( 1 ) Cash donated to Shwedagon Pagoda

Yangon, 30 Jan - The 359th cash donation ceremony for all-round renovation of Shwedagon Pagoda was held at ancient cultural museum tazaung on the platform this afternoon. Well-wishers presented gold and cash to members of the Pagoda Board of Trustees for all-round renovation of the Pagoda. Members of the Pagoda Board of Trustees presented certificates of honour to donors. Then, Ovadacariya of the Pagoda TheingiU Kyaung-taik Sayadaw of Chauk-htatkyi Kyaung Agga Maha Pandita Agga Maha Ganthavacaka Pandita Bhaddanta Nanovasa delivered a sermon, followed by sharing of merits. Altogether 256 well-wishers donated K 6,869,730 for the pagoda.

Agricultural achievement in Magway Division contributes effectively towards agriculture sector of nation
Laydaingsin Dam commissioned into service in Yenangyoung Township, Magway Division

Yangon, 30 Jan- A ceremony to open Laydaingsin Dam built in Yenangyoung Township by Magway Division Irrigation Department was held at the pandal near the Dam at 8.45 am today, with an address by Secretary-2 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Tin Oo.

Also present were Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation Maj-Gen Nyunt Tin, Minister for National Planning and Economic Development U Soe Tha, Chief of Staff (Air) Maj-Gen Myint Swe, Deputy Minister for Forestry Col Thaik Tun, Deputy Minister for Progress of Border Areas and National Races and Development Affairs U Kyaw Tin, Deputy Minister for Transport Brig-Gen Kyaw Myint, Chairman of Magway Division Peace and Development Council Brig-Gen Thein Zaw, heads of the State Peace and Development Council Office and departments concerned, authorities of Magway Division, district and township, officials, students of Basic Education High and Middle Schools in Magway and Yenangyoung townships, members of Union Solidarity and Development Association, Red Cross and Auxiliary Fire Brigades, Maternal and Child Welfare Association, Working Committee for Women's Affairs and local people totalling about 8,000. The Secretary-2 delivered an address at the ceremony. Secretary-2 Lt-Gen Tin Oo said Laydaingsin Dam named after Laydaingsin Village in Yenangyoung Township will irrigate 1,000 acres, and because of the dam, the weather in the neighbouring areas will become milder and more pleasant. In keeping with the guidance of the Head of State, tasks are being implemented for conservation of forests, growing of trees and utilization of water resources in Yenangyoung Township, a dry zone in Magway Division.

As Yenangyoung Township has no dense forests, 10 areas are designated to preserve natural forests while efforts are being made to establish forest plantations and expand the existing ones in cooperation with local people. Laydaingsin Dam has emerged as a result of the plans for building 17 dams in Yenangyoung Township and it is covered by the main project for availability of water. Other dams which have been built are Hsepaukyoe, Tamabinyoe, Pyaungkhinyoe and Hsadaing-chaung, and Nyaunghla Creek and Dawna Creek Dams are still under construction. Altogether nine small dams are scheduled to be built on Dawna Creek. In building dams in the townships of the dry zone, priority is given not only to commercial benefit, but to supply of water in the respective areas for long-term benefit of the local people and uplift of their living standards. The purpose of the project for greening of the nine arid districts is to conserve the ecology of the districts and improve the weather conditions there through the ways of preservation and extension of natural forests, establishment of firewood substitute fuel plantations, utilization of all available water resources and organizing people to use firewood substitute fuel. The Secretary-2 spoke of the need for the present generation to improve the environment for the benefit of future generations and cooperate with the government in the task for protection of environment.

The government has built altogether 20 dams in Magway Division, including Laydaingsin Dam, and set up 46 river-water pumping stations on the banks of the Ayeyawady and the Chindwin. He said the dams under construction in the division are Mone Creek Multipurpose Dam, Salin Dam, Sun Creek Dam and Palin Dam and there are still more dams to be built. Small dams and lakes numbering over 1,000 built by local authorities and people on self-reliance basis are also irrigating farms and contributing to the greening of the region. Because of the emergence of dams and river-water pumping stations, the farms can now be irrigated and in the very near future, Magway Division will be able to grow more paddy and produce the crop for its own sufficiency. The weather conditions, he said, will also improve and the agriculture sector of the division will develop considerably. He said cotton, beans and pulses, oil crops and sugarcane and kitchen crops can be grown well in Magway Division.

