Financial inclusion remains one of the most pressing challenges in Asia, particularly for underserved populations in both rural and urban areas. Despite the rapid economic growth in many Asian countries, a significant portion of the population still lacks access to essential financial services. Fintech is critical to bridging this divide, offering sustainable lending solutions that can transform the economic landscape.

FOLLOWING liberalisation of the banking and insurance sectors by allowing 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI), Myanmar plans to launch a financial inclusion road map by next month, according to Thant Zin, director at the Financial Regulatory Department (FRD).