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does, of course, require the establishment of functioning value chains, from hatching to overseas
marketing, as well as a supporting institutional and quality infrastructure.
The development of aquaculture requires additional protection from floods which can be effectively
facilitated by mangrove rehabilitation. Such rehabilitation will attract wildlife and could become a
special tourist attraction for Mon State. Tourism development needs to be seen in a very holistic
manner, from the moment of arrival to potential side activities (such as those mangrove trips) to
healthcare and security.
Finally, Mon might benefit from some trading activities, especially en route between Thailand and
Yangon, and could also develop some value added activities around its minded gold.
As benchmark, the Government of Chin could invest about 14 billion Kyat annually to eliminate
poverty.