The division is a reliable one for national economy and successful cultivation in the division is very useful to the entire agriculture sector of the country, he said. He spoke of the need for local farmers to fully make use of the condition created by the government, work hard and seek ways and means to boost production of crops and per acre yield in irrigated areas. He said service personnel and the people are to work hard in accord with the correct policies of the government and by doing so, considerable progress will be made in the country. Dams and bridges were opened, the State's projects were successfully implemented and economic progress was made due to stable and correct guidelines of the government and endeavours of the people. Present condition of Magway Division is different from that of 1988. Progress has been made in agricultural, forest, industrial and transport sectors. Small dams and lakes were built most in Magway Division and forest conservation and plantation of new trees were proudly carried out, he said. Coming 21st century will be the one full of peace, stability, unity and development if the government, farmers and the people work hard in harmony with cetena and good heritage will be handed down to new generations, he said. The Secretary-2 called for maintenance of the dam for durability.

Then, Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation Maj-Gen Nyunt Tin said that efforts are being made for the farmers who can boost production from single cropping to triple cropping. Water plays a vital role in the dry region for the development of economic and social sector, and the government has implemented water supply projects throughout the country, and the Laydaingsin Dam is the 117th dam, he said. There are 45 million acres of cultivable land in the country and over 24 million acres of land have been cultivated. Therefore the government is striving for the development of land reclamation and water resources, he said. Then, Minister U Soe Tha reported on economic development in Magway Division. Chairman of Magway Division Peace and Development Council Brig-Gen Thein Zaw said greening and water supply are essential for Magway Division because the division is situated in the dry region.

Due to oil exploitation, Yenangyoung Township in which Laydaingsin Dam is located has hot temperature and rare water for drinking and growing. The dam will be supported for local greening teaks, water supply for agriculture and regional development. Then, the chairman, on behalf of local people, thanked the State for arrangements of water supply projects including Laydaingsin Dam which will support for development of farmers in Magway Division. Deputy Ministers U Kyaw Tin and Col Thaik Tun gave speeches. Secretary of Yenangyoung Township USDA U Aung Naing Win spoke words of thanks. Then, Minister Maj-Gen Nyunt Tin presented bonus for employees of Irrigation Department to officials. Afterwards, Minister Maj-Gen Nyunt Tin unveiled the stone plaque and Magway Division Irrigation Department U Hok Kyi formally opened the dam.

After the opening ceremony, the Secretary-2 and party had photo taken together with local people. Next, the Secretary-2 inspected the embankment and the control tower and then, cordially met local people. Laydaingsin Dam was built on Phaungkwe Creek a half mile from Laydaingsin Village in Yenangyoung Township. It is an earthen dam and 77 feet high and 2,000 feet long. The dam can storage 4,745 acre-feet of water and supply water to 1,000 acres of land.

Secretary-2 joins local people in tree-planting ceremonies for greening of NyaungU, Taungtha, Pakokku Townships, inspects development projects

Yangon, 30 Jan - Secretary-2 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Tin Oo attended the tree-planting ceremonies in NyaungU and Taungtha Townships, Mandalay Division, and in Pakokku Township, Magway Division, and inspected construction projects in Magway Division yesterday and today.

Accompanied by ministers, the Chief of Staff (Air), deputy ministers, officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office and departments, the Secretary-2 left Yangon for NyaungU by Tatmadaw aircraft yesterday morning. They were welcomed at Bagan-NyaungU Airport by member of the State Peace and Development Council Chairman of Mandalay Division Peace and Development Council Commander of the Central Command Maj-Gen Ye Myint, Chairman of Magway Division Peace and Development Council Brig-Gen Thein Zaw, Brig-Gen Than Tun of Kyaukpadaung Station and other officials. On their way to Tuyintaung mountain range in a motorcade, the Secretary-2 and party inspected growing of various trees such as neem, banyan, Myanmar kokko, mezali, bawsky and thabut on the hillsides of Kangyigon Hill, Swedaw Hill, Thagya Hill, Thetsoe Hill and Paikhlan Hill. The area of the five hills of Tuyintaung mountain range is 2,760 acres, on which trees have been grown on 430 acres and natural forest reserves cover 120 acres.

