The Norwegian Business Associations in Singapore and Thailand in cooperation with the Embassy in Bangkok and Innovation Norway organised a trade delegation of 30 Norwegian companies on a visit to Myanmar from May 2 to 5. In the capital Nay Pyi Taw the delegation was welcomed by President Thein Sein and Industry Minister U Soe Thein. The President thanked Norway and especially Ambassador Katja Nordgaard for her efforts in the peace- and democratisation process. The country needs help with capacity building, including better education, to ensure a sustainable development and to create job opportunities for the population. After the visit in Nay Pyi Taw, the delegates travelled to Yangon where they met the Myanmar Chamber of Commerce Federation (UMFCCI) and members of the telecommunications, banking, infrastructure, energy and maritime environment. Telecom, energy and manning of Norwegian vessels are possible areas of cooperation.

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