Myanmar says it will only accept China loans if interest rate is low


YANGON, June 26 (Eleven Media Group/ANN): The government will not take loans from China as the interest rate is high.

But the Finance ministry will seek the parliament's approval for loans from China when the projects are implemented in cooperation with China and the interest rate is low, said deputy Minister for Planning, Finance and Industry U Maung Maung Win.

The minister said this while replying to the question raised by a reporter at a press conference on the fourth-year performance of the ministry.

Save 30% for ads-free and full access now!

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM9.73 only

Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month
RM8.63/month

Billed as RM103.60 for the 1st year then RM148 thereafters.

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
loans , China , interest rate

Others Also Read


Want to listen to full audio?

Unlock unlimited access to enjoy personalise features on the TheStar.com.my

Already a member? Log In