Cross-border Smuggling: The Government had been trying to curb smuggling of gems to neighbouring Thailand and China.

The border between Myanmar and Thailand has been sealed following conflict with rebels; yet smugglers somehow manage to take out fine Burmese gems clandestinely, although it is very risky because of the disturbed conditions prevailing in the border areas.Whoelsale ammonite Jewellery Gems dealers at Bangkok acknowledge that they continue to get some supplies from Myanmar, that are obviously smuggled goods.

US Ban on Imports: Because of political reasons the USA does not recognize Myanmar. It is still referred to as Burma there. The import of its colored gemstones stands banned in USA.

Trade with India: A long border road has been constructed on the Indo-Myanmar border.Wholesale druzy Jewellery It is expected to be helpful in boosting bilateral trade between India and Myanmar which may include gems trade too.