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Labor Disputes in Myanmar: A Review of Some Interesting Labor Arbitration Council Decisions

Labor Disputes in Myanmar: A Review of Some Interesting Labor Arbitration Council Decisions

March 17, 2017

As foreign enterprises continue flock to Myanmar, lured by a robust investment landscape and the recent easing of US sanctions, they must also contend with a new reality – more labor protection and a special labor disputes arbitration system.

Highlights of this note

  • Terminate after three warnings
  • Profanity at workplace – is it a reason for immediate termination?
  • Social justice and equity considerations
  • Can you fire employees for economic reasons?
  • Thou shall not steal