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- State Peace and Development Council Chairman Senior General Than Shwe sends felicitations to Cambodia
- Secretary-1 attends ceremony to cleanse Maha Atularazathukha laterite Buddha image and nine laterite Arahat images
- Secretary-1 attends third Kathina of Alodawpyi Kyaungtaik in Tamway
- Secretary-1 inspects progress in carving Lawka Chantha Abhaya Labha Muni Image
- Secretary-1 addresses opening of Yangon Traditional Medicine Practitioner Course No-1
- Daw Kyaing Kyaing attends Kathina robes offering ceremony at Nikaya Sarthintaik in Dagon Myothit (South)
- Production of standard motor vehicles by private industries will help reduce car imports
- News in Brief
- Minister inspects Paunglaung Reservoir Multi-purpose Project, Yanpe Reservoir Project
- Winners of Fifth Ngwetayi Short Story Contest announced
- 6 remnant armed group members exchange arms for peace
(1) State Peace and Development Council Chairman Senior General Than Shwe sends felicitations to CambodiaYANGON, 9 Nov-On the occasion of the 47th Anniversary of the Independence Day of the Kingdom of Cambodia which falls on 9 November 2000, Senior General Than Shwe, Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council and Prime Minister of the Union of Myanmar, has sent messages of felicitations to His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Norodom Sihanouk, King of Cambodia and His Excellency Samdech Hun Sen, Prime Minister of the Royal Government of Cambodia.
(2) Secretary-1 attends ceremony to cleanse Maha Atularazathukha laterite Buddha image and nine laterite Arahat images
YANGON, 8 Nov-A ceremony to cleanse Maha Atularazathukha laterite Buddha image and nine laterite Arahat images and cornerstone laying ceremony of Hti Dipan Dhammayon were held at the respective venues on the pagoda platform of the Shwedagon Pagoda this morning, attended by Patron of Shwedagon Pagoda All-Round Perpetual Renovation Leading Committee Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt.
Also present on the occasion were members of the Sangha led by Kyaik- htihsaung Sayadaw Agga Maha Saddhammajotikadhaja Bhaddanta Pannadipa, the ministers, the chief justice, the attorney-general and the Yangon mayor, the deputy ministers, officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office, heads of departments, members of the Pagoda Board of Trustees, members of wellwisher Thiri Suddhamma Manijotadhara U Khin Shwe and wife Daw San San Kywe, members of religious associations and guests.
A ceremony to cleanse Maha Atularazathukha laterite Buddha image was held at U Ba Yi Tazaung on the pagoda platform at 7 am. Kyaikhtihsaung Sayadaw Agga Maha Saddhammajotikadhaja Bhaddanta Panadipa presented 27 ancient Buddha images to the Secretary-1.
Sayadaw U Panadipa paid obeisance to Atularazathukha laterite Buddha image and nine laterite arahat images and the Secretary-1 cleansed them with scented water. Kyaikhtihsang Sayadaw, the Secretary-1 and party went round the pagoda and proceeded to Mingala Mandat near the western stairway.
Cornerstone laying ceremony for Hti Dipan Dhammayon was then held. The Secretary-1 presented gem casket to Kyaikhtihsaung Sayadaw and laid the foundations. The Secretary-1, the commander, the ministers and Yangon Mayor laid the foundation at designated places. The Secretary-1 laid stone inscription. The secretary-1 and party sprinkled scented water on the foundations. The Secretary-1 performed rituals of golden and silver showers to mark the success of the ceremony.
Cash donation ceremony for construction of Hti Dipan Dhammayon was held Mawlamyaing Dhammayon on the pagoda platform. The Secretary-1 accepted by well-wishers. Kyaikhtihsaung Sayadaw delivered a sermon.
A ceremony to consecrate a Maha Atularazathukha laterite Buddha image was held. Alms were offered to Shwedagon Pagoda Ovadacariya Sayadaws and members of the Sangha led by Kyaikhtihsaung Sayadaw at ancient image Tazaung.
