Junta?s Piggy Bank Full as Economy Sinks

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Economists predict a gloomy economy for Burma in 2008, but that won?t stop the generals from selling off the country?s natural resources... "The Burmese military government?s incompetence and outside influences will further undermine Burma?s economy in 2008, experts forecast—but the generals should be able to keep their bank accounts topped up. High global oil prices, financial mismanagement and the continuing aftershock of last year?s military crackdown will all conspire to make life harder for Burma?s already hard-pressed population...

Creator/author: 

William Boot

Source/publisher: 

"The Irrawaddy" Vol. 16, No. 3

Date of Publication: 

2008-03-00

Date of entry: 

2008-04-27

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English

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