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- State Peace and Development Council Chairman Senior General Than Shwe sends felicitations to Islamic Republic of Iran
- Secretary-1 attends opening ceremony of day nursery, inspects factories and construction of Yangon-Thanlyin Bridge No 2
- Secretary-1 attends cornerstone-laying ceremony for Ahara Thukha nsarhsaung of Dammanariya Tekkatho Alodawpyi Kyaungtaik
- 55th Anniversary Union Day Flag Hoisting Ceremony rehearsed New office for Myanmar Construction Entrepreneurs Association opens
- Union Flag conveyed from Kyimyindine to Hlegu
- MWVO COC Chairman meets Ayeyawady Division WVO members Tamil Hindu Pongal Celebration held
- Minister inspects industrial zones Minister hosts dinner to pilgrimage group of Wa region
- Commander and Minister attend opening of Kale Airport building Commander and Minister inspect construction of hospital
- Union Day delegates continue excursion USDA offices opened
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( 1 ) State Peace and Development Council Chairman Senior General Than Shwe sends felicitations to Islamic Republic of IranYANGON, 11 Feb. - Senior General Than Shwe, Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council of the Union of Myanmar, has sent a message of felicitations to His Excellency Mr. Seyed Mohammad Khatami, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on the occasion of the National Day of the Islamic Republic of Iran, which falls on 11 February 2002.
( 2 ) Secretary-1 attends opening ceremony of day nursery, inspects factories and construction of Yangon-Thanlyin Bridge No 2
YANGON, 10 Feb.- Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt.-Gen. Khin Nyunt, accompanied by Chairman of Yangon Division Peace and Development Council Commander of Yangon Command Brig- Gen. Myint Swe, the ministers, the deputy ministers, officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office and departmental officials, arrived at Unicolour exercise book production factory of Tetnadi Co. Ltd. in Dagon Seikkan Industrial City in Dagon Myothit (Seikkan) Township this morning.
The Secretary-1 and party inspected sample of exercise books and they were conducted round by the officials. Managing Director of Tetnadi Co Ltd. U Thein Tun reported on production of various kinds of exercise books and efforts for distribution of exercise books in local markets and export. Managing Director U Thein Tun presented 2,000 dozens of exercise books worth K 1 million to Chairman of Myanmar Education Committee Secretary-1 Lt.-Gen. Khin Nyunt.
The Secretary-1 gave instructions on fulfilling the needs for students and sale of books at reasonable prices. Next, the Secretary-1 attended the opening ceremony of the day nursery built by Department of Human Settlement and Housing Development on Prince Kanaung Road in 89th Ward in Dagon Seikkan Industrial City in Dagon Myothit (Seikkan) Township. Also present were the chairperson of Myanmar Maternal and Child Welfare Association, departmental officials, members of social associations, wellwishers, members of the day nursery management board, parents and guests. Director-General of Department of Human Settlement and Housing Development U Arnt Kyaw, Director-General of Social Welfare Department U Sit Myaing, Chairperson Professor Daw Kyu Kyu Swe of MMCWA an Vice-Chairperson Dr. Daw Khin Win Shwe formally opened the building.
The Secretary-1 and party inspected the day nursery. Director-General U Arnt Kyaw reported on the objectives for the construction of the day nursery. One of the parents Daw Tin Mar Myo Win expressed thanks for construction of the day nursery.
The Secretary-1 accepted K 500,000 donated by Chairman of Yuzana Construction Group U Htay Myint for the day nursery, K 300,000 by Chairman of Dagon Seikkan Industrial City Management Committee U Win Htain, K 300,000 by U Maung Maung of Shwe Kabar Construction and K 300,000 by U Maung Maung and younger brothers of Great Wall Pharmaceutical Industry. Commander Brig-Gen. Myint Swe and Minister Maj.-Gen. Sein Htwa accepted K 100,000 each by Classic International Co Ltd., U Thein Tun of Unicolour family, U Maung Maung Naing of Myitta Moe Printing Works, U Aung Zaw Win of Star Light Co Ltd., U Myo Lwin of Lwin Global Co Ltd., U Kyi Gwan of Yadana Soe Co Ltd., U Par Peik of TTG Co Ltd., Polymer Co, U Bo Bo of Chu Trading Co, U Ye Myint Maung of Belle Myanmar Co Ltd., U Aung Shwe-Daw Tin Lwan of Tun Tauk Naing Co and Ngwethazinmin oil mill. The Secretary-1 then gave instructions on bringing up the children, welfare of factory workers and extension of the day nursery if necessary. In Dagon Seikkan Industrial City most of the workers are women.