The Sayadaw consecrated the Buddha image. Congregation received the Five Precepts from State Ovadacariya Shweykin Nikaya joint Sasanabaing Shwedagon Pagoda Ovadacariya Agga Maha Pandita Thiri Manta Sankyaung Sayadaw Bhaddanta Ra zeindhabhivamsa. The Sayadaw recited Metta Sutta. Members of Shwedagon Pagoda Board of Trustees, well-wisher U Khin Shwe and other wellwishers presented offertories to the Sayadaw. Member of Central Working Committee of the Sangha Shwedagon Pagoda Ovadacariya Agga Maha Pandita Bhaddanta Sobhana delivered a sermon, followed by sharing of merits.
(3) Secretary-1 attends third Kathina of Alodawpyi Kyaungtaik in Tamway
YANGON, 8 Nov-The third communal Kathina of Alodawpyi Kyaungtaik of Aungmye Bodi Dhamma Yeiktha was held in Tamwaylay Ward in Tamway Township this evening, attended by Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt.
Also present were members of the Sangha led by Presiding Nayaka Sayadaw of Alodawpyi Kyaungtaik of Aungmye Bodi Dhamma Yeiktha Maha Gandavacaka Pandita Maha Saddham-majotikadhaja Bhaddanta Ariyavamsa, invited members of the Sangha, the ministers, the Vice-Mayor, officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office, heads of departments, disciples and wellwishers. The congregation received the Five Precepts from Sayadaw Bhaddanta Ariyavamsa. Members of the Sangha recited parittas.
The Secretary-1 presented Kathina robes to the Sayadaw. The Secretary-1 and party and wellwishers presented offertories to the members of the Sangha. Kyaikdaiyon Sayadaw Bhaddanta Uttara delivered a sermon, followed by sharing of merits. After the ceremony, the Secretary-1 performed ritual of gold and silver showers to mark the success of communal Kathina.
(4) Secretary-1 inspects progress in carving Lawka Chantha Abhaya Labha Muni Image
YANGON, 8 Nov-Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt, accompanied by Deputy Minister for Home Affairs Brig-Gen Thura Myint Maung and officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office, today arrived at Mindhamma Hill in Insein Township on which Lawka Chantha Abhaya Labha Muni is kept.
The Secretary-1 and party were welcomed there by Minister for Religious Affairs U Aung Khin, Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Thura Aung Ko, experts and members of Mindhamma Hill Board of Trustees. The Secretary-1 paid homage to the Image. Then, the Secretary-1 inspected work done and progress of work in carving the Image and left necessary instructions. Afterwards, the Secretary-1 cordially conversed with pilgrims and left the Hill in the evening.
Yesterday evening, Sayadaw Abhidhaja Agga Maha Saddhammajotika Bhaddanta Ottamarambha of Wiwaikarama Sarthintaik in Thailand, together with members of the Sangha and lay disciples, paid obeisance to the Image and presented K 1 million for all-round construction of the Hill to Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Thura Aung Ko and Secretary of Fund Raising Committee Head of Account Department of Yangon City Development Committee U Thein Sein. Buddhist Lisu Traditional Cultural Association at Lisubonsan Village in Mogok Township led by U Su Bu also visited the Image and donated cash yesterday evening.
(5) Secretary-1 addresses opening of Yangon Traditional Medicine Practitioner Course No-1
Potent Myanma traditional medicines becoming well-known abroad
YANGON, 8 Nov - The opening ceremony of the one-year Traditional Medicine Practitioner Course No-1 sponsored by the Traditional Medicine Department of the Ministry of Health was held at the Institute of Nursing on Bogyoke Aung San Street here today, with an address by Chairman of the National Health Committee Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt.
Also present at the opening ceremony were ministers, deputy ministers, members of the National Health Committee, officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office, directors-general, rectors, medical superintendents and deputy directors-general of the departments, institutes and hospitals under the Ministry of Health, the Resident Representative of the World Health Organization, physicians of the Traditional Medicine Council, members of the Central Traditional Medicine Supervisory Committee, delegates of social organizations, Director-General of Traditional Medicine Department Professor Dr Kyaw Myint and officials, trainees, and guests.
