markets seen to boost Yangon tourism

Plans have been put forward to make Yangon, already one of the most-visited destinations in Myanmar, even more attractive to tourists. Among the ideas brought up during a meeting last week between the regional government and business organisations in the travel industry, was the proposal that more Sunday markets and night markets be set up […]

Yangon to tighten security during Thingyan Festival celebrations

Police will increase security during the Mahar Thingyan Festival to ensure the smooth celebration of the event, the Mahar Thingyan Festival Security and Regulation Committee said. “We will improve the security; it will be better than in previous years. In addition to crowded places, police will try to patrol around the business pavilions,” said Police […]