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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor discusses remedies to
lessen COVID-19 impacts on economy...No new case of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 16 June, total figure remains at 262...Construction ministry draws lots on rental units for retired civil service staff...Renovation of Bogyoke Aung San Museum set to be complete by end-June...COVID-19 committee honours volunteers, CSOs in Magway...MoSWRR implements COVID-19 preventive measures in Kachin, Rakhine...Fewer number buys damage insurance among over 6 mln motorcyclists...25,000-acre monsoon paddy to be grown in Naga self-administered zone...Narcotic drugs seized in Maungtaw...Coronavirus Fund grants about K50 bln
for over 2,000 businesses - By Nyein Nyein...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Tuesday 16th June, 2020) ...Invitation to young writers for Sunday Special...Republic of the Union of Myanmar
Office of the President Press Release 23/2020...Unregistered SIM cards to be deactivated as from 1 July...Govt holds COVID-19 coordination with RCSS.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Union minister discusses labour affairs with ROK Ambassador...Myanmar citizens from foreign countries brought back home by special flight...Restriction on entry visa for foreign travellers extended until 30 June...Public sector manufacturing exports down by $388 mln as of 5 June - By Nyein Nyein...644 migrant workers return from Thailand via Myawady
border bridge on 16 June...Myanmar foreign trade value
hits 25 bln in Oct-May...AFF postpones futsal championship to 2021.....OPINION: "Safety must come first in reopening domestic travel destinations".....ARTICLE: "ICAEW: Most SEA economies to fall into recession in the
first half of 2020, but GDP growth to rebound in 2021" - Oxford Economics..."More than 100 cases in new Beijing COVID-19 outbreak: WHO" - AFP ..."US$ 3.4 billion of FDI pumped into Myanmar in
current FY" - By Kyaw Htike Soe..."An inclusive and diverse
workplace keeping everyone connected" - By CBO, Daw Yin Yin
Htay @ Caroline
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DOMESTIC NEWS: We have successfully overcome the first COVID
wave. We estimate that the second wave will be more difficult. No matter what, hope for the best and prepare for the worst: State Counsellor...One new case of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 15 June, total figure reaches 262...Announcement on Extension of the Precautionary Restriction Measures Relating to Control of the COVID-19 Pandemic until 30 June 2020...MoE, EU discuss coordination in education sector...MoI, MoNREC, MoHT to hold press briefings on 17 June...MoSWRR distributes healthcare items at IDP camps in Shan, Rakhine states...One more COVID-19 case on 15 June, total figure reaches 262...“People are the key” Promulgating Ordinance on Union Taxation Law...MoUGO, MoC, CBM hold press briefings on 4th-year performances...MR reschedules service plans during COVID-19...Detonators, drugs seized in three Mandalay townships...Tachilek Tsp police confiscate over 6 mln illegal tablets...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Office of the President Order 18/2020...President’s Office continues announcement of illegal drug arrests, seizures action on tip-offs...Appointment of Ambassador agreed on...General Aung San Shield 2020 set to restart on 16 July...Yangon United donate K1 mln to
family of late coach Aye San.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Road safety council meets for UN Regulation on safety requirements of helmet...YUDE to open two fully online certificate courses...506 migrant workers return from Thailand through Myawady border on 15 June...Myanmar’s exports top $12 bln as of 5 June...Myanmar’s exports top $12 bln as of 5 June...CBM buys $12 mln within 2 weeks to control forex market...FDI inflows exceed $22
bln over four years under incumbent government - By Nyein Nyein.....OPINION: "Be proactive in cracking down on sales of
banned agro chemicals to save farmland, people from risks".....ARTICLE: "Coronavirus: latest global developments" - AFP..."The Human Resource (HR) Management in COVID-19 Pandemic Era" - (Dr.Than Lwin Tun, May Thazin, Honey Soe)..."COVID-19 Vaccines & Treatments: Who Owns the Rights?" - By P. Kandiah and Geetha Kandiah..."Elephant riding tour to be
