Talks with Thailand for a new border trade centre
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Myanmar is in discussion with the Thai government about opening a new border trade centre in Kayin state bordering Thailand, according to Zaw Min, the chief minister for Kayin.
The centre will be located at Phayar Thonesu, a border area in Kyarinn Seikkyi Township in the Kayin State.
“It’s still now in the phase of discussion. The issues such as border security and national boundary are also being discussed as the first step,” Zaw Min added.
Myanmar has four border trade centres in towns such as Myawaddy, Kawthaung, Tachileik and Meik along its 1300-mile long border with Thailand. Two new centres in Mawtaung and Hteekhee were opened recently.
