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| Sunday, 20 August 2006 | THE MYANMAR TIMES |
Senior
General Than Shwe felicitates Hungarian President
Nay
Pyi Taw, 20 Aug— 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 Laszlo Solyom, President of the
Prime
Minister sends felicitations to
Nay
Pyi Taw, 20 Aug— General Soe Win, Prime Minister of the Union of Myanmar, has
sent a message of felicitations to His Excellency Mr Ferenc Gyurcsany, Prime
Minister of the
Lt-Gen
Kyaw Win assists in renovation of
Nay
Pyi Taw, 19 Aug — Member of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen
Kyaw Win of the Ministry of Defence on 17 August inspected maintenance and
renovation of road and bridges along Mongping-Tongtah-Kengtung Road Section in
At
the briefing hall of Public Works at Mile Post No 356/5, Superintending Engineer
of Public Works U Thaung Htay and engineers reported on condition of the
114-mile section of Takaw-Mongping-Kengtung Union Road which was upgraded to a
tarred road, condition of bridges on the road being upgraded to iron reinforced
bridges, construction of the drainage and maintenance of roads and bridges.
Commander
Maj-Gen Min Aung Hlaing also reported on renovation of the
After
his tour of inspection, Lt-Gen Kyaw Win and party went to the local battalion in
Tongtah Station and met with officers and other ranks and their families at the
hall of the station.
At
the meeting, Lt-Gen Kyaw Win urged to abide by rules and regulations and to
participate in regional development tasks joining hands with local people. At
the meeting, he also fulfilled the requirements of officers and other ranks and
their families and cordially greeted them.
Next,
Lt-Gen Kyaw Win and party inspected Tongtah-Kengtung section, and bridges on the
road.
On
arrival at the mile post No 386/0, they looked into renovation of some damaged
sections of the road.
Lt-Gen
Kyaw Win spoke of the need for officials to ensure proper flow of water under
the bridge, to stockpile earth on the retaining wall and to ensure safety of the
public using the bridge and fulfilled the requirements.
At
the mile post No 389/6, Lt-Gen Kyaw Win and party inspected repairing of road
with heavy machinery and gave necessary instructions.
Lt-Gen
Kyaw Win and party left there and arrived back in Kengtung in the evening. The
114 miles long road has been upgraded into a tarred one. With the emergence of
the new tarred road, it takes two hours and 30 minutes by car from Takaw to
Mongping and about three hours by car from Mongping to Kengtung. This
contributes a lot towards smooth and secure transport.
Lt-Gen
Myint Swe inspects construction tasks at
Yangon,
19 Aug — Lt-Gen Myint Swe of the Ministry of Defence inspected progress of
Accompanied
by Chairman of Yangon Division Peace and Development Council Commander of Yangon
Command Brig-Gen Hla Htay Win, Lt-Gen Myint Swe heard reports on construction of
the approach roads presented by Superintending Engineer (Yangon Division) U Soe
Tint, and progress in construction of the bridge by Senior Engineer U Han Soe.
Lt-Gen
Myint Swe gave instructions on efforts to be made for completion of the
construction tasks meeting the set standards.
Yangon
Division Head U Ohn Han of Directorate of Water Resources and Improvement of
River Systems submitted reports on prevention against bank erosion at Ngamoeyeik
Creek near Thakayta Industrial Zone. Lt-Gen Myint Swe instructed officials to
take preventive measures against bank erosion.
Head
of Engineering Department (Water and Sanitation) Dr Tun Than Tun reported on
maintenance of the roads.
Lt-Gen
Myint Swe gave instructions that roads in Thuwunna and Thakayta are to be
expanded to four-lane roads in conformity with the four-lane
Afterwards,
Lt-Gen Myint Swe inspected construction of the bridge and stockpiling of gravel
for construction of the approach road in Thakayta.
The
bridge linking Thuwunna and Thakayta will be 970 feet long. The 48-foot motor
way will be flanked by six feet wide pedestrian way. Its clearance is 65 feet
wide and 11 feet high. The bridge will withstand 60-ton loads.
Erection
of bored piles were completed. Out of 12 bridge spans, seven spans have been
built with floor. The whole construction tasks have been completed by 80 per
cent. Approach roads on both sides will be 500 feet long. At present, earth
works are being carried out on the approach roads.
