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Yangon

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City of Yangon/Yangon City Development Committee

Mayor
Brig. Gen. Aung Thein Lynn
Member since
1997
CITYNET Cluster
Climate Change Climate Change Environment Water & Sanitation Environment Solid Waste
Website
http://www.yangoncity.com.mm/

  • Introduction

    Major feature of the city is Shwedagon Pagoda, Kandawgyi lake, Green city.
    Vision of the city is to upgrade for the comfort and convenience of its citizens in various sectors.

  • City Data (2009)

    Population (persons) 5.67 millions
    Area (km2) 462.128
    Number of Households
    GDP per Capita (US$)
    Climate Average Temperature - 33 °C in summer, 16 °C in winter
    Major Languages Myanmar language in official
    Major Industries Garment manufacturing

  • Urban Issues and Projects

    Priority Concerns
    Water supply, Sewerage system, Electricity Shortages
    Main Projects and Contributions
    Nga Moe Yeik Water Supply, Kandawgyi Recreation Zone
    Technical Cooperation with Other Cities
    Cooperation Offered
    Cooperation Requested
    Transfer of advanced technology