In his address, Secretary-1 Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt said the government has opened the traditional medicine practitioner course three times in Mandalay with the aim of promoting the quality of Myanmar traditional medicine practitioners. He noted that as such a course could be opened in Yangon for the first time, it could be called a further step for development of Myanma traditional medicine. Throughout the history of Myanmar, the people have preserved, valued and relied on traditional medicine inherited from their forefathers.
As new, potent traditional medicines can be formulated and brought into use widely while efforts are being made to preserve and promote traditional medicine, it has become well-known abroad and meet the standard of the Western medicines, and it is common knowledge that some traditional medicines are even more potent than the Western medicines. Traditional medicine has made Myanmar people fit and strong, resulting in vitalization of nationalism and patriotism, and thus, it can be regarded as one of the indispensable factors for safeguarding the nation, and the pride of the nation. Considering the value, effectiveness and potency of the traditional medicine, Head of State Senior General Than Shwe often gives guidance on systematic preservation and promotion of traditional medicine and extensive use and treatment through various proper ways.
In keeping with the Senior General's guidance, the National Health Plan covers action plans for systematic development of traditional medicine and tasks are being implemented. The Secretary-1 pointed out that in order to provide adequate medical care to the public through traditional medical treatment, 50-bedded traditional medicine hospitals were opened in Yangon and Mandalay, and the project covers tasks for opening and upgrading traditional medicine hospitals in all cities of states and divisions.
According to this project, 16-bedded traditional medicine hospitals were opened in Pathein, Ayeyawady Division, in Myeik, Taninthayi Division, in Taunggyi in Shan State, in Myitkyina, Kachin State, in Pyay, Bago Division, and in Mawlamyine, Mon State. Plans are under way to open such hospitals in Sittway, Rakhine State, and in Monywa, Sagaing Division, by the end of the Year 2000. Arrangements have also been made to establish them in Hpa-an, Kayin State, and in Magway, Magway Division, in 2001. To cater to public health through traditional medicine at the grassroots level, 200 township traditional medicine clinics and 14 district traditional medicine clinics were opened till mid-2000. Steps are being taken to grow and produce rare and potent herbal plants from nine herbal plantations. Regular seminars and paper-reading sessions are organized with the aim of preserving and promoting invaluable treatment methods and potent herbal plants, he said. To expedite efforts for flourishing of Myanma traditional medicine, arrangements have been made to organize a national level Myanma Traditional Medicine Practitioners Conference in Yangon.
The Secretary-1 expressed belief that at the conference, the traditional medicine practitioners will be able to exchange and share their views and form a national level traditional medicine practitioners association.
The Secretary-1 expressed belief that at the conference, the traditional medicine practitioners will be able to exchange and share their views and form a national level traditional medicine practitioners association. The Secretary-1 said at a time when efforts are being made from all sectors for development and modernization of the nation, the State is giving special attention to the encouragement of the traditional medicine sector in promoting public health care services; the traditional medicine practitioners are also required to serve the national interest with their profession under the State's leadership. The government is paying attention to the proportionate progress of the human resources and natural resources in order to develop the constructive endeavours such as strengthening of the Union, developing of the nation on all fronts, ensuring of adequate food, clothing and shelter conditions of the people, improvement of the living standard and prevalence of peace in the nation. Especially, the " health and fitness of the entire nation" is the main requirement for emergence of the healthy and strong national force of a high performance. The role of the traditional medicine has become more distinctive and vital in the government's efforts to offer adequate health care services in the entire nation including border areas.
Head of State Senior General Than Shwe himself has acknowledged the role of the traditional medicine and thus given guidance on promotion and development of the traditional medicine, recording the potency degree of the respective traditional medicine in enabling traditional medicine to meet the international standard. He has also rendered assistance to realizing the guidance. The course was opened in accord with the guidance of the Head of State to systematically promote the abilities of various traditional medicine practitioners. It is also a course to implement precise and standard traditional medicine therapies and to bring out qualified traditional medicine practitioners on whom the public can rely. The trainees should make coordinations among themselves and to combine their field experiences and the knowledge gained at the course in order to prove that the traditional medicines meet the international level.
