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What lies ahead as Myanmar comes out of isolation

Kai Ryssdal Sep 12, 2016
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A farmer works in the field near the ancient pagoda of Sulamani. YE AUNG THU/AFP/Getty Images

What lies ahead as Myanmar comes out of isolation

Kai Ryssdal Sep 12, 2016
A farmer works in the field near the ancient pagoda of Sulamani. YE AUNG THU/AFP/Getty Images
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The Southeast Asian nation of Myanmar has become a sought after tourist destination. It has unspoiled nature, ancient temples  and a new democratically elected government.

It’s also a country in transition, moving away from isolation and into the international business world.

David Bockino, a professor of communications at Elon University in North Carolina, has a new book called “Greetings From Myanmar: Exploring the Price of Progress in One of the last Countries on Earth to Open for Business.”

Kai Ryssdal spoke with Bockino about what opportunities — and challenges  lie ahead for Myanmar. 

Click the audio player above to hear the interview.

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