The Secretary of Yangon Region Transportation Authority (YRTA) Dr. Maung Aung has said that upgrading of Yangon circular railroad will commence in October. Speaking at a seminar on sustainable metro systems held at the Sule Shangri La Hotel on July 11, he also said there may be more crowding due to the work and an […]
State capital and major city in Chin State embrace industrial zones
Industrial zones will be built in two major cities in Chin State – Hakha and Paletwa, and local and foreign investment will be welcome, according to a state minister. U Salai I Thakin, Chin state minister for electricity, industry and road transportation, told The Myanmar Times that surveys are being conducted in the cities to […]
‘Time will tell’ whether YBS is a success, official says
A total of 2000 buses have already been imported by the government to fulfil the demand, said Yangon Chief Minister U Phyo Min Thein on June 9 at the press conference marking the anniversary of the new government. The YBS began on January 16 in an effort to reform the outdated public transport system, but […]