In conclusion, the Secretary-1 urged the trainees to make studies at the course with the aim of ensuring health and fitness for all the Myanmar people to enable the Union of Myanmar to catch up with the world nations; to strive to extend public health care services with the use of potent traditional medical methods; and to strive with national outlook for systematic development of Myanmar traditional medicine, to produce potent drugs and to preserve and develop traditional medical therapies. The one-year course is being attended by 134 trainees.
(6) Daw Kyaing Kyaing attends Kathina robes offering ceremony at Nikaya Sarthintaik in Dagon Myothit (South)
YANGON, 8 Nov - Theravada Buddhist Monk Maha Saddhamma Jotika-dhaja Ashin Subhana (Su-sanli) of the Missionary Monastery in Maesai, Thailand, and his disciples offered Kathina robes to the Sayadaws at the Nikaya Sarthintaik Pyaylon Chantha Maha Theinkyaungdaw in Dagon Myothit (South) today.
Also present at the communal Kathina were Chairman of the State Sangha Maha Nayaka Committee Myingyan Sayadaw Abhidhaja Maha Rattha Guru Abhidhaja Agga Maha Saddhammajotika Bhaddanta Sobhita, Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services Senior General Than Shwe's wife Daw Kyaing Kyaing, General Maung Aye's wife Daw Mya Mya San, Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt's wife Dr Daw Khin Win Shwe, Lt-Gen Tin Oo's wife Daw Khin Than Nwe, Lt-Gen Win Myint's wife Daw Khin Cho Oo, wives of members of the State Peace and Development Council , wives of the ministers, officials, nuns, and invited guests.
Taikoke Sayadaw Agga Maha Pandita Bhaddanta Kalayana of the Nikaya Sarthintaik administered the Five Precepts. Afterwards, the Sayadaws and members of the Sangha recited parittas. Next, Theravada Buddhist Monk Maha Sad-dhamma Jotikadhaja Ashin Subhana of Maesai, Thailand, offered Kathina robes to the Sayadaws. Daw Kyaing Kyaing, wife of Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services Senior General Than Shwe, presented offertories to the Sayadaws. Then, Vice-Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services Commander-in-Chief (Army) General Maung Aye's wife Daw Mya Mya San and party, nuns and wellwishers offers alms to the Sayadaws and members of the Sangha. Later, Lecturer Sayadaw of the Nikaya Sarthintaik Ashin Khemavudha read out the supplication on the Kathina ceremony. Taikoke Sayadaw Agga Maha Pandita Bhaddanta Kalayana delivered a sermon, followed by sharing of merits for the pious deeds. The ceremony came to a close with three-time recitation of Buddha sasanam ciram tithatu.
Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services Senior General Than Shwe's wife Daw Kyaing Kyaing and party, and wellwishers offered the robes and alms donated by Theravada Buddhist Monk Maha Saddhamma Jotikadhaja Ashin Subhana of Maesai, Thailand, to the Sayadaws and members of the Sangha of the Nikaya Sarthintaik and other members of the Sangha.
(7) Production of standard motor vehicles by private industries will help reduce car imports
YANGON, 8 Nov - The Coordination Meeting No 1/2000 on production of motor vehicles organized by Myanma Industrial Development Work Committee continued at the Ministry of Industry-2 on Kaba Aye Pagoda Road this morning, with an address by Patron of Myanma Industrial Development Committee Secretary-2 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Tin Oo.
Officials of the Ministry of Industry-2 and representatives of the industrial zones discussed car production plans in detail. The representatives of the industrial zones visited the car assembling plant of Myanmar Suzuki Motor Company Limited in Dagon Myothit (South) Township.
In the afternoon session, Chairman of the Work Committee Minister for Industry-2 Maj-Gen Saw Lwin presented type of and number of vehicles to be produced, locally made and imported parts to assemble cars, financial requirements and quality control programmes. Chairman of Mandalay Industrial Zone Supervisory Committee Lt-Col Tin Tun, representative of Monywa Industrial Zone U Han Nwe, Chairman of Myingyan Industrial Zone Supervisory Committee Lt-Col Ye Swe, Chairman of Pakokku Industrial Zone Supervisory Committee Lt-Col Tin Soe and representative of Taunggyi Industrial Zone U Tin Aung Naing presented plans to produce cars acceptable to majority.
