Myanmar

An International Travel Expo will be held from 13-14 Jun to attract more international travellers from Europe, Asia and SE Asia. It will highlight destinations such as Bagan, Nay Pyi Taw, Yangon, Mandalay, Inlay Lake and Ngwehsaung Beach

Thailand’s Pollution Control Department and Myanmar’s Environmental Conservation Department, along with representatives from other agencies, held a meeting in Chiang Mai under the “Clear Sky Strategy 2024-2030” to discuss joint responses to the annual cross-border haze crisis. Thai officials said they would offer technical support to Myanmar to strengthen long-term cooperation in addressing haze, including: • developing online platforms and websites for reporting transboundary haze conditions and air quality in Myanmar • providing technical assistance on air-quality standards, Air Quality Index systems, and Myanmar’s national air-quality management planning • sharing expertise in developing fire-risk maps using hotspot-monitoring technology to improve wildfire response capabilities

Myanmar saw 360,000 international visitors from Jan-Apr 2026, up from the same period YoY. China was the largest group of visitors, at 42,000, followed by Thailand and South Korea

Myanmar plans to nominate Htamanè culture as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2027

The Myanmar Tourism Federation (MTF) will hold roadshows in major Indian cities as part of an MoU between the MTF and Aerionyx Global Representations

The Foreign Ministry issued a statement accusing some ASEAN members of “discriminatory measures”, “unfair restrictions” and denying “equal representation” for Myanmar

Shwethaungyan Beach in Ayeyawady Region saw 29,243 visitors in Apr 2026, the majority day trippers

ASEAN Foreign Ministers have reported that no progress has been made on Myanmar’s side to implement the five point consensus

ASEAN leaders were urged by the Special Advisory Council for Myanmar (SAC-M) to continue with the Five-Point Consensus on Myanmar, and adopt new measures during the 48th ASEAN Summit

The Philippines urged Myanmar to allow a special ASEAN envoy to meet with Aung San Suu Kyi, as “vital steps” to allow long-term stability in Myanmar

Aung San Suu Kyi’s son has called for France’s help to get independently verified proof of life of his mother

The Irrawaddy reported that Aung San Suu Kyi was moved abruptly from Naypyitaw Prison to a specially secure house in Naypyitaw. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi supposedly met with her on his visit to Myanmar

: Myanmar’s President ordered Aung San Suu Kyi to be moved to house arrest, after her jailing for 5 years. The remainder of her sentence was not made clear

Aung San Suu Kyi’s legal team plan to meet her on 3 May after being transferred to house arrest

All prisoners’ sentences have been reduced by one-sixth, the Presidential office announced

Bagan has welcomed 510,000 visitors so far in 2026 as of 25 Apr. The Directorate of Hotels and Tourism (Bagan Branch) is optimistic that there will be a surge of tourists towards the full moon of Kason period’s 4-day holiday

Fuel shortages in Myanmar are impacting agriculture, with the fuel needed to power threshing machines at high price levels and in short supply. CNA reported that some motorists in Yangon have to queue for up to 6 hours for fuel, with some petrol stations in some towns out of supply

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi has pledged to support the new government, and speed up joint projects. They also said that they would support the country’s efforts to eradicate scam centres

A new flight route in Dawei, Taninthayi Region, was opened on 26 Apr

The Union of Myanmar Travel Association’s Human Resources Development will launch an online digital marketing basics course in May

The EU extended its sanctions against Myanmar on 27 Apr until at least May 2027, stating that “The EU reiterates its strongest condemnation of the actions taken by the Myanmar military since the 2021 coup”. It urged an end to violence and human rights violations

The Central Tourism Development Centre will hold the 66th Basic Tour Guide Course from 15 Jun-4 Sep; those who wish to take part must take a 3-hour entrance exam