The Department for Greening of the Dry Zone has grown trees on 430 acres up to 2000-2001, and it is targeted to grow trees on 870 acres in 2001-2002. The Secretary-2 and party attended the tree-planting ceremony for greening of the Tuyintaung mountain range organized by the Department for Greening of the Dry Zone near Mya Kan Dam in NyaungU Township. Also present at the ceremony were local people and villagers of the town and nearby villages, and members of the Union Solidarity and Development Association. Secretary-2 Lt-Gen Tin Oo said the weather in the area, which is in one of the nine arid districts, has become milder as dams and lakes have been built, and trees grown.

The government is giving encouragement and providing all-out support for greening of the dry zone, he said and spoke of the need of public cooperation for greater success. The tree-planting ceremony, he said, was organized to increase public awareness in the tasks for greening of the area. The government has also made arrangements for conservation of forests and growing of trees as well as for extensive use of firewood substitute fuel. He underscored the need for local people to cooperate with the authorities and forestry personnel to plant trees and keep them grow well for the better weather conditions in their township. Commander Maj-Gen Ye Myint, Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation Maj-Gen Nyunt Tin, Deputy Minister for Progress of Border Areas and National Races and Development Affairs U Kyaw Tin and Deputy Minister for Forestry Col Thaik Tun also spoke.

Then, the Secretary-2 and party joined the local people and USDA members in sowing seeds. The Secretary-2 and party proceeded to Bagan and inspected the farms of crops on the sand banks of the Ayeyawady River. Brig-Gen Thein Zaw presented a report on growing of crops on the Myaynukyuns of the river in Magway Division, and extension of cultivation of crops on 15,000 acres. The Secretary-2 and party helicoptered to Taungtha Hill in Taungtha Township where they attended the tree-planting ceremony for greening of Taungtha Hill. The Secretary-2 urged the local people to participate in the tree-planting ceremony and to keep the trees to grow well. The Secretary-2 and party later took part in the sowing of seeds in the earth of the plastic bags.

They proceeded to Tantkyi Hill in Pakokku Township, Magway Division, in the afternoon. They inspected the plantations of hsithabye on Tantkyi Hill and maintenance of Mya Kan Lake. Afterwards, they attended the tree-planting ceremony for greening of Tantkyi Hill held in Mingala Mandat on Tantkyi Hill. The Secretary-2 made a speech. Brig-Gen Thein Zaw and Col Thaik Tun spoke of the programmes for greening of the area and growing of trees. The Secretary-2 and party then sowed seeds in the earth of plastic bags. The Department for Greening of the Dry Zone has planted trees on 1,591 acres on Tantkyi Hill since 1995, and made arrangements for growing of trees on with the participation of the public on 2,000 acres from 2001-2002 to 2005-2006. The Secretary-2 and party left for Magway where they were welcomed by Acting Commander of No.88 Light Infantry Division Lt-Col Aung Than Win, Secretary of Magway Division Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Col Myo Aung and other officials. They met with Tatmadawmen and their families of the regional battalion in Magway.

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( 2 ) Secretary-3 attends opening ceremony of Myanmar Biscuit Factory

Yangon, 30 Jan - Secretary-3 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Win Myint attended the opening ceremony of the Myanmar Biscuit Factory of the Circus Foodstuff Cooperative Ltd on Yangon-Insein Road in Kamayut Township this morning.