Lt-Gen
Myint Swe and the commander arrived at the factory of High Tech Concrete Co Ltd
on
They
inspected bank erosion at Ngamoeyeik Creek near the factory and gave necessary
instructions.
Matters
for holding 14th
Nay
Pyi Taw, 19 Aug—The state/division representatives to the 14th Myanmar
Traditional Cultural Performing Arts Competitions this morning met at the
meeting hall of Ministry of Culture here.
Chairman
of the Leading Committee for holding the 14th Myanmar Traditional Cultural
Performing Arts Competitions Commander of Nay Pyi Taw Command Brig-Gen Wai Lwin
in his speech said that the competitions are held annually to preserve and
safeguard cultural heritage and national character laid down in compliance with
the guidance of the Head of State. As the Union of Myanmar is home to diverse
national races, it is important to ensure perpetually flourishing of Union
Spirit. Holding the competitions further cements national cohesion and helps
Union Spirit flourish.
Due
to the satellites and TVs, the western culture has influenced 75 per cent of the
world population, and that is a challenge to the culture, patriotism and
traditions of the nation.
The
competitions having held annually since 1993 are part of the way of life of
Vice-Chairman-1
of the Leading Committee Minister for Culture Maj-Gen Khin Aung Myint said that
the major purpose of the competition is further flourishing of Union Spirit.
Holding competitions at state and division levels must also reflect the seven
objectives of the competitions, he added.
Vice-Chairman-2
Minister for Information Brig-Gen Kyaw Hsan said that the holding of the
competitions also means carrying out a national duty. Possible future results
are to be taken into consideration in holding competitions important to the
nation and the people. He urged the maestros who have to take responsibilities
for the competitions to gain improvement in form as well as in essence and to
make the competitions popular among the people.
Member
of the Leading Committee Deputy Minister for Hotels and Tourism Brig-Gen Aye
Myint Kyu presided over the second session. Vice-Chairman of the subcommittee
for holding the competitions Director-General of the Fine Arts Department U Ngwe
Tun reported on programmes for the competitions; chairmen of the respective
scrutinizing groups, on categories of the contests; state/division
representatives, on preparations for participation in the competitions; chairmen
of the subcommittees, on work programmes; and those present, on other matters.
Member
of the Leading Committee Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Aye Myint Kyu made the
concluding remarks.
Lt-Gen
Myint Swe places the gem casket at cornerstone for construction of
Yangon,
18 Aug — Lt-Gen Myint Swe of the Ministry of Defence attended the cornerstone
laying ceremony for construction of the building of Myanmar Anti-Narcotics
Association at the site near
Also
present on the occasion were Chairman of Yangon Division Peace and Development
Council Commander of Yangon Command Brig-Gen Hla Htay Win, Chairman of Yangon
City Development Committee Mayor Brig-Gen Aung Thein Lin, Police Brig-Gen Khin
Maung of Myanmar Police Force, Japanese Ambassador Mr Nobutake Odano and embassy
staff, resident representatives and responsible persons of UN agencies,
President of MANA U San Thein and CEC members, departmental officials,
wellwishers and members of social organizations.
First,
the ceremony to lay cornerstone for construction of the building was held.
Lt-Gen
Myint Swe of the Ministry of Defence placed the gem casket at the centre of the
cornerstone.
Next,
Lt-Gen Myint Swe, the commander, the mayor and officials put the jewellery
bricks into the designated places. Lt-Gen Myint Swe placed the stone plaque on
the cornerstones.
Afterwards,
the ceremony to donate cash to the funds for construction of the MANA building
followed. President of the association U San Thein reported on construction of
the building and fund raising matters.
Lt-Gen
Myint Swe accepted K 10 million donated by Central Committee for Drugs Abuse
Control of the Ministry of Home Affairs; and K 15 million by U Maung Maung San,
on behalf of Dr Daw Khin Yi of Shine Hope Co, and presented certificates of
honour to them.
The
commander, the mayor, Police Brig-Gen Khin Maung and MANA President U San Thein
accepted the cash donations from wellwishers.
The
construction of the two-storey building will cost over K 54.9 million. So far,
the association has accepted over K 36.9 million.
