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  1. Secretary-1 attends skill demonstration ceremony of   outstanding students
  2. School Family Day further raises students' efforts, stipulates them to emulate outstanding ones
  3. Secretary-2 visits Myanmar Traditional Apparel Show
  4. Minister for Foreign Affairs hosts New Years reception for Diplomatic Corps of foreign embassies in Yangon
  5. Minister receives Indian Ambassador
  6. School Family Day held at Dagon Township BEHS-
  7. Conferring of religious titles and provision coordinated
  8. Japan- Myanmar Friendship Association meets
  9. Drug possessor gets 13 years
(1) Secretary-1 attends skill demonstration ceremony of outstanding students

YANGON 5 Jan - The outstanding students of the 2000-2001 School Family Day exhibited their skills at   the National Indoor Stadium-1, Thuwunna, this morning. Chairman of the National Education  Committee Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt attended the
ceremony.

Also present were member of the State Peace and Development Council Chairman of Yangon Division   Peace and Development Council Commander Maj-Gen Khin Maung Than, ministers, members of  Myanmar Education Committee, the Chairman of the Civil Service Selection and Training Board, the   Chairman of the Leading Committee for Organizing School Family Day Celebrations Minister for  Education and members, deputy ministers, officials of the State Peace and Development Council  Office,  heads of department, diplomats of foreign embassies, officials of UN agencies,  directors-general and  chairmen of departments and boards under the Ministry of Education, rectors  and principals of
universities and colleges, township education officers in Yangon Division, school  heads, teachers and  parents, members of the school boards of trustees, guests, students and  departmental officials.

Girl students Ma Thin Wut Yi Aung and Ma Ei Mon Oo of No 2 Basic Education High School of   Sangyoung Township acted as masters of ceremonies for the Myanmar programme and Ma May Yi  Mon Aung and Ma May Thitsa Lwin for the English programme. When girl student Ma Hnin Wut Yi of the   middle school of Yankin Education College made a request for starting the programmes, students  released gas balloons.

Afterwards, student of the University of Culture Ma Thuza Aung sang " Pyin-nya-the-tha-yadana " (only   education is treasure) composed by Academy Gitalulin U Ko Ko in honour of the School Family Day,  and student girls of No 2 BEHS of Kamayut Township performed dances.

Next, the flag-bearing troupe of students of No 6 BEHS of Botahtaung Township and the band troupe of   No 1 BEHS of Mandalay exhibited their skills. Then, the state and division flag-bearing troupe of boy  students of No 6 BEHS of boy Botahtaung Township and the band troupe of No 2 BEHS of Hlinethaya  Township exhibited their skills. Students who are outstanding in academic subjects, school activities  and
all-round activities for the 2000-2001 academic year marched past.

The boy students of No 6 BEHS of Botahtaung Township holding the School Family Day flags, and the   band troupe of the girl students of No 8 BEHS of Mawlamyine demonstrated their skills. The students  who won prizes for their all-round outstanding performance at the 2000-2001 matriculation  examination
then marched past.

Next, the band troupe of the middle school of Yankin Education College, the flag-bearing troupe of No 6   BEHS of Botahtaung Township and the band troupe of No 3 BEHS of Bago demonstrated their skills.

The outstanding students who ranked from 1 to 10 at  Secretary-1 attends the 2000 matriculation   examination marched past. Afterwards, the band troupe of No 4 BEHS of Mandalay demonstrated their  skills. The students who won prizes at the literary competitions marched past. Then, the band troupe of
BEHSs of Monywa demonstrated their skills.

The ceremony ended with the song " Towards the 21st Century " and skill demonstrations of students.   Chairman of MEC Secretary-1 Lt- Gen Khin Nyunt cordially greeted the students.

(2) School Family Day further raises students' efforts, stipulates them to emulate outstanding ones

YANGON 5 Jan- The prize-distribution ceremony of the School Family Day Celebration was held at the   Diamond Jubilee Hall this afternoon, addressed by Chairman of Myanmar Education Committee  Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt. Also present were Deputy
Prime Ministers Vice-Admiral Maung Maung Khin and Lt-Gen Tin Tun, ministers, the Chief Justice, the   Attorney-General, the Auditor-General, the Chairman of Civil Service Selection and Training Board,  members of MEC, deputy ministers, officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office,  heads  of department, diplomats, military attaches of foreign missions, officials of UN agencies, heads  of  departments and organizations under the Ministry of Education, rectors, principals and others.

