Max Myanmar controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2017
Donation to Myanmar armed forces during Rakhine crisis
The Ayeyarwady Foundation donated more than 1.368 billion kyats to Myanmar’s armed forces during a fundraising campaign linked to military clearance operations in northern Rakhine State. The donation attracted criticism because of the military’s role in the Rohingya crisis.
2012
Land-seizure allegations in Dagon Seikkan
The group was reported to have been involved in land seizures in Dagon Seikkan Township and subsequently implemented a profit-sharing arrangement with affected farmers.
2010
Oversized Thingyan pavilion construction
Max Myanmar Construction built a large Thingyan water pavilion for the grandson of Than Shwe near Yangon’s Inya Lake, despite reported city regulations limiting pavilion length.
2009
Football match controversy involving Delta United
Fans of Yadanabon FC accused Zaw Zaw of influencing the referee during a match against Delta United, a club owned by a Max Myanmar subsidiary. Zaw Zaw later transferred ownership of the club, citing a conflict of interest.
2004
Alleged land confiscation for rubber plantations
Max Myanmar was reported to be involved in the alleged confiscation of approximately 5,000 acres in Mon and Kayin States for rubber plantations in a joint venture with a military-owned company.