Burmese Scorecard
Country profile
Myanmar (Burma) is a Southeast Asian nation with diverse landscapes ranging from rugged highlands to tropical coastlines, known for its ancient temples and rich traditions. It has a population of 54.1 million, a population growth rate of 0.70%, and a median age of 29.53 years.
Its history features powerful Buddhist kingdoms and long periods of isolation, followed by colonial and military rule that have shaped its modern challenges.
Today, Myanmar is gradually opening up as it seeks to balance economic development with the preservation of its unique cultural and religious heritage.
Its capital city is Naypyidaw.
How does Myanmar compare to other countries?
Myanmar
Grenada
BelarusEconomic Development
GDP per Capita (PPP) in Myanmar improved by 3.9% from 2022 to 2023
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GDP Growth in Myanmar worsened by 76.2% from 2022 to 2023
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Unemployment Rate showed no change from 2023 to 2024
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Inflation Rate in Myanmar worsened by 28.5% from 2018 to 2019
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Income Inequality in Myanmar improved by 19.4% from 2015 to 2017
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Health and Social Development
Life Expectancy in Myanmar improved by 0.6% from 2022 to 2023
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Infant Mortality Rate in Myanmar improved by 3.1% from 2022 to 2023
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Human Development Index in Myanmar improved by 1.7% from 2021 to 2022
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Suicide Mortality Rate showed no change from 2020 to 2021
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World Happiness Report in Myanmar worsened by 0.4% from 2022 to 2023
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Freedom in the World in Myanmar worsened by 12.5% from 2023 to 2024
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Education
Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Myanmar improved by 171.5% from 2019 to 2020
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Governance and Security
Corruption Perception in Myanmar worsened by 13.0% from 2022 to 2023
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Control of Corruption in Myanmar worsened by 6.1% from 2022 to 2023
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Homicide Rate in Myanmar worsened by 867.3% from 2020 to 2021
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Government Effectiveness in Myanmar worsened by 4.0% from 2022 to 2023
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Political Stability in Myanmar improved by 3.2% from 2022 to 2023
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Rule of Law in Myanmar worsened by 5.8% from 2022 to 2023
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Voice and Accountability in Myanmar worsened by 1.8% from 2022 to 2023
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Environmental Sustainability and Energy
CO2 Emissions per Capita in Myanmar worsened by 1.8% from 2022 to 2023
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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Myanmar worsened by 0.5% from 2019 to 2020
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Renewable Energy Consumption in Myanmar improved by 6.2% from 2020 to 2021