Speaking on the occasion, the Secretary-1 said that it is very encouraging to see the skill  demonstration  of students in such sectors as sports, culture and arts, adding that these sights  indicate that the education promotion programmes being implemented harmoniously by the State and  the people are meeting with
success.

He said that at present the government is utilizing natural resources most effectively, and with the  participation of the entire people, it is developing the nation in order to keep abreast of other nations.
Priority is being given to continuous emergence of brilliant human resources, the main force playing a   primary role in striving to develop the nation.

At present, electronic and information technologies are advancing with immeasurable acceleration in  the world, and technological development is making for globalization. Due to changes and advance in  electronic and information technologies, science and technological development is having an  influential  effect on respective sectors such as education, health and administration and making for  the development  of these sectors.

All the national forces are required to be endowed with modern technological skills so as to be able to  effectively strive for national progress. Moreover, it is necessary to create opportunities which will  enable them to study continuously and to use the electronic equipment and information technology.

At a time when globalization is taking place, preservation of national character, national identity and  Myanmar traditions and culture is a national requirement. The education promotion programmes are
being implemented for emergence of an education system which can fulfil the needs of the education  sector that is the basic requirement for human resources development. Beginning from 1998-99,
education promotion programmes are being implemented in view of uplifting the morale and moral  conducts of students, innovative skills, national dignity and integrity and the will to cherish, safeguard
and preserve the cultural heritage, promoting and propagating Union Spirit and emergence of an  all-round education system and flourishing of a learning system based on electronic and mass
communication technologies. In line with the guidance of Head of State Senior General Than Shwe,  beginning from 2000-2001 academic year, the special four-year education promotion programme is  being  implemented with a view to connecting the basic education and higher education sectors and  developing
the qualified human resources sector.

According to the four-year programme, efforts are being made for the emergence of E-Education or   Electronic Education system, which applies computer science, information technology and mass
communication equipment. In accord with the e-Education system, arrangements are under way to set  up  computer networks such as world wide web, wide area network and local area network to study  information and technologies of the world nations through wireless or satellite links. At the school  family  day festival, booths on E-Education is being opened; and the New Century Resource Centre  where E-Education techniques are available was set up.

The Electronic Data Broadcasting system covering 203 learning centres at various basic education   schools in the country was launched on 1 January 2001. Development of the e-Education system will  lead to enabling the entire national people to get access to lifelong learning and continuing education.  As the government is systematically implementing education promotion programmes step by step, the  education sector is gaining progress with greater acceleration within a short time. Thus, the school  family day
ceremonies are being held annually to demonstrate the brilliant skills of students produced  by the new education system. The school family day ceremonies also highlight the encouragement  given to the
students by the State and the people. The school family day ceremonies will accelerate the  efforts of the  brilliant students, uplift the generosity of the people, parents, members of school board of  trustees and wellwishers, and promoting the students will to emulate other student families and to  strive harder.

In addition to the various occasions including e-Education in Myanmar Exhibition, the school family day   festival also included paper reading sessions, boat races and recitation of religious verses. The most  significant achievement of the school family day ceremony is the establishment of the New Century   Resource Centre and Electronic Data Broadcasting System and launching of the e-Education system  in Myanmar for the first time.

In trying to develop Myanmar education to be on a per with international standard, perpetuation of  Myanmar traditions and culture and national identity has become a national requirement. Thus, Ancient  Myanmar Manuscripts Centre was also opened. Outstanding and qualified students are emerging as  changes can be made in the education sector with added momentum. The students should also strive  to uplift their qualifications to be able to get along well with the all-round education promotion  programmes.

They should strive with utmost efforts at a time when the government is creating education   opportunities. In conclusion, the Secretary-1 urged the award -winning outstanding students to strive
more to become worthy children of the nation who will build and safeguard the new nation and who will   realize the national benefits; the teachers to nurture their pupils to be qualified in all sectors, to uplift  their education to meet the international level, to strengthen and promote their spirit and to possess a  strong national outlook; the people to render assistance in enabling students to possess international  level education and to serve the national interest; and the entire national people to make a continuous  learning at a time when the government has set up an education system enabling people of all ages to  get access to international level education at any time and place.

Minister for Education U Than Aung said School Family Festival has been held all across the country  since 1998-99 academic year. Over 280,000 education family employees and teachers, and over 7  million students are taking part in activities of the festival together with the people.

During the festival, various contests, exhibitions, paper reading ceremonies, music and variety shows  were held. At this ceremony, prizes will be presented to outstanding students. In accord with the  guidance of the Head of State, special four-year plan has been laid down and implemented starting  from 2000-2001 academic year for uplift of national education.

