Customary Tenure in Myat Latt Village, Magwe Division, Myanmar

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Key findings: "There is no landlessness in the village and the land is shared equitably. The land cannot be sold and belongs to the community. It is the basis of their livelihood and the future of their children. The forest outside community forest area in Myay Latt territory is being logged by outsiders. The villagers tried to tackle illegal logging but due to corruption and lack of law enforcement, this is still increasing. Recognition of these customary forest areas and of the community?s good practices is important so that the community can continue to manage the forest sustainably. The community is worried that govern- ment projects or companies could con- fiscate their lands. They have already lost some lands to a Gas pipe line and electric power line infrastructure, and were not satisfied with the compensations received."

Source/publisher: 

POINT

Date of Publication: 

2016-03-00

Date of entry: 

2016-03-20

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English

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