Myanmar, once known as BURMA, is a Southeast Asian country located in the Indian Ocean. It is bordered by Bangladesh, India, China, Laos, and Thailand. Myanmar has a population of over 54 million people and is the 24th largest country in the world. It is a multi-ethnic state with 135 officially recognized ethnic groups. The official language is Burmese, but there are also many other languages spoken in the country. Myanmar is a developing nation with a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant economy.