Voice of America: Burma’s tax system corrupt, activists say – Ron Corben

1 September 2010, 1:35 pm

Bangkok – A new report on Burma’s tax system says it lacks transparency and accountability, and many taxes are paid to corrupt officials.  Burma rights activists say arbitrary taxation adds another layer to the economic burdens and rights abuses many Burmese suffer.The report, released in Bangkok, from a network of human-rights organizations said Burma’s military [...]... Read More »

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