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Republic of the Union of Myanmar

Myanmar

Myanmar is a country in Asia that is home to 55,295,000 people. It is also home to 115 living indigenous languages. One of these, Burmese, is the official language of the country. Myanmar was also home to 1 indigeneous language that is now extinct. In addition, 7 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. In formal education, 1 indigenous language is used as a language of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    55,295,000

    people

    115

    living languages

    76%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 10
    2. 88
    3. 17
    4. 1

Myanmar has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.