The projects carried out in basic education sector were curriculum development, opening of special  courses for teachers, making students take part in all round development activities of education,  training of the students at multimedia centres, giving the students vocational education, scrutinizing of  outstanding students and making arrangements for every child of school going age to be able to go to  school.

And the projects implemented in higher education sector were opening of courses by Human  Resources Development Departments at universities and colleges, providing of modern equipment for  opening of 203 Electronic Learning Centres, linking with five international universities and universities  in South
East Asia, opening of Electronic Learning Centres, Computer Training Centres, Electronic  Resources Centres and Language Laboratories and extension of Multi-disciplinary Subject in under  graduate and post graduate courses and extension of post graduate programs including M Research.

Then, Secretary-1 of Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt presented prizes to outstanding tenth standard students of  2000-2001 academic year and posed for photograph together with them. Deputy Prime Minister  Vice-Admiral Maung Maung Khin presented prizes to outstanding eighth standard students of  2000-2001 academic year and posed for photograph together with them. Deputy Prime Minister Lt-Gen  Tin Tun presented prizes to outstanding tenth standard students who won prizes in academic subjects  in 2000-
2001 academic year and posed for photograph together with them. Afterwards ministers,  deputy ministers, officials and private entrepreneurs presented prizes to outstanding students. Then,  basic
education students sang the song " Batsone Pyinyagoyi, Dohlanchi " and the ceremony came to  an end.


(3) Secretary-2 visits Myanmar Traditional Apparel Show

YANGON 5 Jan- Secretary-2 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Tin Oo visited  Myanmar Traditional Apparel Show, organized by University of Culture (Yangon) sponsored by Ministry  of Culture, at the National Museum on Pyay Road this evening. Accompanied by officials of the State  Peace and Development Council Office, Secretary-2 Lt-Gen Tin Oo arrived at the National Museum at  4.30 p.m.

The Secretary-2 and party were welcomed there by Minister for Culture U Win Sein,Chief of Staff (Air)  Maj-Gen Myint Swe,  heads of department and students of University of Culture (Yangon). Secretary-2  Lt-Gen Tin Oo viewed the show of costumes of national races, dresses of Bagan, Inwa, Nyaungyan,  Konbaung, Amarapura and Yadanabon periods, dresses of ladies of University in pre-war and post-  war periods and demonstration of Myanma traditional noviation ceremony. Then, Secretary-2 Lt-Gen  Tin Oo
presented prizes to students who rendered help in the demonstration of the show at the  National Museum. Secretary-2 Lt-Gen Tin Oo fulfilled the requirements and signed in the visitors book  at the museum.

(4) Minister for Foreign Affairs hosts New Years reception for Diplomatic Corps of foreign embassies  in Yangon

YANGON 5 Jan-Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Union of Myanmar U Win Aung hosted a reception for  diplomatic corps of foreign embassies in Yangon for the New Year 2001 at the ministry at noon today.  It was attended by heads of diplomatic corps of foreign embassies in Yangon, heads of UN agencies,  Myanmar ambassadors and departmental heads of the ministry.    Minister U Win Aung made a speech on the occasion: He said:

We have left behind the year 2000 or Y2K in modern appellation, and are preparing ourselves with new  resolute determination to create a better future for the world we live in despite shortcomings and  weaknesses. With the advancement of globalization, developing countries are encountered with the  threat of being marginalized, while developed countries are enjoying the benefits of this process.

However, we in Myanmar, with limited technology and available resources, are trying our utmost not to  be left far behind in the economic and technological progress. We have recently inaugurated  e-Education on the first day of new year with the use of Electronic Data Broadcasting System in 203  learning centres
throughout the country. It is a modest, but important step for Myanmar in this era of  Knowledge based society where sustained efforts are needed to be exerted to keep pace with the  evelopment of modern information technology.

At the same time, we are enjoying today unprecedented peace and tranquillity throughout the length  and breadth of the country conducive to its economic development endeavours. The market-oriented  economic policy implemented since the inception of the present government is now gaining  momentum with the
growth of private sector. While these State is giving top priority in the improvement  the basic infrastructure of the country, private sector is involved intensely in agriculture production and  small and
medium scale industries.

The recent inauguration of Shwepyitha Bridge brings to 119 numbers of bridges of 180 feet in length  and  above built by the government. About one thousand miles of rail tracks, more than three thousand  eight hundred miles of motor roads and over 115 dams have also been built during the time of this  government.
We are proud to say that all these achievements are made with our own resources,  human, technology and financial , while we are being imposed with sanctions by some western  countries and in the absence of external assistance for development.