Also present at the opening ceremony were ministers, the Auditor-General, deputy ministers, departmental heads, officials of the Ministry of Cooperatives, guests, Managing Director Daw Khin Than Lin and directors of the Circus Foodstuff Coop Ltd, and workers. Director-General of the Cooperative Department Col Soe Win explained the salient points about the biscuit factory. The Circus Foodstuff Coop Ltd was initially producing wafers and biscuits on a small scale before it entered into contract with the Ministry of Industry1 to lease the Myanmar Biscuit Factory for producing foodstuff on a commercial scale. The factory as an import substitute industry has now been under the supervision of the Ministry of Cooperatives. Minister for Cooperatives U Aung San and Chairman of the Circus Foodstuff Coop Ltd U Aung Myint formally opened the factory. Secretary-3 Lt-Gen Win Myint formally unveiled the signboard of the factory. Afterwards, the Secretary3 and party inspected the production of various kinds of biscuits and wafers, and packaging. The factory mainly uses the raw materials available within the country to produce 43 kinds of biscuits and 20 kinds of wafers.

Secretary-3 hosts dinner in honour of UDNR trainees

Yangon, 30 Jan- Patron of Union Solidarity and Development Association Secretary-3 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Win Myint hosted a dinner in honour of trainees of Primary Teachership Course No 33 of the University for Development of National Races at Yadana Garden of People's Square and People's Park on Pyay Road at 6.30 pm today.

Present also were Chairman of Management Committee for Excursion Tour of Trainees of Primary Teachership Course No 33 of UDNR member of the State Peace and Development Council member of Panel of Patron of USDA Commander Maj-Gen Khin Maung Than, General-Secretary of USDA U Than Aung, members of Secretariat of USDA U Khin Maung Thein and U Ko Lay, CEC members of USDA, Chairman of Civil Service Selection and Training Board Dr Than Nyunt, specially invited guests, Rector of UDNR Col Zaw Min Thein, faculty members and trainees. Then, Secretary-3 Lt-Gen Win Myint presented souvenirs to Rector of UDNR Col Zaw Min Thein, faculty members and trainees. Patron of USDA Secretary-3 Lt-Gen Win Myint presented K 10 million donated by USDA for trainees of UDNR to Rector Col Zaw Min Thein. Then, on behalf of the trainees, Ma Saw Mya Thein of Kyauktaw Township spoke words of thanks. Two trainees, on behalf of the trainees, presented commemorative pennant to General-Secretary of USDA U Than Aung. Later, Secretary-3 Lt-Gen Win Myint hosted dinner in honour of the trainees.

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( 3 ) MEC Single-Use Syringe Sales Centre opened

Yangon, 30 Jan- The MEC Single-Use Syringe Sales Centre of Myanmar Economic Corporation was opened at the sale centre on Pansodan Street in Kyauktada Township this morning. The ceremony was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Military Affairs Quartermaster-General Lt-Gen Tin Hla, Chairman of Yangon Division Peace and Development Council Commander of Yangon Command Maj-Gen Khin Maung Than, ministers, the attorney-general, the Chief of Staff (Navy), deputy ministers, senior officers of Ministry of Defence, departmental heads of Ministry of Health and invited guests. Member of Board of Directors of MEC Col Hla Tun and Managing Director of MEC Col Ye Htut cut the ribbon to open the sales centre.

Then, Lt-Gen Tin Hla pressed the button to open the signboard of the centre and viewed around the centre with the guests. At the opening ceremony, Brig-Gen Win Aung Tint reported on construction of the factory, installation of machinery and production process with computerize and automation system and Deputy Minister for Health. Dr Mya Oo on prevention of infectious diseases by using disposable syringe and the ceremony came to an end. The disposable syringes with needle are produced using hi-tech and standard raw materials from abroad and are sterilized with EO gas. The quality control is made at production stages. The syringes are checked for reliable by Microbiological test, Toxicity test and Pyrogen test. They are manufactured at GMP Standard of WHO in cleaning room with modern machinery made in Germany, to meet German Standard DIN 10398 and International Standard ISO 7886. The syringe are reliable and suitable for health in all aspects.