The day nursery provides facilities for their children. The nursery installed with teaching aids, sport equipment and video deck includes four classrooms for 200 children, office of head of the nursery and a hall. It opens from 8 am to 5 pm daily except on Sunday. After the ceremony, the Secretary-1 and party proceeded to Polymer Co on Prince Kanaung Street where they were welcomed by Chairman U Maung Maung Thaung and officials. Then, Chairman U Maung Maung Thaung reported on establishment of the factory and production and sales of polymer mattresses, bedroom accessories and various kinds of cushion.
The Secretary-1 gave instructions on making arrangements for gaining public re-cognition of the products. Then, the Secretary-1 and party viewed production processes around the factory. Afterwards, the Secretary -1 and party inspected progress of construction work of factories in Dagon (Seikkan) Industrial City and road construction work. Later, the Secretary-1 and party proceeded to work site at the bank of Dagon Myothit (Seikkan) Township of Yangon-Thanlyin Bridge No 2 construction project.
At the briefing hall, Superintending Engineer U Myint of Lwin of Public Works reported to the Secretary-1 on construction of main bridge and approach bridges on either sides. Deputy Minister U Tint Swe of Ministry of Construction gave a supplementary report. Next, Deputy Minister U Pe Than of Ministry of Transport reported on condition of water way of Bago River and measures to be taken for minimising erosion of banks. Then, the Secretary-1 gave necessary instructions and inspected construction work from observation tower. The Secretary-1 and party left Dagon (Seikkan) Township in the afternoon. The six-lane bridge is 4,540 feet long and 72 feet wide. It has six-foot wide pedestrian lane on either side. It can bear 60-ton load.
( 3 ) Secretary-1 attends cornerstone-laying ceremony for Ahara Thukha Soonsarhsaung of Dhammanariya Tekkatho Alodawpyi Kyaungtaik
YANGON, 10 Feb. - A cornerstone-laying ceremony for construction of Ahara Thukha Soonsarhsaung was held at Dhammanariya Tekkatho Alodawpyay Kyaung-taik on Sittaung Road in Ward 61, Dagon Myothit (Seikkan) Township, at 9 am today, attended by Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt.- Gen. Khin Nyunt. Also present were Joint-Secretary of State Sangha Maha Nayaka Committee Agga Maha Pandita Agga Maha Saddhammajotikadhaja Yenangyoung Sayadaw Bhad-danta Tejaniya and Presiding Nayaka Sayadaw of Dhammanariya Tekkatho Alodawpyi Kyaungtaik Agga Maha Saddhammajotikadhaja Bhaddanta Ariyavamsa and members of the Sangha, Chairman of Yangon Division Peace and Development Council Commander of Yangon Command Brig-Gen. Myint Swe, the ministers, the deputy ministers, officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office, departmental heads, officials and wellwishers.
The ceremony was opened with the three-time recitation of Namo Tassa. Yenangyoung Sayadaw Bhaddanta Tejaniya administered the Nine Precepts. Then, members of the Sangha recited Parittas. Next, the Secretary- 1 offered the nine-gem casket, the cornerstones and provisions to the Joint-Secretary Sayadaw. The commander, the ministers and the deputy ministers donated provisions to members of the Sangha.
At the donation ceremony, the Secretary-1 accepted K 40 million for the Soonsarhsaung and K 5 million for the altar room of the main lecture hall donated by actress Academy Htet Htet Moe Oo, K 1 million by Chairperson Daw Thet Yi (Jacob) of Mingalar May Women’s Cooperative Ltd. and K 500,000 by Thiri Thudhamma Manijotadhara Thiha Thudhamma Mani-jotadhara U Kyaw Min. Commander Brig-Gen. Myint Swe and Minister for Religious Affairs U Aung Khin accepted K 300,000 each presented by U Tin Hla-Thiha Thudhamma Theingi Daw Aye Kyi, U Aung Htein-Daw Aye Aye Kyaing, Hsinpaungwe Daw Khin Nyo and Dr Hla Lwin-Daw Swe Wah Kyu, K 100,000 each by U Shein Myint-Daw Khin Than Myint, U Maung Maung Kywe-Daw Molly Tin (a) Daw Swe Swe Latt, Dr Daw Mya Mya Win (in Japan), U Thein Soe Oo- Daw Oo Mya Thein, U Tha Aye and family and Daw Thet Yi and members of Mingalar May Women’s Cooperative Ltd. Then, Yenangyoung Sayadaw Bhaddanta Tejaniya delivered a sermon.