We have spent more than 20 billion Kyats in developing the basic infrastructure of the border areas,  uplifting the economic opportunities for betterment of life of our brethren there and establishing the  necessary education and health care facilities. The improvement in infrastructure has not only  changed the economic life of many people bur it has also resulted in the strengthening of the Union  Spirit or sense of national identity among the national races.

Due to out relentless efforts, our economy grew by 10.9 percent in 1999/2000. During the Five Year  Short-Term Economic Plan from 1996-97 to 2000-2001, we achieved an average of 7.2 percent GDP  growth compared to the planned target of 6 percent annual growth. Likewise, in term of inflation, which  used to be about 30.36 percent in October 1999, we were able to bring it down to 3.59 percent last  year. Excellency, Let me turn to the achievement of our foreign policy objectives and Myanmar's efforts  in consolidating friendship and understanding with all the countries of the world.

As in the past, we continue to practice our independent and active foreign policy based on sincerity and  genuine friendship towards all nations, irrespective of size and proximity. We always try to build  stronger good-neighbourly ties with all our immediate neighbours as well as with the countries in the  region. Many important high-level visits took place between Myanmar and countries of Asia during last  year. In June 2000, General Maung Aye, Vice-Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council,  visited China, a country with which we enjoy Paukphaw relationship.

His visit also marked the Golden Jubilee of the establishment of diplomatic relations between  Myanmar and China. On our western front, we have further cemented our relationship with our  neighbour India. The visit of General Maung Aye to India in November last year was very significant  since exchange of high-level visits between the two countries has not been taken place for some  years. It has resulted in consolidating friendship and bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

General Mange Aye also had the opportunity to renew friendship and good-neighbourly ties with Lao  when he paid an official visit there in December 2000. Likewise. Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt, Secretary-1 of the  State Peace and Development Council's visit to Pakistan in June 2000 also represents a milestone in  our
relations with that country.

The visit has consolidated the happy relations we enjoy with Pakistan. Among the dignitaries that  visited Myanmar last year are Cambodian Prime Minister Mr Hun Sen, Vietnamese Prime Minster Mr  Phan Van Khai and Chinese Vice-President Mr Huu Jintao who came here in February, May and July  respectively.
Recently, we have the pleasure of receiving Prime Minister Dr Mahathir in town.  Myanmar's participation in regional cooperation has been gaining impetus since she became a  member of ASEAN in 1997. Myanmar played host to a member of ASEAN Ministerial meetings,  including the Third ASEAN  Ministerial Meeting on Youth, which was convened in Yangon last  November.

During the same month, in the latter half, our Chairman Senior General Than Shwe attended the  ASEAN Summit in Singapore where he had the opportunity to meet and discuss not only with ASEAN  leaders but also with leaders from China, Japan and Republic of Korea. With regard to ASEAN-EU  cooperation, it was never the intention of Myanmar to be an impediment in the relations between the  two groups.

What we asked for is the equal treatment and equal participation in this progress. We are glad that the  13th ASEAN-EU Ministerial Meeting was finally able to convene in Laos in December last year after  three years of stalemate. That meeting attended by Ministers of all 10 ASEAN countries clearly  demonstrates ASEAN's dynamic unity and its willingness and desire to promote relations with other  countries and organizations. It also proves that ASEAN was able to hold the meeting between the two  organizations of different regions with the attendance of the 10 countries of Southeast Asia.

It was in fact a win-win situation for both of the organizations. Since Myanmar is located between South  and Southeast Asia mainland, its geographically advantaged position could serve as a bridge between  the two regions. Myanmar became a member of BIMST-EC in December 1997 and has since been  participating in its activities for the enhancement of mutually beneficial cooperation among the  members. In coming February, Myanmar will be hosting and chairing the 4th Ministerial Meeting of  BIMST-EC.

One unhappy episode we encountered last year in our relations with international community was the  adoption of the resolution by the ILO Governing Body, approving the decision of the 88th ILC to impose  sanctions on Myanmar for allegedly using forced labour. We are disappointed not because of the  threat of impending sanctions but because of its one-sided action, which was made in total disregard  to serious efforts taken by Myanmar in placing necessary legislative, administrative and executive  frameworks as
recommended by the 88th ILC.

