The Guide
From The Report: Myanmar 2020
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This chapter contains a list of some of the country’s top hotels; contact details for embassies, ministries and organisations; and helpful tips for business and leisure travellers ahead of a trip to Myanmar. This chapter contains an interview with Peter Crowhurst, CEO, British Chamber of Commerce Myanmar.

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Sound advice: Peter Crowhurst, CEO, British Chamber of Commerce Myanmar, on local business norms and practices
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Interview:Peter Crowhurst How would you characterise Myanmar’s overall business and investment environment? PETER CROWHURST: There is a strong community of people bringing new business opportunities to Myanmar. Local firms are looking to find good investments and gain the confidence of financial institutions. The banks, meanwhile, are working to clean up the sector and come closer in line with international compliance frameworks. While the cost of finance remains a barrier, the general…

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Nestle in: YANGON
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CHATRIUM HOTEL ROYAL LAKE YANGON 40 Natmauk Road, Tamwe Township +95 1 544 500 info.chry@chatrium.com www.chatrium.com Rooms: 300 rooms and suites, including 175 deluxe rooms (40 sq metres), 89 Chatrium club rooms (40 sq metres), 15 studio suites (61 sq metres), 15 deluxe suites (75 sq metres), 5 luxury suites (85 sq metres) and 1 royal lake suite (300 sq metres). Business & Conference Facilities: Meeting and banquet space that includes a 430-sq-metre Grand Ballroom, 5 additional rooms…

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Facts for visitors: Helpful information for first-time and repeat arrivals
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Etiquette In a formal setting, “U” should be used in front of a name when addressing a man and “Daw” when addressing a woman. This roughly translates to Mr. and Lady. It is common practice to remove footwear before entering a workplace or home; removing shoes and socks before entering a pagoda or temple is required. A handshake is usually the first introduction in a business setting, and is used in greeting and as a farewell. When handing over something such as a business card, it…