news Scmp World 2026-07-09

Myanmar Faces Uphill Battle to Revive Tourism Amid Political Instability

Myanmar's junta is struggling to reach its goal of attracting 2 million tourists annually, a target seen as an effort to gain global legitimacy. The tourism sector has been severely impacted since the 2021 coup, leading to widespread civil unrest and significant loss of life.

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