Burma
What Do New US Sanctions Mean for Myanmar Sourcing?
Sourcing in Myanmar is growing riskier by the day, though some brands outline reasons why they can't afford…
US to Lift Sanctions on Myanmar to Open up Trade
The United States will soon make way for easier trade with Myanmar.
Myanmar Sets $67 Monthly Minimum Wage to Fuel Garment Sector Growth
Myanmar's government has agreed to go forward with the 3,600 kyat ($2.82) daily pay rate for workers, and the…
UPS Expands Shipping Services in Myanmar
As global trade in Myanmar continues to grow, UPS, the world's largest package delivery company, announced it…
Myanmar: National Export Strategy Expected to Boost Textile Sector
Myanmar made another move to boost trade abroad with the launch of its first ever national export strategy, a…
Myanmar Takes Strides to Improve Compliance in its Textile Sector
Myanmar is continuously working to banish the unfavorable image of its textile industry and improve the…
Myanmar: The Next Major Apparel Production Hub?
The apparel industry is keeping a watchful eye on Myanmar, also called Burma, where labor disputes and…
Myanmar Calls on Factory Workers to Cease Strikes
Garment workers in Myanmar's Yangon region have been striking for more than two weeks demanding better pay…
Gap Report Outlines Issues With Sourcing in Myanmar
As the first American retailer to resume sourcing in Myanmar since U.S.-levied sanctions were eased following…
U.S., Myanmar Agree to Develop New Labor Rights Initiative
The United States and Myanmar have agreed to develop an initiative designed to promote labor rights and…
China, Myanmar Firms Team to Build Garment Factory
Chinese company Sumec Textile & Light Co Ltd and Myanmar manufacturer Lat War will collaborate to build a…
US Reaffirms Commitment to Myanmar but Calls for Further Reform
As Myanmar works to get its economy in order and positioned to flourish, the U.S. is one ally ever in the…
Myanmar Pledges to Improve Labor Conditions Under ILO Conventions
With Myanmar back in the running as a potential sourcing locale, the country is working to improve its…
Gap to Be First American Retailer to Enter Myanmar Market
Gap Inc. announced plans to source garments in Myanmar and will be the first American retailer to do so…
US Commits to Manufacturing in Africa, Burma with Trade Office Expansion
As more manufacturers look to Africa as a sourcing destination, the United States has solidified its…