DOMESTIC NEWS: 1.Speedy completion of Manipura Multipurpose Dam Project urged; 2.PM receives Chinese guests; 3.Promotion of efficiency of USDA members; 4.Information Minister receives guests; 5.Appointment of Ambassador agreed on; 6.Yangon Mayor receives Chinese guests; 7.Myanmar-China Border Trade Fair-2004 opens; 8.Chinese delegation arrives; 9.ASEAN Open Optimist C?ship concludes; 10.Myanmar to host ASEAN Tourism Forum 2006; 11.Minister inspects printing presses; 12.USDA CEC Member tours Kayah State; 13.YMCA hosts X?mas dinner; 14.Workshop on Development of National Chemical Profile held; 15.School buildings handed over; 16.Commander inspects construction of bridges in Myaungmya District; 17.Traditional Medicines and Medical Equipment Exhibition continues; 18.Myeik Open Golf Championship concludes..."PERSPECTIVES": "Strive for speedy completion of river water pumping stations"(page 2)...FEATURE:" A world-class recreation centre"(page 7)