THE NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
( Tuesday, 14 December 1999)
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- Senior General Than Shwe congratulates Dr Mahathir re-elected as Prime Minister of Malaysia
- Secretary 1 sends message of congratulations to Malaysia
- Preparations made to open Maha Thantithukha Buddhist Missionary Kyaungdawgyi
- Secretary 2 attends opening of No 12 sugar mill in bray and cotton mill in Taungdwingyi
- Deputy Prime Minister meets Chairman of Daimex Inc
- Minister for Foreign Affairs congratulates Malaysian counterpart
- Minister meets foreign entrepreneurs
- Seminar held on Traffic Policy and Loss Prevention of Motor Insurance
- Third Meeting of ASEAN Directors-General of Immigration Departments and Heads of Consular Divisions begins
- Minister inspects repair and maintenance works of railroads and bridges
- Minister meets MD of Hopeson Myanmar
- Minister inspects extension of Putao Airport
- Minister receives Chairman of UPSA Pain Institute and party
- Laboratory apparatus for hospitals
- Training on Data Collection, Statistical Analysis begins
- Japanese buckwheat merchants tour north-east region of Shan State
- Hotels to be leased to entrepreneurs
- Donations for Defence Services Orthopedic Hospital (500-bed)
- 76 gold plates donated to Shwedagon Pagoda
- Shwedagon Htidaw Pagoda to be dedicated 22 Dec
- Yangon Command soccer champion
- Uni Mitsubishi Pencil lucks draw
- 5 kilos opium seized in Kutkai
- 44 members resign from Minhla Township NLD
- WEATHER
(1)Senior General Than Shwe congratulates Dr Mahathir re-elected as Prime Minister of Malaysia______________________________________YANGON, 14 Dec - Senior General Than Shwe, Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council and Prime Minister of the Union of Myanmar, has sent a message of congratulations to His Excellency Dato’ Seri Dr Mahathir bin Mohamad who has been re-elected as Prime Minister of Malaysia.
(2)Secretary 1 sends message of congratulations to Malaysia
YANGON, 14 Dec - Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt, Secretary-l of the State Peace and Development Council of the Union of Myanmar, has sent a message of congratulations to His Excellency Dato’ Seri Abdullah Haji Ahmad Badawi who has been re-appointed as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs of Malaysia on 10 December 1999.
(3)Preparations made to open Maha Thantithukha Buddhist Missionary Kyaungdawgyi
YANGON, 13 Dec - Patron of the Inauguration of Maha Thantithukha Buddhist Missionary Kyaungdawgyi Secretary-l of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt this morning inspected preparations being made for holding the inauguration ceremony of the Kyaungdawgyi.
Accompanied by officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office, the Secretary-l arrived at the Kyaungdawgyi in Tarmway Township and was welcomed by member of the State Peace and Development Council Chairman of Yangon Division Peace and Development Council Commander of Yangon Command, Deputy Minister for Construction, heads of department, chairman of the Upathaka Committee and members and officials.
The Secretary-l and party then paid respects to Penang -Singapore Sayadaw Agga Maha Pandita Agga Maha Saddhammajotikadhaja Bhaddanta Pannavamsa.At his meeting with officials, the Secretary-l coordinated matters on opening of the Kyaungdawgyi.
In his address, the Secretary-1 said the work committee and the respective subcommittees should strive in harmony for systematically holding the inauguration ceremony and the merit sharing ceremony on a grand scale. Necessary measures should be taken to ensure convenience of the public who will attend the ceremonies.
Commander of Yangon Command, Chairman of Upathaka Committee(Retd), chairmen of the respective subcommittees and officials presented accomplishments sector-wise.
The Secretary-l attended to their requirements.
Afterwards, the Secretary-1 and party inspected preparations for holding the ceremonies to inaugurate the Kyaungdawgyi and to share the merits gained.
(4)Secretary-2 attends opening of No 12 sugar mill in bray and cotton mill in Taungdwingyi
YANGON, 13 Dec - Secretary-2 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Tin Oo attended No 12 sugar mill (Nawadei) near Mya Village in Pyay Township and a cotton mill in Taungdwingyi this morning and inspected Yanpe and Son Creek Reservoir Projects.
The Secretary-2, accompanied by Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation, Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, the directors-general of State Peace and Development Council Office and departments, the deputy director-general and officials, President of the Union of Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry and officials, left here for Pyay in Bago Division by Tatmadaw flight.
