Where was Zaw Zaw born and when?
Zaw Zaw was born in Yegyi Township, Ayeyarwady Region in 1967. He graduated from University of Yangon with a major in Mathematics.
Questions about Zaw Zaw
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How did Zaw Zaw start his business career in the early 1990s?
His career began in the early 1990s while living in Japan where he worked a part-time job washing dishes in Ginza. This humble start preceded his rise to become a Burmese business magnate and banker.
What companies did Zaw Zaw found and what sectors do they cover?
In 1993 he founded Max Myanmar as an exporter of used Japanese cars to his home country. The company expanded into construction and hospitality sectors shortly after including Hotel Max Yangon.
Why was Zaw Zaw blacklisted by the United States Treasury in 2009?
He reportedly had close ties to key figures from the former ruling military junta including Maung Aye and Than Shwe's grandson Nay Shwe Thway Aung. These relationships allowed him to win concessions and import licenses for most car and motorcycle imports plus fuel distribution before being blacklisted under a Specially Designated Nationals List regulated by the U.S. Treasury.
When did Zaw Zaw receive the State Excellence Award from the President of Myanmar?
On the 30th of April 2013 he was honoured with State Excellence Award by President of Myanmar for being top taxpayer. He received country’s top taxes payer certificate by President U Win Myint for 2017-18 fiscal year.