Those
wishing to donate cash to the fund may contact Myanmar Anti-Narcotics
Association.
Mines
Minister meets gem entrepreneurs
Nay
Pyi Taw, 19 Aug — Patron of Myanma Gems Emporium Central Committee Minister
for Mines Brig-Gen Ohn Myint met gem entrepreneurs at the Ministry of Mines here
this afternoon.
On
the occasion, the minister said Myanma Gems Enterprise was founded on 1 April
1976 under the Ministry of Mines. After the duty assumptions of the Tatmadaw
government, Myanma Gems Law was promulgated on 29 September, 1995 and Myanma
gems by-law on 4 October, 1995. Under the leadership of the State, Myanmar Gems
Emporiums started in December, 1964 and it has been held for 67 times so far.
Holding the emporium meets success year after year due to more cooperation of
entrepreneurs since 2003.
The
minister quoted Vice-Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council Deputy
Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services Commander-in-Chief (Army) Vice-Senior
General Maung Aye as saying that while he was at Myanmar Convention Centre on 26
May, 2006 where Jade, Gems and Pearl Special Sales would be held from June to
July, he said the Ministry of Mines is to make arrangements for enabling private
companies that are undertaking joint venture tasks with the State, to
participate in the Jade and Gems Special Sales. The companies that cannot take
part in the sales are to review their tasks and they need to carry out necessary
preparedness. Necessary assistance is to be rendered to private gems companies
to manufacture and sell finished jade and gems. Measures are also to be taken
for exhibiting finished jade and gems at international trade fairs. On their
return from the sales abroad, the companies are to make arrangements for
promotion of sales by reviewing the demand of the products. The minister added
that in accord with the instructions, gems companies are to cooperate with the
Ministry of Mines in doing their gem business. In addition, the companies that
fail to sell their products at the gems emporiums will stand less chance in
seeking permission to explore gem blocks.
Moreover,
those companies, cooperative societies and individuals that have been granted
permits to engage in gems mining are not to illegally hand over their plots to
others. They are to strictly abide by the Myanma Gems Law. In his regard, the
Ministry of Mines issued the Notification No 123/99 on 1 October, 1999.
Environmental
conservation is to be considered as a crucial concern in engaging in gems
mining. Gems mining needs to be in line with the prescribed rules and
regulations to avoid deforestation and the silting up of rivers and creeks.
Those
who have been granted permits to engage in gems mining are to follow the
instructions on safety, welfare, health and rule enforcement of workers. In his
regard, the ministry issued the Notification No 121/99 on 4 October, 1999.
In
conclusion, the minister called on officials concerned to make Myanmar Gems
Market kpnown to the world, to strive for development of the gems market in
accord with the Myanma Gems Law, to produce jewellery with the use of modern
techniques rather than uncut gems, statuettes, paintings and personal items and
to constantly study the global gems markets.
He
said gems entrepreneurs would have a chance to meet each other in Nay Pyi Taw
and hold discussions. Later, he urged them to work in the interest of the State
and the people as well as themselves.
Afterwards,
Myanmar Gems Enterprise Managing Director U Thein Swe reported on allotting of
gems blocks, holding of emporium and exporting of finished gems and jewellery.
The entrepreneurs also took part in the discussions and the minister gave a
concluding remark.
Ministry
of Industry-1 holds coordination meeting to review work performance and discuss
future tasks
Nay
Pyi Taw, 19 Aug — Minister for Industry-1 U Aung Thaung delivered an address
at the coordination meeting to review the work performance and to discuss future
tasks of the ministry for 2006-07 at the training hall of the ministry, here,
yesterday morning.
Factory
managers and officials of enterprises and departments reported on their
respective matters. Directors-General and Managing Directors gave supplementary
reports.
Next,
the ceremony to present prizes to outstanding factories followed. The minister
awarded the first prize to Shwedaung Textile and Finishing Plant, the second
prize to Myanmar Pharmaceutical Factory and the joint third prize to Asbestos
Cement Tile Factory (Hmawby) and Footwear Factory No (1), and consolation prizes
to the other factories. Advisers U Kyaw Myint and U Myint Oo presented
outstanding prizes to Win Thuza Shops and factories.
