On 19 March 2025, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation (“MONREC”) issued the Procedures for Gemological Laboratories under Section 69(b) of the Myanmar Gemstone Law. These procedures establish a comprehensive regulatory framework to standardize the registration, operation, testing, certification, and oversight of gemological laboratories authorized by the Myanmar Gems Enterprise (“MGE”), aiming to enhance quality assurance, promote research, and support sustainable development in Myanmar’s gemstone industry. These procedures took effect immediately upon publication.
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