Investment landscapes shift in Myanmar and Ghana

In Myanmar, political instability following the 2021 military coup continues to impact investor confidence. Recent diplomatic movements, such as former military leader and President Min Aung Hlaing’s official visit to Bangkok, suggest a potential for increased engagement with neighboring Thailand. Prior to this, Min Aung Hlaing met with leaders in China, India, Russia, and Laos as the country seeks to mitigate economic and political isolation caused by Western sanctions.

In Ghana, the government has enacted the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) Act, 2026 (Act 1173). This new legislation replaces the 2013 Act to modernize the nation’s investment framework. The law aims to align Ghana’s regime with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and international best practices by emphasizing sustainable investment, technology transfer, and social inclusion to bolster the country’s competitiveness as a regional hub.