A French tourist who was arrested last week after allegedly flying a drone near Myanmar’s Parliament could face up to three years in prison under the country’s strict laws on unmanned aerial vehicles. The Frenchman, Michel Desclaux, 27, could be charged with bringing a drone into the country illegally as well as flying one in […]
Myanmar Airways to sign with France’s ATR
June 17, 2014 by
The state-owned Myanmar Airways will sign an agreement with ATR Company from France to buy six new planes and open a repair station in Myanmar. “An MoU agreement was already signed on May 6 and the next stage is to sign an agreement at the Attorney General’s Office,” said Than Htun, managing director of Myanmar […]
Myanmar Seeks to Establish Direct Air Links with Europe
June 3, 2014 by
The government is discussing with some European countries to sign aviation agreements which will pave the way to establish direct air connections between Europe and the recently-opened Southeast Asian nation, a Directorate of Civil Aviation (DCA) official said. “Now we are discussing with Netherlands and France. Then we will continue to discuss with other countries,” […]
Japan-Myanmar business ties strengthen
February 5, 2014 by
In a sign of continued trade interest from Japan, the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) will stage an exhibition next month geared at promoting a variety of products from the long-time partner nation, officials said. Japan Festival 2014 will be held in Yangon at Tatmadaw Hall February 7 to 10 and will showcase Japanese-made electrical […]
Myanmar, EU to sign investment agreement
December 30, 2013 by
Myanmar will soon sign an investment protection agreement with the European Union to promote foreign investments, according to the Myanmar Investment Commission (MIC). “The EU has begun to make investments in Myanmar. We have agreed with the EU on principle to sign an investment protection agreement. Soon, discussions will start. After signing the agreement, EU […]
EU seeks to invest in Myanmar’s mining industry
December 18, 2013 by
EU countries are planning to sign an agreement with the Ministry of Mines to begging investing in Myanmar’s mining industry. “If EU countries are working in Myanmar’s mining industry, it will be beneficial for Myanmar because they [EU countries] have higher technology than the Chinese who are exploring in Myanmar now,” said Mining Department Director […]