Progress of Border Areas and National Races Dept and Education and Training Dept hold coord meeting

Yangon, 30 Jan- A coordination meeting of Progress of Border Areas and National Races Department and Education and Training Department was held at the Ministry of Progress of Border Areas and National Races and Development Affairs this morning.

Present were Minister for Progress of Border Areas and National Races and Development Affairs Col Thein Nyunt, Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Than Tun, Director-General of Progress of Border Areas and National Races Col Than Swe, Director-General of Education and Training Department Col Than Win, the deputy directors-general, directors, principals of Nationalities Youth Resources Development Degree College (Yangon) and (Mandalay) and officials. Minister Col Thein Nyunt spoke on works for roads and bridges in border areas, water supply, promotion of education activities in border areas, effective implementation of health care services, nurturing youths of border areas, opium substitute crops, extended cultivation of industrial and perennial crops and speedy implementation of works in accord with the procedures.

Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Than Tun reported on regional development, education and training, Director-General Col Than Swe on works undertaken and assistance, Director-General Col Than Win on matters on Nationalities Youth Resources Development Degree Colleges, Youth Training Schools and Domestic Science Training School, principals of NYRDDCs on training and principal of central training school on works. Officials also reported on works undertaken in the regions and tasks being carried out. The minister ended in the afternoon.

Meeting held to stage Myanmar-Japan Goodwill Cultural Exchange Variety Show

Yangon, 30 Jan- A meeting was held to stage Myanmar-Japan Goodwill Cultural Exchange Variety Show to be sponsored by Myanmar-Japan Friendship Association at Mya Yeik Nyo Royal Hotel this afternoon. Present were Chairman of the association Col Tin Hlaing and executives, delegates of Japanese cultural troupe, artistes Bogalay Tint Aung and Gita Lulin U Ko Ko and others. Chairman Col Tin Hlaing made a speech on the occasion. Then, Vice-Chairman U Khin Shwe and Executive Daw Nu Nu Yi reported on preparations for the variety show, followed by a general round of discussions. The performance will be staged at the National Theatre in Yangon on 26 and 27 February. Before the meeting, Chairman Col Tin Hlaing met with delegate of Japanese cultural troupe at Mya Yeik Nyo Royal Hotel and discussed matters related to staging the show.

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( 4 ) Minister meets private video producers

Yangon, 30 Jan- Minister for Information Maj-Gen Kyi Aung met private video producers at the meeting hall of Myanma Radio and Television this afternoon and gave instructions on production of TV programmes. Also present were Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Aung Thein, Director-General U Khin Maung Htay of MRTV and officials and private video producers. First, the minister elaborated on producing TV programme. Then, Director-General U Khin Maung Htay also explained the arrangement for production of the programmes and Director (TV) U Win Kyi and Chief Engineer U Tin Wan the functions of MRTV. Afterwards, the minister and officials answered the queries.

Third four-monthly coord meeting of Ministry of Health held

Yangon, 30, Jan- The third four-monthly coordination meeting of Ministry of Health was held at the meeting hall of Medical Research Department on Ziwaka Road in Dagon Township here this morning, with an opening address by Minister Maj-Gen Ket Sein. Also present on the occasion were Deputy Minister Professor Dr Mya Oo, directors-general and deputy directors-general of departments under the ministry, rectors, directors, health officers, medical superintendents and officials. The Deputy Minister also delivered a speech. The directors-general from departments, health officers from states and divisions, rectors and medical superintendents reported on the work done. The meeting came to a close with the concluding remarks by the Minister.

Minister meets Chinese Ambassador

Yangon, 30 Jan- Minister for Industry-2 Maj-Gen Saw Lwin met Ambassador of the People's Republic of China Mr Liang Dong who had completed his tour of duties in Myanmar at the letter's office at 2 pm today. Also present were Deputy Ministers Brig-Gen Aung Thein Lin and Lt-Col Khin Maung Kyaw and officials.

Minister receives Ambassador of Australia

Yangon, 30 Jan- Minister for Home Affairs Col Tin Hlaing received Ambassador of Australia Mr Trevor David Wilson at his office this morning. Also present were Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Thura Myint Maung and Head of Office U Thet Tun.

