Is Yangon becoming a modern city?

In this video Jasmine encounters both the traditional and the modern parts of Yangon city. First, she meets a group of young men playing a game of traditional Burmese caneball. After this she moves on to Padonmar Street – a popular nightlife spot – where she finds some traditional plum snacks. She also finds some more modern aspects of Yangon on Padonmar Street. Freedom is a newly opened bar catering for the LGBT community. Jasmine talks to the owner about overcoming local prejudices and running a successfu