The Secretary-2 and party were welcomed by member of the State Peace and Development Council Chairman of Bago Division Peace and Development Council Commander of Southern Command, Deputy Minister for Industry-2, Chairman of Bago Division Peace and Development Council Western Branch and officials.
The Secretary-2 and party went to No 12 sugar mill (Nawadei) where Managing Director of Myanma Sugarcane Enterprise reported on nine sugar mills construction projects, completion of No 12 sugar mill (Nawadei), testing of the mill and cultivation of sugarcane.
Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation gave a supplementary report. Next, Commander Maj-Gen Tin Aye reported on production of the two old sugar mills in Zeyawady and Yedashe Township, construction of four sugar mills in Bago Division and cultivation and purchase of sugarcane.
The Secretary-2 then gave instructions. He spoke on production at full capacity extension of cultivation acreage of sugarcane and matters relating to crops on which the State relies.
The Secretary-2 then presented a fruit basket to Director Mr Sivathep Srile Kha of Sutech Engineering Co Ltd.
Opening ceremony of No 12 sugar mill (Nawadei) was held in front of the mill.
It was also attended by the Secretary-2 and party, Bago Division level officials, Chairmen of Pyay District and Township Peace and Development Councils, officials of the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation, service personnel and pom pom dance troupes. Secretary-2 Lt-Gen Tin Oo formally unveiled the signboard of No 12 sugar mill (Nawadei).
Next, Director Mr Sivathep Srile Kha of Sutech Engineering Co Ltd formally opened the mill. The Secretary-2 and party inspected the mill. Myanma Sugarcane Enterprise laid down the objectives of local sufficiency in sugar consumption, more production of sugar materials for sugar-based industries and export of surplus sugar.
Sugar is now produced by present sugar mills and arrangements are being made for boosting production of sugar by constructing sugar mills.
Nine sugar mills are four in Bago Division, two each in Mandalay and Magway Divisions and one in Yangon Division. Out of them, No 12 sugar mill (Nawadei) was opened first. The No 12 sugar mill (Nawadei) is expected to produce 21,478 tons of sugar for 1999-2000.
The Secretary-2 and party went to Magway by Tatmadaw flight. They were welcomed by member of the State Peace and Development Council Chairman of Mandalay Division Peace and Development Council Commander of Central Command, Minister for National Planning and Economic Development, Chairman of Magway Division and Development Council and officials. The Secretary-2 and party left for the site of Yanpe Creek Reservoir Project in Taungdwingyi by helicopter.
The Secretary-2 and party inspected progress of work of the project.
Deputy Director of Irrigation Department (Construction-3) reported on the project. Acting Director-General gave supplementary report.
Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation and Chairman also reported on progress of work.
The Secretary-2 gave instructions and met farmers in the region.
Yanpe Dam is one of the irrigation projects in east of Magway. On completion of the project, it will irrigate 10,000 acres of land in Taungdwingyi Township and it will-contribute towards regional development and greening.
The Secretary-2 and party attended opening of cotton mill of Myanmar Cotton and Sericulture Enterprise.
It was also attended by departmental officials of Magway Division, service personnel; members of the Union Solidarity and Development Association, members of Maternal and Child Welfare Association and students.
The.Secretary-2 formally opened the mill and inspected it.
The Secretary-2 met those present at the ceremony. Managing Director of Myanmar Cotton and Sericulture Enterprise reported on construction of the mill.
Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation then presented gifts to the Secretary-2 and party.
After the ceremony, the Secretary-2 and party went to the site of Son Creek Reservoir Project in Myothit Township in Magway Division.
Director of Irrigation Department (Construction-3) reported on progress of work and tasks to be undertaken and Chairman of Magway Division Peace and Development Council reported ,on flow of water, completed dams and acreage and Minister on reservoir projects and use of machinery.
The Secretary-2 called for earlier completion of the, project than targeted in accord with the standard set and for coordination with local residents for more supply of water. The Secretary-2 and party inspected the project site.
The earth dam is being built on Son Creek, two miles from Myepyintha Village in Myothit Township.
On completion of the dam it will irrigate 7,000 acres and it will contribute towards regional development and greening of the area.The Secretary-2 and party inspected cultivation of crops on alluvial lands along Ayeyawady River in Magway.
