Declaration of a one year state of emergency effective 1 February 2021
In the early morning of 1 February 2021, the Tatmadaw, Myanmar’s military forces, detained State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, President U Win Myint, leaders... Read More
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ABOUT THE COUNCIL
Based on increasing interest in Myanmar among Norwegian businesses, the Myanmar-Norway Business Council was set up in 2015. The Council has the support of the Royal Norwegian Embassy as well as Jotun, Telenor and Yara, three of the leading Norwegian companies in Myanmar. The aim of the Council is to facilitate growth in trade and investments between Norway and Myanmar, through a forum for businesses to exchange ideas and experiences, and to provide networking opportunities.
Myanmar: Further Update on Workplace Inspections During COVID-19
On 3 May 2020, the Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Population (“MLIP”) announced that certain types of essential businesses, public services and essential public services... Read More
Launch of Business Guide to Myanmar
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in cooperation with the Myanmar-Norway Business Council and Innovation Norway launched the Myanmar Business Guide for Norwegian Investors on 11 December... Read More
EVENTS
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Potential for Norwegian Companies in ASEAN?
What is the potential for Norwegian companies in the ASEAN region? Join Singapore-Norway Chamber of Commerce’s webinar on Wednesday, 2 December 2020 to learn about... Read More
Myanmar’s 2020 Election
Prof. Mary P. Callahan takes us on a journey starting with Election 101 followed by an analysis of potential outcomes as well what they will... Read More
Norwegian Seafood Dinner 2019
Reserve Your Tables! The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Yangon in cooperation with the Myanmar Norway Business Council will host the Norwegian Seafood Dinner on Monday,... Read More
BUSINESS REVIEW
Norway-Asia Business Review contains articles of interest to Norwegian businesses in Asia.
WHY NORWEGIAN COMPANIES SHOULD LOOK TO MYANMAR
Norwegian companies have a unique opportunity to contribute positively to the development and modernisation of Myanmar, while at the same time creating sustainable and profitable business opportunities. We are expected to bring state of the art technology and business methodology, while being role models in responsible businesses. Norwegian companies will be able to showcase the principles of decent work, corporate responsibility and environmental sustainability.