The Secretary-1 and party, the wellwishers and the congregation shared merits gained. Afterwards, the Secretary-1 and party and the congregation took the designated place where the cornerstone will be laid. Staff Officer U San Thin Hlaing of Yangon Division Religious Affairs Department read out the Mingalar Mawgun to mark the cornerstone-laying ceremony.
Next, the Secretary-1 put the nine-gem casket at the centre of the cornerstone. At that time, conch shells were blown and the drums were beaten by Teingyar team. Then, the Secretary-1, the commander, the ministers, the deputy ministers and the wellwishers laid the cornerstones at the designated places. The Secretary-1 placed the stone plaque at the centre of the cornerstone and sprinkled scented water on it. Thiri Thudhamma Mani-jotadhara Thiha Thudhamma Manijotadhara U Kyaw Min recited ‚intamani Gatha and Teingyar U Than Hla shared merits gained.
Then, the ceremony came to an end with the three-time recitation of Buddha Sasanam ‚iram Titthatu.
The Secretary-1 performed the rituals of golden and silver showers to mark the successful completion of the ceremony. After the ceremony, the Secretary-1 and party inspected progress of construction of the main lecture hall of the Kyaungtaik.Secretary-1 inspects preparations for Union Day dinner
YANGON, 10 Feb. - Chairman of the Central Committee for Observance of the 55th Anniversary Union Day Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt.-Gen. Khin Nyunt inspected preparations for hosting the dinner in commemoration of the 55th Anniversary Union Day and the full-dress rehearsal dances of traditional cultural troupes which will be staged at the dinner, this evening.
At 5 pm, the Secretary-1 arrived at the Presidential Residence Compound on Ahlon Road. The
Secretary-1 was welcomed there by Chairman of the Management Committee Chairman of Yangon
Division Peace and Development Council Commander Brig-Gen. Myint Swe, members of the Central Committee and the Management Committee and departmental officials. First, the Secretary-1 inspected preparations for hosting the Union Day dinner and gave necessary instructions to officials. Then, the Secretary-1 and party inspected the full-dress rehearsal dances presented by the traditional cultural troupes. Next, the Secretary-1 cordially met with members of the traditional cultural dance troupes and left the Presidential Residence Compound in the evening.
( 4 ) 55th Anniversary Union Day Flag Hoisting Ceremony rehearsedYANGON, 10 Feb.-The full-dress rehearsal of the 55th Anniversary Union Day Union Flag Hoisting Ceremony was held at People’s Square on Pyay Road this morning. Present on the occasion were Chairman of Management Committee for Observance of the 55th Anniversary Union Day Chairman of Yangon Division Peace and Development Council Commander Brig-Gen. Myint Swe and members, members of the Panel of Chairmen, Chairman of the Subcommittee for Observance of the 55th Anniversary Union Day Deputy Commander of Yangon Command Brig-Gen. Hsan Hsint and members, chairmen of District Peace and Development Councils, military region commanders, senior military officers of Yangon Command and officials. The rehearsal included the taking place of the State Military Band, arrival of the Union Flag, saluting the Union Flag, the taking place of the Union Flag relay team, relay of the flag and departure of the State Military Band.
New office for Myanmar Construction Entrepreneurs Association opens
YANGON, 10 Feb.- A ceremony to open new office for Myanmar Construction Entrepreneurs Association was held at the corner of Waizayanta Road and Thanthuma Road near Thuwunna Bridge in Thingangyun Township this afternoon, attended by Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt.-Gen. Khin Nyunt. Also present were the ministers, the deputy ministers, the vice-mayor, officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office, heads of departments, Chairman of MCEA and construction entrepreneurs. Director-General of Department of Human Settlement and Housing Development U Arnt Kyaw and Chairman of MCEA Agga Maha Thiri Manijotadhara U Khin Shwe formally opened the new office.