(5)Deputy Prime Minister meets Chairman of Daimex Inc
YANGON, 13 Dec - Deputy Prime Minister Lt-Gen Tin Tun met Chairman of Daimex Inc of Japan Mr.Shunichi Takenaga and party who called at his office at 3 pm today.
Also present on the occasion were officials of the Government’s Office.
(6)Minister for Foreign Affairs congratulates Malaysian counterpart
YANGON, 14 Dec - U Win Aung, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Union of Myanmar, has sent a message of congratulations to His Excellency Datuk Sebri Syed Hamid bin Syed jaafar Albar who has been re-appointed as Minister of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia on 10 December 1999.
(7)Minister meets foreign entrepreneurs
YANGON, 13 Dec - Minister for Industry-l U Aung Thaung met Senior Vice-President Mr Masahiro Sakazaki and party of Toshiba Corporation of Japan who called at his officer at 3 pm today.
The minister also received Mr Wu Chang Yun and party of Industrial Expansion Co Ltd of China Hunan International Economic & Technical Cooperation who called at his office at 3.45 pm today.
Also present at the call were Deputy Ministers and departmental heads.
(8)Seminar held on Traffic Policy and Loss Prevention of Motor Insurance
YANGON, 13 Dec - The Seminar on Traffic Policy and Loss Prevention of Motor Insurance jointly organized by Myanma Insurance under the Ministry of Finance and Revenue and Mitsui Marine & Fire Insurance Co Ltd of Japan, was held at the Hotel Nikko Royal Lake this morning.
Minister for Finance and Revenue U Khin Maung Thein made a speech.
General Manager of Mitsui Marine & Fire Insurance Co Ltd Mr S Ichihara spoke words of thanks.
Resource persons from Myanma Insurance and Mitsui Marine & Fire Insurance Co Ltd took part in the discussions.
Also present on the occasion were Deputy Minister for Finance and Revenue, Governor of the Central Bank of Myanmar, Managing Director of Myanma Insurance, directors-general and managing directors of the Ministry of Finance and Revenue and officials of Myanma Insurance and Mitsui Marine & Fire Insurance Co Ltd.
(9)Third Meeting of ASEAN Directors-General of Immigration Departments and Heads of Consular Divisions begins
YANGON, 13 Dec - The Third Meeting of ASEAN Directors-General of Immigration Departments and Heads of Consular Divisions was opened this morning at the Traders Hotel, with an address by Minister for Immigration and Population U Saw Tun.
Also present on the occasion were Ministers at the State Peace and Development Council Chairman’s Office and, Minister for Cooperatives, Minister for Forestry, Minister for Hotels and Tourism, Minister for Culture, Minister for Labour, Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, Chief Justice, Attorney-General, Auditor-General, Deputy Minister for Information, Deputy Minister for Hotels and Tourism, Deputy Minister for Immigration and Population, Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN Secretariat Mr Immanuel Robert InKirwang and officials, delegates of 10 ASEAN nations including Myanmar, directors-general of Immigration Departments, heads of Consular Divisions, ambassadors and diplomats of missions of ASEAN nations and officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Immigration and Population. First, Director-General of Immigration of Malaysia Dato Aseh bin Haji Che Mat gave the opening remarks. He said:
It is a great honour for me to say a few words in this opening ceremony of the Third Meeting of ASEAN Directors General of Immigration Department and Heads of Consular Divisions. In the last Meeting which was held in Kuala Lumpur in 1997 not all ASEAN Directors General of Immigration today were present. Today, after two years since the last meeting we have a new set of people including the Director General of Immigration from Cambodia whom I would like to welcome as a member of ASEAN for the first time.
I wish to convey my special thanks to U Maung Htay Director General of Immigration and National Registration Department the Union of Myanmar for inviting all ASEAN delegates to this Meeting . For your information this is my first visit to your country after awaiting eagerly to come. Finally, I was relieved and very happy when I was informed that the Meeting in Yangon is on this year. In fact where we first arrived last night and after seeing at first glance of your country I told my colleagues that we should come here a long time ago. This means to say that we really like your beautiful country. I would like to thank you for the warmth and hospitality extended to all delegates who are attending this meeting.
Again I must congratulate U Maung Htay, his officers and the secretariat for their hard work and efforts in making this Third meeting of ASEAN’s Director General of Immigration a successful one. Without their commitments and eagerness, I don’t think we can come here today to attend this auspicious occasion. I would like also to take this opportunity to express our highest gratitude to the ASEAN secretariat especially to Mr Immanuel Robert Inkiriwang, Deputy Secretary General of ASEAN for their assistance and guidance to make this meeting a success.