In-Charge of Mandalay Industrial Zone Minister at the Prime Minister's Office Brig-Gen Lun Maung and In-Charge of Monywa Industrial Zone Minister for Transport Maj-Gen Hla Myint Swe presented plans to coordinate requirements for the respective zones. Chairman of MIDC Minister for Industry-1 U Aung Thaung said the Secretary-2 himself has looked into the requirements of the industrialists at the meeting to promote the their car manufacturing ability. Deputy Minister for Science and Technology U Nyi Hla Nge and In-Charge of Taunggyi Industrial Zone Minister for Energy Brig-Gen Lun Thi also took part in the discussions.
In his concluding address, Secretary-2 Lt-Gen Tin Oo said as it is required for the State sector as well as the private sector for progress of the private industries with greater momentum, the meeting has already discussed in detail the matters relating to car production, which is an import-substitute industry. The State will look into the requirements of the industrialists and will import the required machinery for them.
The industrialists should correctly understand the government's goodwill in encouraging their efforts, innovations and skills. They should not rely only on the government for every need, but to exert efforts for the success. Based on the situation of the industrial zones, associations such as Car producers Association, Farm Machinery Producers Association and General Industrialists Association should be formed as necessary for progress of the industries which are vital important for the nation. Collective coordinations should be made on the requirements to manufacture quality products. Systematic car productions should be made in accord with the supervision and direction of the Ministry of Industry-2. The nation can reduce car imports only if the private sector can produce standard vehicles as the State sector.
Missionary Sayadaw leaves for Thailand
YANGON, 8 Nov-A Buddhist mission Vice-Chairman of the State Sangha Maha Nayaka Committee Sayadaw Abhidhaja Maha Ratha Guru Bhaddanta Paindabhivamsa left here for Thailand by air this morning to attend the Second World Buddhism Promotion and Propagation Conference there.
The mission was seen off at Yangon International Airport by Director-General of Department for Promotion and Propagation of the Sasana U Sann Lwin and officials, members of the Sangha and disciples. The Buddhist mission comprises Thidagu Sayadaw Agga Maha Pandita Bhaddantananissara of Thidagu World Buddhist University, Tipitakadhara Dhamma Bhandagarika Agga Maha Pandita Bhaddanta Sumangala Lankara of Tipitaka Maha Gandayon Kyaungtaik, Director-General of Religious Affairs Department Dr Myo Myint and Pro-Rector (Admin) of International Theravada Buddhist Missionary University Dr Hla Pe.
Myanmar youth delegation concludes Lao visit
YANGON, 8 Nov - Myanmar delegation led by Central Executive Committee member of the Union Solidarity and Development Association U Aung Thaung arrived at Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic on 3 November. They were welcomed by Joint Secretary General of Lao People's Revolutionary Youth Union Mr Phetsakon Luang Apay and Ambassador of Myanmar to Laos U Sein Win Aung.
The next morning, Myanmar youth delegation held discussions with Lao youth delegation led by Joint Secretary General of Lao People's Revolutionary Youth Union Mr Phetsakon Luang Apay. Present were USDA CEC members U Aung Thaung, Brig-Gen Thura Myint Maung and Brig-Gen Kyaw Hsan and Ambassador U Sein Win Aung. They cordially discussed matters on strengthening of bilateral friendly relations between the youth organizations of the two nations, extending of cooperation in health, education, cultural and social sectors, exchange of youth delegations, supporting each other in education, agricultural and industrial sectors and extending of cooperation in anti-drug campaigns.
After visiting the Kaison Phomvihan Museum, the delegation attended the Six National Sports Festival of Laos. At their meeting with Secretary General of Lao People's Revolutionary Youth Union Dr Boumpone Bouttanavong, the delegation members discussed matters relating to strengthening of friendly relations between the two associations.
On 5 November, the delegation visited Keokou Model Village in Vientiane Province and Namgun Hydel Power Station. The next day, the delegation visited the press of the Lao People's Revolutionary Youth Union. The delegation then called on member of the Politburo of LPDR Mr Thongsing Thamavong and discussed further promotion of bilateral friendly relations and cooperation and extension of youth relations.