arranged near Mandalay" - (Translated by Aung Khin)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: No new case of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 14 June, total figure remains at 261...MoC holds virtual meeting on securing quality of infracture projects...Kachin State IDPs relocated to Panwa
low-cost housing units...“People are the key” COVID-19 committee honours volunteers, philanthropic orgs in Bago...COVID-19 preventive measures implemented in Kawthoung...Government continues repatriating Myanmar citizens during COVID-19...RTAD notifies de-registration of modified vehicles on slip returns before fiscal year-end...Heroin confiscated in Hsenwi Township...Myanmar Gazette
Appointment of Permanent Secretary...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Ministry of Health and Sports Order 66/2020...Fixtures released for Myanmar National League 2020...Keeper San Satt Naing says ‘I’m happy to land on the pitch again’ .....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Special flight arrives in Yangon with WHO medical supplies, experts for fight against COVID-19...600 migrant workers return from Thailand via Myawady border on 14 June...Over 10,000 Myanmar migrant workers sent back home via Lashio...Over 1.9 mln broiler chicks permitted to import within 2 months: MLF...Myanmar’s exports to Hong Kong surpass import in current FY...Hotels tourism sector attacks K180 bln investment in H1 2019-2020FY...Singapore FDI tops $920 mln in Oct-May period...The ASEAN Secretariat Invites Nationals from Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand and Viet Nam to apply for the following post: Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for Community and Cooperate Affairs.....OPINION: "Focus on planting
trees taking advantage of monsoon rain to save our environment".....ARTICLE: "Cutting-edge technology connecting fans and virus-affected sports" - SOURCE: Kyodo..."Post-COVID - 19: Live and let live with Betel Quid" - By Sayar Mya (MOFA)..."Towards
Lawpita" - By Maung Tha (Archaeology)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Those who come into the country illegally, those who receive them knowingly, and those who cover up will be dealt with
strictly and severely according to the law: State Counsellor...No new case of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 13 June, total figure remains at 261...Union Minister Thura U Aung Ko inspects conservation measures in Bagan...Shan State gains momentum for infrastructural development...Notification on COVID-19 prevention in IDP camps...“People are the key” Volunteers, CSOs in Sagaing, Mandalay honoured for COVID-19 works...MoC has purchased 39,000 tonnes of emergency reserved rice until 12 June...Hotels in Chin State to reopen in next week of June...Express bus passengers drop to one fifth during pandemic...Kayin State Chief Minister inspects preparedness for
schools reopening...MoUGO, MoC, CBM to hold press conferences
on 15 June...Correction...Bagan lacquerware college to conduct
free vocational training courses...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Saturday 13th June, 2020)...Invitation to young
writers for Sunday Special...TCP Group donates over 25 million MMK
to Ministry of Health and Sports and We Love Yangon Charity for COVID-19 relief...Rakhine United to sign more local and
foreign players...Sunday Comics.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: MoTC extends international passenger flight restriction until 30 June...ITC border trade hits K29 bln in 7 months of this FY...775 migrant workers return from Thailand through Myawady border on 13 June...Myanmar Lethwei matches planned to be held worldwide.....OPINION: "Keep on practising physical distancing to make public places safer".....ARTICLE: "India and Myanmar explore collaboration opportunities in women entrepreneurship and sustainable livelihoods" - Asian News International..."A delivery service, extending image in
metropolis Yangon" - By Swe Oo Wai..."River of Life" - By Zaw Naing..."Teaching" - By Lynn Thant Kyaw, Final year (History)
West Yangon University..." The win, I feel guilty" - By Johnathan Tun..."Challenges for hand-made products from rural areas" - By Nat Ye Hla..."The Kangaroo Man" - By Maung Nyein Lu..."Alone Time" - By Htar Sandi Naing 3rd Year Honours, English Specialization, University of Yangon.
