Myanmar can flourish by sowing seeds of agricultural prosperity | Deirdre May Culley and Martha Baxter
To build on its historic election victory, Myanmar's ruling party must invest in agriculture to tackle poverty and stimulate growth
On 30 March, Htin Kyaw, a long-time adviser and ally of Aung San Suu Kyi - whose National League for Democracy party achieved a historic victory in recent elections - became the first elected civilian to hold office in Myanmar since the army took over in 1962.
The NLD won the democratic battle and enjoys unparalleled political capital and legitimacy. It must now deliver on exceedingly high expectations, build a cohesive multi-ethnic state and improve citizens' lives. Economic progress will be indispensable if the country is to overcome years of ethnic armed conflict and move towards a common future. So what can the new government do?
