According to various local websites, the Central Bank of Myanmar is due to issue a new 5,000 kyat banknote. The new design will incorporate modern security features to prevent counterfeits being accepted in circulation.
It is thought that the new banknote will be put into circulation on the 1st October 2014, and the existing 5,000 banknote last issued in 2009 will remain legal tender.
NOTE: The Central Bank of Myanmar has yet to confirm this on their website.
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