Minister for F&R meets Chinese Ambassador

Yangon, 30 Jan- Minister for Finance and Revenue U Khin Maung Thein received Ambassador of People's Republic of China to Myanmar Mr Liang Dong at his office at 1.30 pm today. They cordially discussed matters related to mutual interests between the two countries. Also present at the call was Governor of Central Bank of Myanmar U Kyaw Kyaw Maung.

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( 5 ) Minister inspects Marble Slab Factory in Insein

Yangon, 30 Jan- Minister for Industry-1 U Aung Thaung, accompanied by Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Kyaw Win and departmental officials, arrived at Marble Slab Factory of Myanma Ceramics Industries in Phawgan, Insein Township, this morning. The minister inspected production process and storage of manufactured goods. Then, the minister inspected figurines and marble slabs of Nayputaung, Loikaw and Kyaukse and gave instructions on work. Next, the minister inspected bags of cement sent from Thayet and Kyangin Cement Plants and gave instructions on minimizing loss and wastage and corruption in distribution of cement to construction projects.

Minister attends ceremony to hand over new building of Thabyu BEHS

Yangon, 30 Jan - Minister for Rail Transportation U Pan Aung, accompanied by officials, attended the ceremony to hand over new building of Thabyu Village Basic Education High School in Kawa Township this morning.

Present also were departmental officials, executives of Bago Division, Bago District and Township Union Solidarity and Development Associations, teachers, local residents and students. Minister U Pan Aung made a speech on the occasion. Chairman of the School Board of Trustees U San Shwe presented its report to the minister. Then, member of the School Board of Trustees U Myint Swe presented related document to Assistant Director of Basic Education Department U Khin Maung Soe. Afterwards, U Khin Maung Soe and wife presented books and sports equipment to Headmistress Daw Khin San Myint.

Bago Division Assistant Education Officer U Bar Bar spoke word of thanks. Chairman of Thabyu Association U San Kyi and Headmistress Daw Khin San Myint formally opened the new building. Then, Minister U Pan Aung met executives of Division, District and Township USDAs at the school. CEC member of USDA Minister U Pan Aung gave instructions to officials. The minister also attended the annual general meeting of Parent-Teacher Association of Basic Education High School in Hleguseik Village in Hlegu Township. The minister then formally opened the signboard of the school and met official, parents and teachers.

Cooperatives Ministry holds coordination meeting

Yangon, 30 Jan- The third four-monthly meeting for 2000 to coordinate work of the Ministry of Cooperatives was held at the meeting hall of the ministry on Bogyoke Aung San Street here this morning with an address by Minister for Cooperatives U Aung San. Also present were Director-General of Cooperative Department Col Soe Win, Director-General of Cottage Industries Department U Sein Than, Managing Director of Cooperative Exports & Imports Enterprise Daw Khin Swe Soe, the deputy directors-general of state/division cooperative department, the principals of Cooperatives Colleges and others. Minister U Aung San called on officials to make concerted efforts for development of the four main tasks of cooperatives in accord with the four economic objectives laid down for the emergence of a new, modern developed nation. The first day session ended in the evening.

U Thein Aung accredited to Algeria

Yangon, 31 Jan - The Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council of the Union of Myanmar has appointed U Thein Aung, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Union of Myanmar to the Arab Republic of Egypt, concurrently as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Union of Myanmar to the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria.

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( 6 ) Taungzalat hotel opened in Kalay

Yangon, 30 Jan-  The opening ceremony of Taungzalat hotel in Kalay, Sagaing Division was held at the hotel on 28 January morning, attended by Commander of Regional Control Command Brig-Gen Khin Maung Aye and wife.

Also present on the occasion were senior military officers, Chairman of District Peace and Development Council Lt-Col Myo Chit, Secretary Maj Myint Lwin and members, Chairman of Township Peace and Development Council U Aung Kyaw Soe and members, departmental heads, patron, chairperson and secretary of Township Maternal and Child Welfare Association and invited guests. Lt-Col Myo Chit and Director of the hotel U Enzakat formally cut the ribbon to open the hotel. Then, Brig-Gen Khin Maung Aye delivered a speech and the Director spoke words of thanks. A total of K 500, 000 was donated to Taungphila Golf Club, Indaigyi Village Basic Education High School, Township Maternal and Child Welfare Association and District Fire Services Department.

