YANGON, Nov. 23 (Xinhua) -- The Myanmar Garment Manufacturers Association (MGMA) has been providing job opportunities for numerous individuals by offering basic sewing machine operator training courses, according to the MGMA on Friday.
Between 2011 and 2024, 15,300 trainees have been trained through these programs, Aye Mi Shein, managing director of MGMA told Xinhua.
These basic sewing courses are aimed at creating job opportunities and training skilled workers for the garment industry, she said.
"Trainees have the chance to get a job at factories as soon as they finish the course. Our association not only provides training but also offers job opportunities by connecting trainees with garment factories," she added.
The three-week basic sewing machine operator training courses are conducted at the Myanmar Garment Human Resource Development Center, according to the MGMA. ■