The Secretary-1 formally unveiled the stone inscription of the office. The Secretary-1 and party
inspected the office. Chairman of MCEA Agga Maha Thiri Manijotadhara U Khin Shwe reported on the objectives for construction of the office and entrepreneurs’ participation in religion, education, health, agriculture and livestock breeding under the leadership of the government. The Secretary-1 said the government has introduced and implemented reforms in political, economic and social sectors since 1988 for emergence of a modern developed nation. By doing so, it also made efforts for turning out national entrepreneurs in the economic sector and for uplift of national economic life in cooperation with them. Firstly, Yangon was renovated to possess the characteristics of a capital and then national construction entrepreneurs emerged with the assistance of the government, he said.With the help of the government the housing projects of national construction entrepreneurs were
implemented and Yangon developed as a modern city. Later, for those who did not have houses of their own in Yangon, Dagon Myothit and Hlinethaya Myothit were established; the hut-to-apartment scheme was implemented; housing complexes were built at the strategic places of the city; these tasks were jointly undertaken by the government and national construction entrepreneurs. So, construction work has made progress. In 1997, due to the repercussion of the South-East Asian economic crisis, construction activities became sluggish.The government provided assistance for national construction entrepreneurs so that they could carry out agriculture, livestock breeding work and other production work. The national construction entrepreneurs have thus participated in the economic sector of the State. It can now be seen that they are taking part in construction of the Union Highway. Today the economy of the nation is picking up, and construction activities are also making progress. The property prices are also on the increase again.
Therefore, the government set up the city housing project supervisory committee in order to help
workers, employees and retired persons solve their housing problem. The committee, in cooperation
with construction entrepreneurs, is keeping house and land prices stable and making arrangements to
enable the people to have houses of their own at reasonable prices. If construction entrepreneurs follow the instructions of the committee, not only the State but also the people and the construction
entrepreneurs themselves will get benefits.It is believed that as a modern and grand building for Myanmar Construction Entrepreneurs Association has emerged, construction entrepreneurs will be able to cooperate in serving the interests of the State and the people as well as their own. In conclusion, the Secretary-1 urged all to work in unity for the realization of the aims of the State and adopt the attitude that not only the city housing project supervisory committee but also construction entrepreneurs are responsible for the progress of construction activities and for enabling people to have houses of their own at reasonable prices. Chairman of MCEA U Khin Shwe presented gifts to those who took charge of construction of the building.
( 5 ) Union Flag conveyed from Kyimyindine to HleguYANGON, 10 Feb.- A ceremony to convey the Union Flag, which rested for one night at the Salin Sports Ground in Kyimyindine Township, Yangon West District, to Hlegu Township, Yangon North District, was held at the Salin Sports Ground this morning. Present on the occasion were Secretary of the Sub-committee for Conveying the Union Flag and Putting up the Billboards Head of Engineering Department (Building) of Yangon City Development Committee U Zaw Win, Joint Secretary Deputy Head of Engineering Department (Building) U Khin Nyein and sub-committee members, the chairman and members of Yangon West District Peace and Development Council, township authorities, executives of District and Township Union Solidarity and Development Associations, members of non-governmental organizations and people totalling 6,000. Those present at the ceremony saluted the Flag with the Guard of Honour of Yangon Command while
the military band of the Tatmadaw (Air) was playing the National Anthem. Chairman of Yangon West District Peace and Development Council Lt.-Col Maung Maung Shein took out the Flag out of the silver bowl and carried it to the archway of the sports ground at 6.50 am, flanked by four officers of the Tatmadaw (Army, Navy and Air) and Myanmar Police Force, Union nationals and Secretary of Yangon West District USDA and executives. He handed over the Flag to Chairman of Yangon North District Peace and Development Council Lt.-Col San Matu. Lt.-Col San Matu onveyed the Flag onto the Union Boat and planted it in the silver bowl at 7 am.The Union Flag flanked by four officers of the Tatmadaw (Army, Navy and Air) and MPF and Union nationals, the Union Boat left for Hlegu Township through Panbingyi Street, Upper Kyi-myindine Road, Hanthawady Road, Hledan Road and Bayintnaung Road. The Union Flag was accorded a rousing welcome by a large number of people including township and ward authorities, members of USDA, Township Maternal and Child Welfare Association, Red Cross and Auxiliary Fire Brigade and Myanmar Police Force, teachers, students and factory workers. The Union Flag was conveyed through Insein, Mingaladon and Hlegu townships.