CEC member accepts USDA membership applications in Padaung

Yangon, 30 Jan- Member of Central Executive Committee of Union Solidarity and Development Association Col Tin Hlaing, accompanied by officials, attended the prize presentation ceremony for outstanding students and teachers of Padaung Basic Education High School on 27 January. Patron of Padaung Township Association Col Tin Hlaing gave a speech and Chairman of the association U Tin Htut and Township Education Officer U Kyi reported on development of the association and township education matters. Then, prizes were presented to the outstanding students and teachers. Later, the CEC member accepted USDA membership applications from Hsinde BEHS, Shwebontha Village-tract and Ywathaya Village-tract.

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( 7 ) Literary talks to mark Sarsodaw Day held

Yangon, 30 Jan- Literary talks to mark Sarsodaw Day for 1362 ME sponsored by Kyaukse Township Writers and Journalists Association were held in conjunction with the prize presentation ceremony at Myinsaing Hall in Kyaukse on 20 January. Present were Chairman of Kyaukse District Peace and Development Council Lt-Col Aung Kyi Shein and members, CEC member of  Myanmar Writers and Journalists Association U Khin Maung Tun (Khin Maung Tun-Lanmadaw) and writers, Chairman of Township Peace and Development Council U Thein Win and members and others. Chairman U Thein Win made an opening speech and Chairman of Township WJA U Kyaw Than (Maung Khine Kyaw-Kyaukhse) spoke words of thanks. Then, officials presented prizes to those who are outstanding in literary competitions and matriculation exams. Next, writers Khin Maung Tun (Lanmadaw), Dr Aye Myat Lwin, Khin Swe Oo, Dr Ma Tin Win and Maung Sein Win (Padigon) gave the literary talks.

Computer donated to MMA (Mandalay)

Yangon, 30 Jan- A ceremony to donate a computer set for medical information kiosk to Myanmar Medical Association (Mandalay) by Beximco Pharma Co was held at the MMA (Mandalay) on 19 January. Present were President of MMA (Yangon) Prof U Myo Myint, Chairman of MMA (Mandalay) Prof U Ko Lay and officials of Beximco Pharma Co. First, Mr Nadira Firdousi explained the purpose of the donations and presented a computer set for medical information kiosk to officials. Prof U Myo Myint and Prof U Ko Lay spoke words of thanks.

UDNR trainees tour Yangon North District

Yangon, 30 Jan- A total of 269 trainees of Primary Teachership Course No 33 of University for Development of National Races led by Chairman of Trainees Excursion Reception and Accommodation Sub-committee Commandant of Defence Services Records Office Brig-Gen Myo Myint and Rector Col Zaw Min Thein together with Professor Daw Khin Win and supervisor teachers, visited Yangon North District this morning.

At Myawady TV Station, Commandant Lt-Col Chit Swe and officials welcomed the trainees and explained the production of the TV programmes. Then, trainees and the commandant exchanged souvenirs. Officials conducted the trainees round the TV station. At Central Institute of Civil Service (Phaunggyi), Rector Col Win Maung and officials welcomed them and hosted a lunch to the trainees. At Ohndaw Hall, Rector Col Win Maung explained the facts about CICS (Phaunggyi). Afterwards, two trainees and the Rector exchanged commemorative pennants. The excursion group visited Ngamoeyeik Dam. In the briefing hall, Director of Yangon Division Irrigation Department U Kyaw Thein extended greetings. They then visited Htauk- kyant Poultry Farm of Production Unit of Yangon City Development Committee. Later, the trainees visited No 1 Breeding Camp of Yangon Command on Pyay Road. Staff Officer (Grade-I) (Q) Lt-Col Thein Hsint and officials welcomed them. In-charge of the camp Maj Ko Ko Aung explained livestock breeding matters.

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