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor holds videoconference
with pioneers combatting COVID...Film sub-committee discusses centenary entertainment works...One new case of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 12 June, total figure reaches 261...MoE, MoSWRR, MoEA and Nay Pyi Taw Council hold press briefings on the 4th-year performances...Tatmadaw donates foodstuff to Myanmar Sports Media Federation...Ygn-Chengdu-Ygn first relief flight to start on 22 June...Well-wishers continue donations to COVID-19 central committee...One more COVID-19 case on 12 June, total figure reaches 261...Notification on COVID-19 prevention in IDP camps...Notification on overcoming anxiety during COVID-19...Correction...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Friday 12th June, 2020)...Business Plan Contest
2020 to be held in July: DICA reports - By Nyein Nyein...Myanmar’s football star Aye San passes away.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: ASEAN, China launch digital economy cooperation year...Myanmar citizens from Philippines brought back home by special flight...UEC demonstrates voting process with COVID guidelines...Local, foreign business firms create over 500,000 jobs - By Nyein Nyein...Monthly report of the Central Statistical Organization on export/import of Myanmar (from Oct- April 2019-2020FY)...823 Myanmar migrant workers return from Thailand on 12 June...Myanmar signs up to key international convention on minimum
working age ahead of the World Day Against Child Labour...KOICA supports 210,000 USD worth of vegetable seed kits and COVID-19 healthcare materials to MoALI...Myanmar’s jade export tops $420
mln in 8 months of this FY..."Manufacturing sector attracts
more foreign enterprises" - By Nyein Nyein...$7 mln worth 3 foreign projects, K1 bln domestic proposal granted: YRIC.....OPINION: "Priority should be given to ban electrofishing".....ARTICLE: "Still much to learn about new coronavirus: WHO"..."Mount Popa Geopark and Its Aesthetic Values" - By Than Htun (Myanmar Geosciences Society)..."Twantay known as Dala fort still preserves ancient
cultural heritages" - By Htut Htut (Twantay)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Just as there is nothing as wideranging as COVID, there is also nothing as narrow in scope as COVID: State Counsellor...Myanmar brings home 149 nationals stranded abroad...Irrawaddy Green Towers donates electric generator,
cash to medical research department...“People are the key”
MoHS, medical professionals discuss COVID-19 surgical safety...Union Minister Dr Win Myat Aye talks on resettlement of IDPs in Kachin State...NCA-S EAOs hold press conference on preparations for 4th Union Peace Conference...12 new positive cases of COVID-19 reported on 11 June...Supplies reach IDP camps, safe shelters
for measures against COVID-19...Govt buys over 34,000 tonnes of reserved rice as of 11 June: MRF...Yangon govt to sell over 30 land plots in 5 townships - By Nyein Nyein...YCDC to control squatting vendors in public places...Mango growers change species to
meet market demand...Heads of Service Organizations transferred,
confirmed and appointed...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Thursday 11th June, 2020)...MFF provides foodstuffs to players, staff for second time .....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Union ministries discuss National Tourism Guidelines for COVID-19 Safe Services...41 Myanmar migrant workers return home via Kawthoung border on 10 June...MoHT discusses tourism plans with JICA...670 migrant workers come back home from Thailand via Myawady border on 11 June...Sino-Myanmar trade grows from May-end...3 ASEAN countries propose to buy Myanmar’s rice: MoC.....OPINION: "Launching domestic travel with national health guidelines should open door to
jump-start tourism with regional countries".....ARTICLE: "COVID-19: Protect children from child labour, now more than ever" - SOURCE: AFP..."Virus fallout takes heavy toll on young workers" - AFP
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Republic of the Union of Myanmar National-Level Central Committee for Prevention, Control and Treatment of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID- 19) Announcement...Because of COVID, we are encountering many things to think about and to learn on a daily basis: State Counsellor...Film sub-committees discuss preparations for centenary celebration...MoEA, MoE, MoSWRR, Nay Pyi Taw Council to hold press conference on 12 June...Myanmar COVID-19 figure reaches 248 after two new cases reported on 10 June...UEC discusses COVID-19 preventive measures for 2020 General Election...Union Education Minister holds talks on school reopening plans...Shan state food supply committee provides foodstuffs for ethnic organizations...Over 16,000 lamp posts targeted to install in Mandalay: MCDC...Armed robbers make off with K180 mln from Sittway KBZ bank...Domestic investments top K1,200 bln in eight