On arrival at the archway of Yangon North District, Lt.-Col San Matu took out the Flag from the silver bowl on the Union Boat and carried it along Yangon-Bago Highway, flanked by four officers of the Tatmadaw (Army, Navy and Air) and MPF and Union nationals. He handed over the Flag to Chairman of Hlegu Township Peace and Development Council U Myint Swe. Then, the Flag was conveyed by relay teams of township peace and development councils, district and township USDAs, departments and other associations.
The relay team of Hlegu Township Basic Education High School handed over the Flag to Chairman U Myint Swe in front of Hlegu Township Sports Ground, who in turn handed over the Flag to Lt.-Col San Matu. Lt.-Col San Matu conveyed the Flag and planted it in the silver bowl on the stage in the sports ground. The people and the Guard of Honour of No 11 LID saluted the Flag to the strains of the National Anthem played by the military band of No 11 LID. The sports ground was packed with people who came to salute the Flag, and they were entertained with festivities.
( 6 ) MWVO COC Chairman meets Ayeyawady Division WVO members
YANGON, 10 Feb. Member of the State Peace and Development Council Chairman of the Central
Organizing Committee of Myanmar War Veterans Organization Adjutant-General Maj.-Gen. Thein Sein, accompanied by officials, left here by car for Pathein yesterday. At Bo Myat Tun Bridge, they were welcomed by Chairman of Ayeyawady Division Peace and Development Council Commander of South-East Command Brig-Gen. Htay Oo and officials. Accompanied by Commander Brig-Gen. Htay Oo, Adjutant-General Maj.-Gen. Thein Sein arrived at South-West Command Headquarters at 9.50 am.The Adjutant-General met officers and Tatmadawmen of Pathein Station and gave necessary
instructions. Then, the Adjutant-General visited the Agricultural and Poultry Farm of the command
headquarters. At the briefing hall, Staff Officer (Grade-I) (Q) Lt.-Col Tin Myo Tint reported on tasks being carried out by the command headquarters. The Adjutant-General attended to their needs and inspected the poultry farm and production of feed stuff. Next, the Chairman of MWVO COC met with members of Ayeyawady Division WVO at Pathein City Hall.Also present were Commander Brig-Gen. Htay Oo, Deputy Commander Brig-Gen. Tint Swe, members of Division and District Supervisory Committees and members of Township WVO. Chairman of Ayeyawady Division WVO Supervisory Committee Secretary of Ayeyawady Division Peace and Development Council Lt.-Col Sein Maung reported on implementation of five tasks of WVO. Then, the Chairman of MWVO COC explained the aims of MWVO, five tasks of the organization and seven future tasks and participation of WVO members in carrying out the five tasks. After the meeting, the Adjutant-General went to Ayeya Swanar Engine Assembling Factory of South-West Command. Factory Manager Maj. Aung Naing reported on matters related to the factory. The Adjutant-General attended to their requirements and inspected the factory. The Adjutant-General and party left Pathein in the afternoon and arrived back here in the evening.