This discriminatory and unfair action leaves us no choice but to discontinue our cooperation with the  ILO. However, we will carry on to fulfil our obligations as a responsible and dutiful member of the  international community. At this juncture, I would like to express our sincere appreciation to our friends  who steadfastly stood on our side during this difficult time.

Our cooperation with international community can be seen in our decision to give free access to ICRC  to our prisons and places of detention. We welcomed the visit of Mr Chris Sidoti, Human Rights and  Equal Opportunity Commissioner from Australia, last year and subsequent discussions continued  with Australian officials on matters of human rights. We have also extended our cooperation fully to Mr  Razali, Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General when he visited Myanmar last year. He is visiting  Myanmar again today.

At the 13th ASEAN-EU Ministerial Meeting last December we had agreed to the next visit of EU Troika to  Myanmar and had promised to extend our full cooperation that mission. Our position on promotion of  human rights is that nations should cooperate with each other through dialogue, persuasion and  mutual understanding on the basis of equality and sincerity.

We would never yield to pressuring tactics with overbearing tones and imposing one's views and  values on others arbitrarily. Excellencies, We are firmly committed to continue to practice our foreign  policy based on the Five Principles of Peaceful Co-existence. Taking advantage of the globalization  process,
there were attempts by some quarters to discard these cardinal principles of foreign  relations, especially those relating to sovereignty, territorial integrity and non-interference in internal  affairs. We believe dangerous precedent will be set if we allowed this to take place.

Therefore, it is imperative to enhance our concerted efforts, bilaterally and regionally, to prevent  developing countries like us from servitude. Finally, I wish to thank all the diplomatic representatives  accredited to Myanmar for extending friendship and cooperation, in order that our common objectives  could be achieved.

At the same time, I would like to assure you that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue to try its  utmost in strengthening and consolidating further the friendly relations and cooperation with all nations  and to assist you all in discharging effectively of your diplomatic and consular responsibilities in  Myanmar. Once again, I wish you all the best and a very happy and prosperous New Year. Thank you.

Then, on behalf of Diplomatic Corps, Dean of Diplomatic Corps Ambassador of The Lao PDR Mr Ly  Bounkham spoke.

He said: First of all, allow me, on behalf of the colleagues in the Diplomatic corps to express our high  appreciation and sincere thanks to your Excellency for hosting this reception and for your kind invitation  as the Minister said the first time we meet in Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the new year 2001.  Excellency, If I may reciprocate by saying some words I would say briefly that Myanmar still enjoy peace  and tranquility. Main developments projects have been achieved in the year 2000 particularly in the  improvement of infrastructure and irrigation works. A top priority is giving also by the State to improve  the better life of the people of all national races.

In Foreign Policy, Myanmar has shown her willingness to be friendly with all nations, to cement strong  ties with all the neighbors, and to promote good relationship with other countries in this region. In the
frame work of ASEAN, Myanmar is very active in fulfilling her obligations and have successfully hosted  a lot of Meetings.

Excellency, May I, on this occasion, to express high appreciation to those achievements made by the  government and the people of Myanmar. With regard to the cooperation between Ministry of Foreign  Affairs and the Diplomatic Corps, if I may say we enjoy the friendly contact, the fruitful cooperation.

May I again to express our gratitude and thanks to your Excellency, to the colleagues and all staffs of  the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for their kindness and assistance conducive to a more understanding, for  mutual interest and for the benefit of our respective countries and peoples. To end my speech as we  are entering the New Year 2001, once again I wish your Excellency, our dear friends of the Ministry of  Foreign Affairs as well as your family members good health, happiness and a prosperous Year 2001.

May I also, on this occasion, through Your Excellency please convey to HE Senior General Than Shwe,  Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council and all the Myanmar Leaders our good wishes  of  good health and happiness. Thank you.

(5) Minister receives Indian Ambassador

YANGON 5 Jan -Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation Maj-Gen Nyunt Tin met Ambassador of India Mr  Shyam Saran together with tea experts Mr G Boriah and Mr J B Hudson at his office this evening. They  discussed cultivation of tea in Chin State. Present also were heads of department and officials.

 Minister receives Japanese guests

YANGON 5 Jan-Minister for Livestock and Fisheries Brig-Gen Maung Maung Thein met visiting  Professor Mr Yosh Zane Maeda of Kagoshima University of Japan for research work under the
programme of Researches on Genetic Resources of Domestic and Wild Animals in Myanmar and  party of Japan at his office this evening. Then, Professor Mr Yosh Zanie Maeda and party presented  electrophoresis laboratory equipment to Director-General of Livestock and Breeding and Veterinary
Department U Maung Maung Nyunt. Also present were directors-general, head of department and  officials.

