Poland is facing mounting pressure to crack down on imports of Myanmar's highly coveted teak wood, which is entering the country despite European Union sanctions. The continued trade is raising ...
Teak is one of the most valuable hardwoods, used in yachts, home flooring, doors, window frames and furniture. Myanmar is the biggest producer of the wood, even though its natural forests are ...
Highly prized teak from Myanmar continues to be imported into ... a durable and weather-resistant wood coveted by luxury ...
The junta controls the Myanmar Teak Enterprise (MTE), a state-owned ... which supply its booming furniture industry. “Our goal is that Poland is sufficiently motivated to change its law and ...