Tamil Hindu Pongal Celebration held
YANGON, 10 Feb. - With the sponsorship of All Myanmar Tamil Hindu Foundation, the Pongal
Celebration was held at the National Theatre on Myoma Kyaung Street at 3 pm today. It was attended by Deputy Minister for Religious Affairs Brig-Gen. Thura Aung Ko, the chairman of All Myanmar Hindu Central Sankranthi and officials, honorary patrons of the All Myanmar Tamil Hindu Foundation, the chairman and executives, Hindus and guests.( 7 ) Minister inspects industrial zones
YANGON, 10 Feb. - Chairman of Myanma Industrial Development Work Committee Minister for
Industry-2 Maj-Gen. Saw Lwin, together with the managing director of Myanma Automobile and Diesel Engine Industries and officials, explained procedures on manufacturing of vehicles, assistance of the ministry and distribution of auto parts to industrial zones to the entrepreneurs at the Kanaung Hall of Mandalay Industrial Zone-1 in Pyigyidagun Township on 8 February and at the office of the Supervisory Committee of Meiktila Industrial Zone yesterday and inspected production of Super Mandala and Htila jeeps in the respective zones. Officials of the zones reported on progress of work and requirements. Then, Chairman of Myanma Industrial Development Bank Minister Maj-Gen. Saw Lwin inspected Meiktila branch of the bank and left necessary instructions.Minister hosts dinner to pilgrimage group of Wa region
YANGON, 10 Feb. - At the invitation of Minister for Religious Affairs U Aung Khin, a pilgrimage group from Wa region comprising 17 members of the Sangha and 39 lay persons of Mongmao Region, Shan State (North), arrived at Withakha Tazaung of Kaba Aye Hill on 7 February. On 8 February, the pilgrimage group visited and paid obeisance to Lawka Chantha Abhaya Labha Muni Buddha Image. Next, they viewed Yaza Gaha Thiri Pissaya Gaza Yaza White Elephant and also visited Tooth Relic Pagoda, Kaba Aye Pagoda and Maha Pasana Cave.
The pilgrimage group visited Defence Services Museum and Thakayta Amusement Park. After going to the Zoological Gardens, they visited and paid obeisance to Shwedagon Pagoda where Director-General of the Department for Promotion and Propagation of the Sasana U Sann Lwin and members of the Pagoda Board of Trustees conducted them round the pagoda. The pilgrimage group visited Yuzana Plaza and Lapyiwun Department Store yesterday morning. In the evening, Minister U Aung Khin hosted a dinner to them at Mogok Soon-sarhsaung of Kaba Aye Hill and presented offertories to members of the Sangha of Wa region and souvenirs to Wa region pilgrims. Then, the group visited Botahtaung Kyaikday-et Hsandawshin Pagoda. They left here for Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda this morning.
( 8 ) Commander and Minister attend opening of Kale Airport building
YANGON, 10 Feb.- A ceremony to open the Kale Airport building of the Department for Civil Aviation, Ministry of Transport, was held at the airport this morning. It was attended by Commander of North-West Command Brig-Gen. Soe Naing, Minister for Transport Maj-Gen. Hla Myint Swe, Brig-Gen. Khin Maung Aye of Kale Station, Director-General of DCA U Win Maung, heads of departments under the ministry, members of the Union Solidarity and Development Association, Maternal and Child Welfare Association and Women’s Affairs Committee, band troupe, pom pom troupe and dance troupe. Commander of North- West Command Brig-Gen. Soe Naing, Brig-Gen. Khin Maung Aye and Director-General of DCA U Win Maung formally opened the building, and Minister for Transport Maj-Gen. Hla Myint Swe unveiled the stone plaque. Speaking on the occasion, Maj-Gen. Hla Myint Swe said Kale plays a major role in linking Sagaing Division and Chin State. Kale being the only airport city from which Tamu and Chin State can be reached by air, the Government has been upgrading it step by step for the rural region development.
In line with the directives of the Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council, the building was constructed from 1 February 1997 and completed on 31 January 2002, he added. Commander Brig-Gen. Soe Naing made a speech, and then a local spoke words of thanks. Later, Director-General of DCA U Win Maung received documents related to the building from District Senior Engineer U Saw Han of Public Works. Afterwards, the ceremony came to an end. After the ceremony, the commander, the minister and guests viewed the building. The building is 120 feet long and 60 feet wide, and is of single-storey reinforced concrete building. The whole floor of the building was tiled, and a crowd of one hundred arrivals and one hundred departures can use the building simultaneously. It has also a VIP lounge and was built at a cost of 63.292 million kyats. The building was put into service as of today.
Commander and Minister inspect construction of hospital
YANGON, 10 Feb. - Minister for Health Maj-Gen. Ket Sein, together with Chairman of Taninthayi Division Peace and Development Council Commander of Coastal Region Command Maj-Gen. Aye Kyway, inspected the progress of Myeik Hospital (200 bed) under construction in Myeik yesterday morning. Later, the commander and the minister went to People’s Hospital in Myeik and met with staff. Afterwards, the commander and the minister comforted the patients being treated in the hospital and inspected the intensive care unit, operation theatre and delivery room. The minister then left instructions on tasks to be undertaken.
