Burma: Agricultural Biotechnology Annual

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There are no significant developments to convey since the previous report done in January, 2017. The current situation is as follows: the biosafety law is still pending with no imminent action planned; no GE crops and animals are currently authorized for import; no genetically engineered (GE) crops have been approved for planting; and all imported seeds for trial and commercial distribution are required to be accompanied with a non-GMO certificate. 

Burma: Agricultural Biotechnology Annual

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