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Opportunities and Challenges of the Plastic Recycling Industry in the Yangon Region (Myat Su Mon, 2025) Myat Su Mon This study investigates the current opportunities and challenges confronting the plastic recycling industry within the Yangon Region, a rapidly urbanizing area facing escalating plastic waste generation. . The primary objectives were to identify prevailing obstacles, to evaluate the industry's growth potential, and to propose recommendations for its sustainable development. A descriptive research design was adopted, employing a structured survey method to gather primary data from a diverse range of key stakeholders within the plastic recycling factories. The findings reveal that despite a generally optimistic outlook for growth, the industry faces significant challenges including inadequate waste collection and sorting infrastructure, limited access to advanced recycling technologies, and insufficient governmental policy support. Furthermore, public awareness regarding proper waste segregation and the value of recycling needs substantial improvement. Consequently, sound government intervention through enhanced regulations, increased investment in technological advancements, and widespread public awareness campaigns are crucial for fostering the industry's sustained growth and maximizing its environmental benefits in Yangon 2025-06-01 https://meral.edu.mm/records/11544