A member of the delegation Deputy Minister for Commerce Brig-Gen Kyaw Hsan held discussions with Minister of Commerce and Tourism Mr Siaosavath Savengsuksa on promotion of border trade and opening of border check points. In the evening, the delegation met Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr Vomsavat Lengsavat. The discussions were centred on friendly relations, economy, health, education, agriculture and anti-drug activities. On 6 November, the delegation attended dinner hosted by Secretary General of Lao People's Revolutionary Youth Union Dr Boumpone Bouttanavong. The delegation arrived back here yesterday evening.
Minister inspects construction of bridges in Ayeyawady DivisionYANGON, 8 Nov-Minister for Construction Maj-Gen Saw Tun, accompanied by officials, arrived at Gonnyindan Bridge after inspecting Shwelaung-Pantanaw-Mau-bin-Kyaiklatt Section and construction of the Shwelaung Bridge on 5 November.
The minister inspected finishing touches of Gonnyin-dan Bridge and gave necessary instructions to officials. Then, Yangon Division Superintending Engineer U Soe Nyunt reported on work being carried out for construction of approach road on Pyapon side and the minister gave instructions on rules and regulations to be observed in construction of the approach road, and timely completion.
On 6 November, the minister and party heard a report at the briefing hall of the Dedaye Bridge Construction Project presented by Project Engineer Deputy Superintending Engineer U Khin Maung Win on progress of construction of approach roads on both Kungyangon and Dedaye sides. The minister gave instructions on timely completion in accord with instructions, minimizing wastage, and systematic use of machinery.
The minister and party arrived at the Gonnyindan Bridge Construction Project site where they were reported on progress of Shwelaung-Pantanaw Section, Maubin-Kyaiklatt-Gonnyindan-Pyapon-Dedaye Section, work to be done in the open season, machinery and equipment by Ayeyawady Division Superintending Engineer U Ye Myint Swe. The minister gave necessary instructions to officials.
Tourists arrive on chartered flightYANGON, 8 Nov-A chartered flight carrying 94 tourists arrived here yesterday evening under the arrangement of Abercrombie & Kent (A & K) Myanmar Co Ltd and TCS Expedition Co of USA and under the supervision of Myanmar Tourism Services of the Ministry of Hotels and Tourism. The group was divided into two, and paid one-day visit to Bagan today. On 9 November, the group will visit the Shwedagon Pagoda, Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda and Bogyoke Aung San Market. The group will leave here on 10 November by the chartered flight for Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Saddan Elephant Jataka Marionette competition continues
YANGON, 8 Nov-The marionette competition of the Eighth Myanma Traditional Cultural Performing Arts Competitions, which dramatises the Saddan Elephant Jataka of the 550 birth stories of the Lord Buddha continued for the final day at National Theatre on Myomakyaung Street in Dagon Township at 7 p.m. today. Yangon Division 2 Saddan Elephant Jataka Marionette troupe took part in the competition. Among the full audience of the Theatre were member of Panel of Patrons of Leading Committee for the Competitions Chairman of the Leading Committee member of the State Peace and Development Council Commander of Yangon Commander Maj-Gen Khin Maung Than, Minister for Information Maj-Gen Kyi Aung, Minister for Culture U Win Sein, Vice-Chairman of Leading Committee for the Competitions Deputy Minister for Culture U Soe Nyunt and members and Chairman of Working Committee Commander of No 3 Military Region Col Win Maung.
(9) Minister inspects Paunglaung Reservoir Multi-purpose Project, Yanpe Reservoir Project
YANGON, 8 Nov-Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation Maj-Gen Nyunt Tin inspected No 3 Sugar Mill (Pyinmana) on 7 November.
The minister inspected production of sugar and its quality. The 45-year old mill produces high quality sugar annually and export quality sugar production began previous year. This year production will be boosted five times. The minister then inspected No 2 Sugar Mill (Pyinmana).
Manufacturing of rollers and spare parts by the workshop of the mill saves much foreign exchange. The minister and party inspected production of ethyl alcohol and gave instructions on production of spirits. The minister and party went to the site of Paunglaung Reservoir Multi-purpose Project in Pyinmana Township and inspected construction work.
