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POLITICAL unrest in Myanmar could spell trouble for Singapore-listed companies with a presence there, as the country's business environment takes a turn for the worse.
"With political stability being upended, the business environment is likely to turn for the worse," said Phillip Securities analyst Tan Hui Jie. "Investors might flock from the country, and its currency may also weaken - which can negatively impact companies with presence in Myanmar."
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