After
attending to the needs, the minister instructed those to abide by policies,
orders and directives of the ministry and supervise manufacturing of quality
products.
Greening
and sanitation tasks carried out in Shwepyitha Township
Yangon,
19 Aug — Yangon Division Maternal and Child Welfare Supervisory Committee
organized a ceremony to undertake greening tasks and carry out sanitation at No
4 Basic Education High School in
Chairperson
of the Supervisory Committee Daw Mar Mar Wai reported on greening and hygienic
tasks. The commander, the joint-secretary of Yangon City Development Committee
and the chairperson of the supervisory committee presented sanitary equipment to
chairperson of the Ward/Village MCWA branches.
Chairperson
Daw Mar Mar Wai accepted 514 membership applications from
Head
of Yangon Division Health Department Dr Hla Myint presented educative posters to
Shwepyitha Township MCWA Chairperson Daw Khin Moe Moe.
After
the ceremony, the commander and wife planted Gangaw trees (Mesua ferrea) in the
compound of the school. They inspected sanitary latrines, physic nut plantations
and sanitation tasks in Zigon Village of Shwepyitha Township.
Foreign
Minister sends felicitations to
Nay
Pyi Taw, 20 Aug— U Nyan Win, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Union of
Myanmar, has sent a message of felicitations to His Excellency Mr Kinga Goncz,
Minister for Foreign Affairs of the
Health
Minister leaves for
Nay
Pyi Taw, 19 Aug — A Myanmar delegation led by Minister for Health Dr Kyaw
Myint left here by air yesterday morning to attend the 24th ASEAN Health
Ministers Meeting to be held on 20 and 21 August and the 59th Regional
Committee’s Meeting to be held from 22 to 25 August in Dhaka, the Republic of
Bangladesh.
The
delegation was seen off at
The
delegation also includes Deputy Director-General U Than Aung of Medical Research
Department (
Self
reliant new school building handed over in Pinlaung
Yangon,
19 Aug — A ceremony to hand over self reliant new building for
At
the ceremony, responsible persons explained the purpose of donation, and handed
over documents of the new building to Headmistress Daw Aye Aye Win. The
headmistress also accepted K 1.7 million donated by wellwishers. The building is
60 feet long and 30 feet wide and cost K 6 million.
Pinlaung
Township Union Solidarity and Development Association, Women’s Affairs
Organization, Maternal and Child Welfare Association and Village Peace and
Development Council presented K 50,000 and publications for the village self
reliant library to a responsible person.
Stationery
provided for Pandapwint Hill monastic education school
Nay
Pyi Taw, 19 Aug — In memory of late father U Myat Soe, U Myint Soe-Daw Mya Mya
Soe and family of Kamayut Township offered ‘soon’ to the Presiding Sayadaw
of Pandapwint Hill Tawya Sasana region who is also Principal of Pandapwint Hill
monastic education school, Saddhamma Jotikadhaja Bhaddanta Paññasara, members
of the Sangha and nuns and donated stationery to the monastic education school
this morning.
On
behalf of wellwisher Bandoola U Shwe, U Aung Thwin also donated seven sets of
Buddhism treatise to the Sayadaw.
Teachers,
students donate cash and kind
Yangon,
19 Aug — A ceremony to donate robes, cash and kind to participate in the robes
and alms donation ceremony to be organized by 9900 Lights Offering Association
for members of the Sangha and nuns from villages of the Singu, NyaungU Township,
Mandalay Division, was held at No 2 Basic Education High School in Dagon Myothit
(South) Township on 17 August.
Patron
of the association U Soe Win and Chairman U Bo Kyi explained the purpose of the
donations.
Later,
the patron and executives of the association accepted cash and kind donated by
the teachers and the students.
School
Health Week launched in Mayangon
Yangon,
19 Aug — No 14 Basic Education Primary School in
It
was attended by Yangon Division USDA Executive Daw Thin Thin Moe,
District/Township USDA members, the Chairman of the School Board of Trustees and
members, members of social organizations and the headmistress, teachers and
students.
First,
Ward 2 USDA provided refresh-ments and medicines, inspected personel hygiene of
the students and carried out school sanitation collectively.
At
the ceremony, responsible persons accepted K 693,000 donated by District and
Township USDAs, and wellwishers.