Director-General of Irrigation Department U Kyaw San Win and Director U Win Maung reported on construction of the main dam and spillway and Project Director of Myanma Electric Power Enterprise U Wan Kyi on generating electric power. The minister met officers in charge of construction work and later presented a fruit basket to Japanese experts. The minister and Chairman of Magway Division Peace and Development Council Brig-Gen Thein Zaw and officials inspected Yanpe Reservoir Project and cotton ginning mill in Aunglan Township.
(10) Winners of Fifth Ngwetayi Short Story Contest announced
YANGON, 8 Nov-The list of the winners of Fifth Ngwetayi Short Story Contest was announced today. In the contest, Hmawwun Kyi Myat's "Manuha Sindutaw" won the first prize, Maung Thet Hnin (North Okkalapa)'s "Ngawun Myit-kan Hma Nyeinchanthu" the second and Ko Shwe Aye's "Khaung Laung Than Cho Cho" the third. Ko Zaw Htay (Culture)'s "Pyittinehtaung Ywae Pyittinehtaung Hu Khaw Thee", Tekkatho Nan Phyu Phyu Tun's "Ein Yaung Yan Ma Hoke Pa", Mar (Archaeology)'s "Yun Mu Mu Doe Ywakalay", Amyin Kya (Eye)'s "Amyin Kyi La Kyi Pa Pyi", Ma Ni Ni (Thedaw)'s "Pan Pyo The Lat", Thadu Myae Phone Shein's "Sein Sein Mya Mya Hla Te Kutho", Sukha Phone Myint's "Myo Sat Amawe", Tekkatho Hnin Wai's "Kyae Shwe Ga Hay Ma Sat Chay Tho" and Nyein (YU)'s "Kyanma Kyway Moh Pay Ma Sat Tha" won special prizes. The date and the place for prize-giving ceremony will be announced later.
(11) 6 remnant armed group members exchange arms for peace
YANGON, 8 Nov-The State Peace and Development Council upholding Our Three Main National Causes is striving for national reconsolidation with genuine goodwill for emergence of a modern, peaceful and developed nation. Remnant armed groups, realizing that their destructive acts did not benefit the nation and the people and that their acts retarded development of their regions, and understanding the genuine goodwill and correct endeavours of the government, have been exchanging arms for peace individually or in groups.
A six-member KNPP armed group led by Company Commander U Paw Lu and Platoon Commander U Win Hlaing exchanged arms for peace at the local unit, Loikaw Station, in the area of Eastern Command, on 5 November, bringing along with them one RPG, two M-16, one AK-47, one walkie-talkie, magazines and assorted rounds of ammunition.
Commander of regional control command (Loikaw) Chairman of Kayah State Peace and Development Council Brig-Gen Nyunt Hlaing and commanders of battalions and units of Loikaw Station, officials of Kayah State Peace and Development Council and local people warmly welcomed those who exchanged arms for peace at Loikaw and attended to their needs. More armed group members are going to exchange arms for peace.
Man gets 25 years for trafficking stimulant tablets
YANGON, 8 Nov-The Loikaw District Court handed down a sentence of 25 years' imprisonment on a man for trafficking stimulant tablets on 29 September this year. A combined team comprising members of local intelligence unit and Myanmar Police Force, acting on information, at 7.15 p.m. on 24 April 2000, searched the house of Than Win and seized 6,769 stimulant tablets. The Dimawhso Police Station filed Than Win, 34, son of U Chit Htwe, of Konthaya Village, Dimawhso Township, under section 15/19(A)/20(A) of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law. The Loikaw District Court heard the case and sentenced him to 25 years' imprisonment under section 20 (A) of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law.
6 members resign from Lashio Township NLD of own accordYANGON, 8 Nov-Six members resigned of their own accord from the National League for Democracy of Lashio Township, Shan State. Six members of Lashio Township NLD, Shan State, of their own accord, resigned by sending letters of resignation to Lashio Township Multiparty Democracy General Election Sub-commission and the party concerned on 28 August 2000 as they no longer wished to participate in party politics of NLD.
WEATHER REPORT
TODAYForecast for Yangon and neighbouring area for 9th November 2000: Intermittent rain which may be heavy at time. Degree of certainty is 70%.
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