Today’s gathering is very timely and important to us because it proves that we in the ASEAN are actually united and able to overcome whatever problems and misunderstandings between us. This Meeting, too is so meaningful as it shows our solidarity in ASEAN. We must speak in one common language especially when facing challenges outside ASEAN. Without cooperation and unity, our enemy could easily penetrate and disunite us.
More importantly, this meeting will enhance the cooperation among the ASEAN nations in relation to the common interest as follows:
Firstly, to promote tourism among ASEAN countries by streamlining visa system;secondly, to facilitate ,or simplify the mobility of foreign workers between ASEAN countries;
Thirdly,exchanging information and networking with regard to the securities and enforcement issues such as fraudulent documents; drug trafficking and children and other criminal activities; and
Finally, to exchange views on the readiness of Y2K and to discuss immigration challenges in the next millennium.
During the two-day meeting for sure we are going to renew our relationship, and I hope we can achieve, a lot of things. The outcome of the meeting would be very encouraging towards our future undertakings. Let this meeting become a place were all matters pertaining to our common interest be handled in the spirit of ASEAN. Any grievances and misunderstanding should be resolved as ASEAN brotherhood.
Lastly, I would like to call all participants to make use of this meeting towards achieving our common objectives in making ASEAN’s Immigration as transport immigration with world class standard. To the host country, the Union of Myanmar, thank you once again and we would be very happy to reciprocate your kindness. To all my ASEAN’s colleagues, I wish you further progress and success.Then, Minister U Saw Tun delivered the opening address.
He said.
" It is indeed a great honour for the Union of Myanmar by having the opportunity to host this auspicious ‘’Third Meeting of ASEAN Directors-General of Immigration Departments and Heads of Consular Divisions." I would also like to extend my hearty welcome to the Cambodia, the new member of our ASEAN family.
We are now at the threshold of the 21st century. There are new challenges ahead of us. It is our noble task to find ways and means to overcome these challenges. We do believe we need the strength of our unity and togetherness. We are, therefore, confident that if we all work together in unity we could tackle any obstacle through; our ASEAN way of mutual understanding, cooperation and collaboration. We also realise that ASEAN could achieve its success through deliberations based on mutual understanding, cooperation and collaboration. Since the present meting is based on technical matters, we believe that some understanding on cooperation and collaboration in respect of regional trade and economic matters could also be obtained. We earnestly hope that our concerted efforts and united endeavours could bring a meaningful effect on achievement of regional development and modernization.
We believe that in the coming year 2000 in order to keep up with the pace of the development of world economy, we, ASEAN nations need to put more efforts based on ASEAN spirit We still have many things to be done. We realise that there is more in common among us than the little that differ. Therefore let us hope for the best and try very hard resolutely so as to achieve our ASEAN’s goal.
In conclusion, while welcoming the 21st Century, may I on behalf of the Government and the people of the Union of Myanmar extend our warm and sincere wishes for the prosperity, well being and happiness of the peoples and the brother nations of the region."
Participants discussed the framework for ASEAN cooperation on immigration matters, matters arising from the previous meeting, visa free entry for ASEAN nations, use of smart cards as travel document in ASEAN, ASEAN lanes at ASEAN intentional airports, harmonization of ASEAN Immigration Disembarkation Cards, common ASEAN entry visa for tourists coming into ASEAN countries, facilitation of yachts, leisure boats and private aircraft within ASEAN and training of Immigration officials from Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam.
Minister U Saw Tun hosted dinner in honour of the delegates at Royal Garden Restaurant.
The meeting continues tomorrow.
(10)Minister inspects repair and maintenance works of railroads and bridges
YANGON, 13 Dec - Minister for Rail Transportation U Pan Aung, together with officials, inspected the repair; and maintenance works of railroads and bridges along the route from Ywahtaung Railway Station to KhinU Railway Station in Sagaing Division on 10 December morning.
The minister inspected the building of railroad from Khin Oo to YeU in the afternoon, and gave instructions on timely completion of railroads and bridges to engineers in the briefing hall of YeU Bridge Project.
Afterwards, the minister inspected the sites for building a railroad and a
railway station in Tintein Village, YeU Township and gave instructions on works.Member of the Central Executive, Committee of the Union Solidarity and Development Association Minister for Rail Transportation U Pan Aung met with members of the executive committee and members of Tintein Village USDA and presented donations for the association.
