Burma

This book is a practical and comprehensive guide
to succeeding in business and investing in emerging
Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. It covers the
country’s history, geography, demographics and market
size, political environment, economic conditions and
industries, and legal framework, cultural idiosyncrasies
including religious issues. It also discusses language,
beliefs and customs, business etiquette and attitudes,
management and working styles, meetings and decision
making, and negotiation strategies that work.
The author identifies incentives offered with regard
to tax relief and repatriation of profits, the various sectors
that are opening up, and where opportunities for
participation exist. He also highlights the risks inherent
in entering an emerging and new market economy and
suggests ways of mitigating these risks. Strategies for
success in an emerging Myanmar are propounded for
both investors and businesses.
This book allows for a deeper understanding of the
business environment in Myanmar. You will be better
able to evaluate the risk factors and options available
and then make meaningful investment and business
decisions.