months - By Nyein Nyein...MoRAC, MoTC hold press briefings on their 4th–year performances...10 Myanmar seamen kept under
quarantine in Kawthoung hotel...Two new cases of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 10 June, total figure reaches 248...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Wednesday 10th June, 2020)...Invitation to young writers for Sunday Special...Myanmar National League scheduled to resume on 16 July.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: UNICEF supplies for COVID-19 measures arrive in Yangon...The ASEAN Secretariat Invites Nationals from Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand and Viet Nam to apply for the following post: Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for Community and Cooperate Affairs...ASEAN Social Welfare and Development Ministers hold virtual meeting...Sending of Myanmar labour abroad expected to turn normal in 2021...Myanmar’s corn exports to Thailand exceed 1.2 mln tonnes in Oct-May...994 Myanmar migrant workers return from Thailand via Myawady.....OPINION: " Act now to hold safe 2020 General Election".....ARTICLE: "Mount Popa Geopark and Its Aesthetic Values" - By Than Htun (Myanmar Geosciences Society)..."BOARD STRUCTURE FOR CRISES TIMES:
A CHANGE OF ROLES" - By: Cherry Trivedi, Aung Myat Khaing and Benedikt Bevec
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor holds videoconference to
discuss relief aid for grassroots people with irregular incomes...Two new cases of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 9 June, total figure reaches 246...ACC holds virtual workshop on corruption risk assessment...ARMAC holds 12th steering committee meeting...Union Minister Dr Win Myat Aye discusses gender perspective for COVID-19 rehabilitation period...Republic of the Union of Myanmar
Office of the President Press Release 22/2020...One Tatmadaw officer confirmed positive for COVID-19...IDP camps, temporary shelters
in Rakhine receive supplies for measures against COVID-19...Myanmar COVID-19 figure reaches 246 after two new cases reported on 9 June...Banana growers face price drop as coronavirus hovers...Hotels in Bagan likely to reopen in first week of July...Four drinking water ponds dug in Dala Tsp...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Ministry of Electricity and Energy Public notification...Invitation to young writers for Sunday
Special...MPT Freestyle Football Challenge to conclude on 12 June.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar seamen from Philippines brought back home by special flight...MoHT unveils COVID-19 relief plan to restart tourism industry...Exports to Japan exceed $800 mln in H1 2019-2020FY...Myanmar-ROK trade nears $590 mln in H1 2019-2020FY...FDI up over $1 bln in eight months (Oct-May) - By Nyein Nyein.....OPINION: "Grab agro export opportunities by shifting to modern farming".....ARTICLE: "COVID-19 pandemic drives broadest economic collapse in 150 years: World Bank"..."The Number of Banking Executives Saying New Technologies Will Drive Global Banking Rises by 57% in a Year, Reveals Economist Intelligence Unit Report Released by Temenos" - AFP
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Not to get the COVID, is to distance ourselves
from infected persons; this is the first thing we learnt regarding COVID: State Counsellor...Two new cases of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 8 June, total figure reaches 244...“People are the key”...VP U Henry Van Thio discusses post-COVID activities for PWDs...Two new cases of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 8 June, total figure reaches 244...Myanmar COVID-19 cases reach 244 as two more cases reported on 8 June 2020...OAGU, MOEE, MOBA hold press briefings in Nay Pyi Taw...DoC to deactivate unregistered SIM cards next month...Price drops by K20,000 three weeks after reopening gold market - By Nyein Nyein...Appointment of Ambassador agreed on...Invitation to young writers for Sunday Special...MFF’s Finance & Market-Seeking Committee holds meeting (1/2020).....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: China makes fourth donation against COVID-19 to Myanmar...Korean relief flight brings 170 Myanmar citizens to home...946 migrant workers return from Thailand through Myawady border on 8 June...High transport charges, weak Yuan plunge green gram, sesame prices...Myanmar’s mango market sees losses amid 30% drop in China’s fruit demand...Exports of cattle, animal products down by $236.25 mln in current FY.....OPINION: "Confronting double disasters with effective preparedness".....ARTICLE: "Global cooperation urgently needed as COVID-19 cases worldwide top 7 mln" -