On 11 December, the minister inspected the repair and maintenance works of railroads and bridges from Magway to Taungdwingyi and gave instructions on works.
The minister also inspected land erosion and repair work at Kyeni Creek Bridge in Aunglan.
(11)Minister meets MD of Hopeson Myanmar
YANGON, 13 Dec - Minister for Hotels and Tourism Maj-Gen Saw Lwin met Managing Director Mr Toshio Yoneda of Hopeson Myanmar Co Ltd who called at his office this noon.
Hopeson Myanmar Co Ltd is building Yangon Commercial Tower in Yangon.
Also present at the call were Deputy Minister, Director-General of Director of Hotels and Tourism, Managing Director of Myanmar Hotels and Tourism Services and officials.
(12) Minister inspects extension of Putao Airport
YANGON, 13 Dec - Minister for Transport Maj-Gen Hla Myint Swe, accompanied by Director-General f Directorate of Civil Aviation and officials of Department of Water Resources and Improvement of River Systems arrived at Putao, Kachin State, by air, on 12 December.
In the meeting hall of Putao Airport, Chairman of Putao District Peace and Development Council reported to the minister and party on works carried out for the district, township and regional development, Director-General on extension of runways of the airport and earth-work, tarring, finishing touches, obtaining funds and works being carried out and Assistant Engineer of Public Works on progress of work and future works.
The minister fulfilled their requirements.
Then, the minister and party inspected the ticket booth, security gates, counters, the passenger lounge, and greening and beautifying of the airport.
This morning, the minister and party inspected the apron, runways, fencing of the airport and the signboard at the end of the runway. Later, the minister and party went on to Mulashidi Village where they inspected building of a suspension bridge of the village and left Putao in the afternoon.
(13)Minister receives Chairman of UPSA Pain Institute and party
YANGON, 13 Dec - Minister for Health Maj-Gen Ket Sein received Chairman of UPSA Pain Institute of France Dr Madame Licolebru and party who called at his office at 11.30 am today. Also present at the call were officials of the Ministry of Health.
(14)Laboratory apparatus for hospitals
YANGON, 13 Dec - General Manager Mr T Mashimoto of Kinsho Corporation (Yangon Office) of AVL Switzerland & Kinsho Corporation of Japan donated laboratory apparatus worth US $ 51,800 to be used in hospitals of the Ministry of Health, at the ministry on Pyidaungsu Yeiktha Road, here this morning.
Minister for Health Maj-Gen Ket Sein accepted the donations and presented a certificate of honour to the well-wisher.Also present on the occasion were officials of the ministry.
(15)Training on Data Collection, Statistical Analysis begins
YANGON, 13 Dec - The Training on Data Collection and statical analysis, jointly organized by Central Statistical Organization and Myanmar Singapore joint Ministerial WoAing Committee began at National Archives Department this morning.
Present were Deputy Minister for National Planning and Economic Development Brig-Gen Zaw Tun, representative of Singapore Trade Development Board, Mr Ho Shih Chuan, Head of Department, invited guests and participants. Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Zaw Tun delivered the opening speech and Mr Ho Shih Chuan also spoke on the occasion. The training will take one week from 13th to 17th December. The training is being attended by 45 participates firm 23 departments of 16 ministries.
(16.)Japanese buckwheat merchants tour north-east region of Shan State
YANGON, 13 Dec - Altogether 19 Japanese buckwheat merchants led by Director-General of LDP Research Council of Japan Mr Tomomitsu Iwakura and Chairman of Japan Noodle Entrepreneurs Association Mr Chojiro Jinta, together with member of the Central Committee for Drug Abuse Control Col Kyaw Thein, Deputy Director -General Lt-Col Myint Swe of Department for Progress of Border Areas and National Races and officials, left here for Lashio on 10 December morning. They paid a courtesy call on Commander of North-East Command Maj-Gen Thiha Thura Tin Aung Myint Oo at the command in Lashio. Then, they went to Tarshwehtan Village in Kokang region, north-east of Shan State, by helicopter, and observed buckwheat fields. Afterwards, they proceeded to Laukkai, where they observed the seed purifying factory donated by Japan, and had discussions with buckwheat growers and local national race leaders. They arrived back here on 11 December afternoon. They held a press briefing with national and foreign journalists at Yangon International Airport on 12 December evening, and left here for Japan by air later in the evening.