( 9 ) Union Day delegates continue excursion
YANGON, 10 Feb.- Cultural troupe members from states and divisions and Union Day delegates of Union Solidarity and Development Association, who are here to attend the 55th Anniversary Union Day flag-hoisting ceremony and dinner, accompanied by head of the study group Maj Myint Tun and supervisors, continued their tour of Yangon, today. First, the study group visited the National Museum where they were welcomed by Department of Cultural Institute Director-General U Myint Thein Swe and officials and Director of the museum Daw Nu Mra Zan explained about Mahathihathana Throne. Next, they viewed the booths of the museum. Then, they visited Thakayta Amusement Park and viewed round the park.
USDA offices opened
YANGON, 10 Feb.- A ceremony to open a new office of Dagon Myothit (Seikkan) Township Union Solidarity and Development Association in conjunction with concluding ceremony of Multiplier Management Course No 2/2002 for executives was held at the new office this morning. Present were USDA Secretariat Member U Thaung, CEC members Brig-Gen. Thura Aye Myint, Brig-Gen. Maung Maung Thein and Col Maung Pa, Secretary of Yangon Division USDA U Aye Myint and CEC members, secretaries and executives of Yangon East District and Township USDAs and donors.
First, Brig-Gen. Thura Aye Myint and Col Maung Pa opened the office. Afterwards, Brig-Gen. Thura Aye Myint delivered a speech at the concluding ceremony of Multiplier Management Course No 2/2002. Yangon East District Executive U Soe Shein of new office construction supervision committee explained facts about the construction of the office. Brig-Gen. Thura Aye Myint accepted donations and presented certificates of honour to the wellwishers. Col Maung Pa presented prizes to outstanding organizers and Secretary U Than Lwin of township USDA presented certificates to the trainees. Likewise, a new office of Dagon Myothit (East) Township USDA was opened at the venue. Brig-Gen. Thura Aye Myint and Col Maung Pa formally opened the office. Township USDA Secretary U Myint Khine reported on construction of the new building. Col Maung Pa accepted 2,500 USDA membership applications and Brig-Gen. Aye Myint accepted donations and presented certificates of honour to the donors.
International Theravada Buddhist Missionary University will open in June for 2002 academic year. The first semester for academic year 2002 begins in June and ends in October. The second semester begin on 1st December and ends in March 2003. Those students who are qualified for Diploma course can send their application forms to the Registrar, international Theravada Buddhist Missionary University, Dhammapala Hill, Mayangone P.O., Yangon, Myanmar. Fax 095-1-650700, Phone 095-1-650702.(1) Diploma of Buddha Dhamma(Dip.B.Dh)
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Foreign monks, nuns and laymen who apply for one-year Diploma course must have passed at least the Matriculation or equivalent. For the layman who is Myanmar citizen must have their first degree, B.A. or B.Sc. Myanmar monks and nuns who apply for Diploma course must not be younger than 18 and not older than 45. Age limit for students who apply for one-year Diploma course only will be given consideration. The Selection Board reserves the right to decide whether a particular applicant has met the requirements or not.
ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONForeign candidates are required to sit for the written examination at the Embassy of Myanmar in country of their residence, or at the examination centre in Yangon, Myanmar. There will be two question papers, namely, one on English proficiency and the other on general Knowledge relevant to Buddhism. The closing date for submitting application form for Diploma course is 15th December 2001. The written entrance examination for Diploma course will be held on 8th January 2002. A candidate who passes the written examination must sit for personal interview at the Embassy of Myanmar in the country of their residence before joining the University. The admission policy of the University is liberal and flexible enough to get the qualified students for Diploma course. Priority will be givento foreign students. The students who joins the University is required to bring a proper medical certificate recently taken from any recognized authority showing physical and mental fitness.
VISA & OTHER EXPENSES
Once a foreign student is admitted to the Diploma course, the Ministry of Religious Affairs will take care of visa application and its extension. Tuition, boarding and messing for foreign students will be provided free by the University. Travelling expenses for joining the University will not be borne by the University.
For further information, inqueries may kindly be made to the nearest Myanmar Embassies or Consulates
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