(6) School Family Day held at Dagon Township BEHS-1

YANGON 5 Jan-Daw Khin Than Nwe, wife of Secretary-2 of the State Peace and Development Council  Lt-Gen Tin Oo, attended the third School Family Day and prize presentation ceremony of No 1 Basic  Education High School, Dagon Township, for the 2000-2001 academic year at the school this morning.

First, Headmaster U Kyaw Kyaw and Chairman of the School Board of Trustees U Hla Tin formally  opened the School Family Day. Then, sports events were held, and the traditional martial arts troupe,  band troupe and pompom troupe of primary students demonstrated their skills. Afterwards, domestic  science room, painting room, computer application room, language lab (2), school health room and  multimedia language lab were opened, and skill demonstration of the students were presented from 7  am to 2 p.m.

The prize presentation ceremony followed at Dagon Thiri Hall, and Headmaster U Kyaw Kyaw and  Chairman U Hla Tin made speeches. Daw Khin Than Nwe, U Kyaw Kyaw and officials presented  prizes to the outstanding students, and entertainment programmes were presented. The ceremony  came to a close in the afternoon.

(7) Conferring of religious titles and provision coordinated

YANGON, 5 Jan-A coordination meeting to confer religious titles to the winners and to hold provision  ceremony was held at the Religious Affairs Minister's Office this afternoon. .

Present were Minister for Religious Affairs U Aung Khin, Deputy Minister for Religious Affairs Brig-Gen  Thura Aung Ko, Adviser to the State Peace and Development Council Office Arnt Maung  Director-General of Religious Affairs Dr Myo Myint, Pro-Rector (Admin) of International Theravada  Buddhist Missionary University Dr Hla Pe, Secretary of Yangon Division Peace and Development  Council Lt-Col Kyaw Tint and departmental officials and guests.

Minister for Religious Affairs U Aung Khin made a speech. Then, Head of Office U Maung Maung Myint  explained the functions of various sub-committees. Director-General Dr Myo .Myint and Secretary Lt-Col  Kyaw Tint took part in the discussions. Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Thura Aung Ko presented a  supplementary report. The meeting ended with concluding remarks by. the minister.

(8) Japan- Myanmar Friendship Association meets

YANGON, 5 Jan- The Executive Committee of Japan- Myanmar Friendship Association held its meeting at  Mya Yeik Nyo Hotel at 4 pm today. It was attended by Chairman of the association Col Tin Hlaing, Vice-  Chairpersons Dr Daw Khin Win Shew, Dr May May Yi, Dr Daw Mya Mya Win and Dr Khin Shew  and EC  members. First, the Chairman Col Tin Hlaing made a speech Then, Vice-Chairman Dr Khin  Shew gave  an account of electing sub-committee members. Then sub-committee members were elected.  Afterwards matters related to the association were discussed. Then a general round of discussion  followed.

ROK guests call UMFCCI officials

YANGON 5 Jan- Economic Attaché of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea Mr Kim Jae-Chan this  morning called on President U Win Myint and General Secretary U Zaw Min Win of the Union of  Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce & Industry (UMFCCI) at the lather's' office. They  discussed economic affairs and exchanged views on investment.

(9)  Drug possessor gets 13 years

YANGON 5 Dec-A combined team comprising members of the local intelligence unit and Myanmar  Police Force, acting on information, searched one Thaung Sein in Thirimingalar Ward in Zeyawady  Township on 28 June 2000 and seized 1.633 kilogrammes of marijuana on his person. Zeyawady  Township Myanmar Police Force opened a case against Thaung Sein, aged 42, son of U Tin Sein who  lives in Thirimingalar Ward, Zeya-wady, Pyu Township,under Section 15/19(A) of Narcotic Drugs and
Psychotropic Substances Law. He was tried by Taungoo District Court and sentenced, on 15  November 2000, to four years' imprisonment under Section 15 and 13 years' imprisonment under  Section 19(A) to serve concurrently.

7 TadaU Township NLD members resign of own accord

YANGON 5 Jan-Seven members resigned from the National League for Democracy of TadaU  Township, Mandalay Division. Seven members of TadaU Township NLD, Mandalay Division, of their  own accord,  resigned by sending letters of resignation to TadaU Township Multiparty Democracy  General Election
Sub-commission and the party concerned on 21 November 2000 as they no longer  wished to participate in party politics of NLD.
 

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