ELECTION: Application for formation of political party submitted ...UEC Chairman meets Shan State/ District/Township/Ward/ Village-tract subcommissions.... OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: PM: government doing everything possible for smooth transport to put an end to distant relations among brethren due to natural barriers:Hinthada-Zalun section of Hinthada-Danubyu-Sakkawt (Nyaungdon) Railroad inaugurated...Deputy Foreign Minister arrives back from Thailand...GIS and Remote Sensing for enthusiasts...Good news for liver patients...Sports Minister receives ROK guests.... "PERSPECTIVES": "Disseminate health knowledge to rural regions".... ARTICLE: "Natyaykan: Education opportunity for needy children in Lashio" Article & photo: Yamanya Thwe Mon