Category: POVERTY IN BURMA

Here’s a side-by-side comparison of Burma’s (Myanmar’s) poverty situation before and after the 2021 military coup: Poverty in Myanmar Before the 2021 Coup Aspect Before the Coup (2011–2021) Poverty Rate Around 24.8% of the population lived below the poverty line by 2017. Efforts from international aid organizations, pro-democracy reforms, and gradual economic liberalization helped reduce… Read more

Poverty in Burma (Myanmar): A Comprehensive Overview Poverty in Burma (Myanmar) is a deeply entrenched and multi-faceted issue that has been exacerbated by political instability, military conflicts, economic mismanagement, and limited access to basic services. Although the country has vast natural resources and great economic potential, decades of military rule, coupled with systemic corruption and… Read more