We have made such progress against once-common illnesses that we forget they are still around, and still, potentially life-threatening.

People wish for change so that their living standards improve.

People can be careless in their daily lives. We tend to give in to our urges.

It is an undeniable truth that farmers play a critical role in Myanmar, a chiefly agricultural country.

The time is right to welcome international investors, as well as partners and friends, as Myanmar is transforming into a developed nation, enjoying the fruits from such varied sectors as politics, economy, social welfare, and culture.

Trust, or ‘yone kyi’ in Burmese, is a key component in society. The word is a compound of ‘yone’ and ‘kyi’ and carries significant meaning. ‘Yone’ means believe, as believing in one another creates a clear state of mind, which is what ‘kyi’ implies. Trust enables us to perform tasks smoothly and together, while a loss of trust-building can lead to ruin.