Myanmar Private Sector Association Urges Local Packaging Production to Boost Supply Chain

Key summary

The Union of Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (UMFCCI) called for strengthening domestic packaging production in Myanmar at the Myanmar Packaging Forum 2026. The association highlighted that promoting local manufacturing is essential to complete the country's supply chain, improve product quality through innovation and technology, and enhance export competitiveness. UMFCCI recommended that the government treat packaging as a priority business by providing confidence, business facilitation, stable infrastructure like electricity, and streamlined import licenses for raw materials and machinery. The Myanmar Trade Office in Yangon noted this development as a significant opportunity for Thai businesses to invest directly or form partnerships in Myanmar's packaging sector.