(17) Hotels to be leased to entrepreneurs
YANGON, 13 Dec - Hotels under Myanma Hotels and Tourism Services of Ministry of Hotels and Tourism are to be leased to entrepreneurs, and the rent is negotiable.
The hotels to be leased include Sittway Hotel in Sittway, MraukU Hotel in MraukU and Nan Myaing Hotel, Thiri Myaing Hotel and Gandamar Myaing Hotel in PyinOoLwin, Mandalay Division.
Interested entrepreneurs may send their applications to the managing director of Myanma Hotels and Tourism Services in January, Year 2000.
To be described in the application are the facts about experience in hotel and tourism industry, shareholders, security, the number of the present hotel staff to be employed, further investment, future plan and annual rent.
For further information, contact 280814, 285158 and 252160 of Myanma Hotels and Tourism Services.
(18) Donations for Defence Services Orthopedic Hospital (500-bed)
YANGON, 13 Dec -Agga Maha Thirithudhamma Theingi Daw Hse of Shwe Hse Company, No 30, Nawadae Road, Dagon Township, donated hospital equipment worth K 500,000 and garments worth K 110,000 for patients being treated at Defence Services Orthopedic Hospital (500-bed) this morning.
Commandant of DSOH Col Than Myint accepted the donations and presented a certificate of honour to the well-wisher.
(19) 76 gold plates donated to Shwedagon Pagoda
YANGON, 13 Dec - A ceremony to offer gold plates and foils to Shwedagon Pagoda by well-wishers was held at the Tazaung, the southern corners at the pagoda this morning.
Altogether well-wishers conveyed 76 gold plates onto the pagoda with decorated float.
The gold plates were fixed at the bell of the pagoda today.
(20)Shwedagon Htidaw Pagoda to be dedicated 22 Dec
YANGON, 13 Dec - The Htidaw hoisting ceremony, enshrinement and consecration of Shwedagon Htidaw Pagoda will be held at the pagoda at the north-east corner, on the platform of Shwedagon Pagoda, at 6.30 am on 22 December.
Shwedagon Htidaw Pagoda enshrined the old Htidaw in commemoration of new Htidaw hoisting atop Shwedagon Pagoda.
Devotees, well-wishers and monks may attend the ceremony and participate in donation of 9,000 fruits, flowers and oil lights to the pagoda.
(21) Yangon Command soccer champion
YANGON, 13 Dec - Yangon Command beat No 99 Light Infantry Division 5-2 in the final match of the 38th Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services’ Shield Tatmadaw (Army, Navy and Air) Soccer Tournament held at Youth Training Centre, Thuwunna, at 3 pm today.
(22) Uni Mitsubishi Pencil lucks draw
YANGON, 13 Dec - Uni Mitsubishi Pencil lucky draw sponsored by Infiniti Marketing Enterprise was held at Hotel Equatorial on Alanpya Phaya Road in Dagon Township yesterday evening.
General Manager Mr Robert Chan and International Operation General Manager Mr. Yokoishi of Mitsubishi Pencil Co Ltd extended greetings and explained the use of the stationery produced by the company.
Then, officials presented lucky dip prizes to the winners and Managing Director U Tin Aung Kywe-of Infiniti Marketing Enterprise spoke words of thanks.
(23) 5 kilos opium seized in Kutkai
YANGON, 1 3 Dec - A combined group comprising members of.local intelligence unit and Myanmar Police Force searched a van with number plates 1 Kal 6834, leaving Aom Tarmonye to Kutkai, near the bridge of Naungcho Village Mawhan Village-tract, Kutkai Township, on 5 December.
The group seized seven packets of opium weighing 5.797 kilos from passengers
Daw Mar Rwe, 40, daughter of U Khun Aung and Daw Kyon Nyee, 38, daughter of U Khong Gyon: of Lwetauksusee Village, Kutkai.Action is taken against them under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law.
(24) 44 members resign from Minhla Township NLD
YANGON, 13 Dec - Forty-four members resigned for National League for Democracy of Minhla Township Bago Division.
Forty-four members of Minhla Township NLD, Bag Division, of their own volition, resigned by sending letters of resignation to Minhla Township Multiparty Democracy General Election Commission and the party concerned on 4 October 1999 as they no longer wished to participate in party politics of NLD.
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