Myanmar CrisisMyanmar's shadow government to issue $1bn in zero-interest bonds
Funds to support those resisting military government after February takeover
People hold placards in Yangon calling for a boycott of products made by companies associated with Myanmar's military government. (Photo courtesy of Ma We Nae)
MARIMI KISHIMOTO, Nikkei staff writer
November 6, 2021 13:32 JST
BANGKOK -- The National Unity Government of Myanmar (NUG), a pro-democracy group, has decided to issue its own "bonds" worth $1 billion. It aims to establish itself as the legitimate government of Myanmar after the military seized power in the country in February.