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Special Flight arrives in Yangon with WHO
medical supplies for fight against COVID-19...“People are the key” Construction Ministry to reduce toll collections on some motorways...Volunteers, philanthropic groups assisting
in COVID-19 measures honoured...LNG to Power
projects successfully underway...Myanmar COVID-19 figure reaches 242 after two positive cases on 7 June...COVID-19 Call
Centre opens daily...Two new cases of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 7 June, total figure reaches 242...Two new cases of COVID-19 on 7 June 2020: Updated at 8 pm...Myanmar seamen brought home on special flight...1,635 migrant workers return home via Myawady border on 7 June...149 migrant workers sent back home via Taunggyi
after 21-day quarantine...Over 120 coronavirus-hit businesses receive loan in Mandalay Region...260 Myanmar migrant workers
come back home via Lashio...Dr. KHIN MAUNG SWE
Dy. Chairman, Myanmar Academy of Technology
Mathematics Professor (Retired)
(National Literary Award).....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar, Chinese leaders exchange congratulatory messages on 70th Anniversary of diplomatic relations...Pigeon peas fetch good price as
India demand rises...Export rice price shows slight increase in May against previous months...Trade deficit widens to $1.6 bln as of 29 May.....OPINION: "Don’t disregard potential dangers from lightning; stay safe in rainy season".....ARTICLE: "Carry forward the fine traditions of the past 70 years, Build a China-Myanmar community with a shared future" - By H.E. Mr. Chen Hai, Chinese Ambassador to Myanmar..."Makyongalet Village of Salon ethnic and Lampi
Marine National Park" - By Maung Tha (Archaeology)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: 4 new cases of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 6 June, total figure reaches 240...MoC organizes corn cultivation development forum in Nay Pyi Taw...Construction Minister views development undertakings in Rakhine...Anti-corruption body takes legal actions
against two forest officers...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...“People are the key” Union Information Minister inspects MoI branches in Yangon...1,784 Myanmar returnees arrive back home through Myawady border on 6 June...Eindu-Zarthabyin road section promotes transportation efficiency in lower Myanmar states...DHF outbreak increases in five months of this year...All significant pagodas in Taunggyi to close until 15 June - By Nyein Nyein...Endorsement of Myanmar Standards Adoption...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Saturday 6th June, 2020)...Invitation to young
writers for Sunday Special...Yoma Bank Protects Thousands of
its Employees through Prudential Myanmar’s Group Life Insurance Plan...Sunday Comics.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: 170 Myanmar migrant workers return home through Kawthoung border crossing...Sino-Myanmar bilateral trade tops $6.4 bln in H1 2019-2020FY...German-Myanmar bilateral trade nears $400 mln in H1 2019-2020FY...Thai-Myanmar border trade reaches $2.7 bln in this FY...World Cup Qualifiers: Myanmar team’s matches to be held in October.....OPINION: "Returnees are systematically being brought back home amid coronavirus pandemic ".....ARTICLE: "Are Human COVID-19 Vaccine Trials Useful?" - By William A Haseltine..."Patient Safety in Health Care" - By Lokethar..."COVID19: Emerging Trends in International Relations and Diplomacy" - By Aye Thandar Soe (MOFA)..."Construction of two major bridges in Taninthayi Region nears completion" - By Kyaw Htike Soe..."The contributions of Technology in the Sector of Education" - By Thu Naung Kyaw
(Hledan) Dip. in English (YUFL)..."An Instructor?" - By Edu Lin B.Ed, S.I.O.E ..."Should't we build up a society free from biased judgements?" - By May Thu Htay 2nd year Honours Student,
English Specialization, University of Yangon..."Chin State sees potential for development ofmithun (Gayals) cattle farming, tourism" - By Kyaw Zeya..."Messages from the Animal World" - By Ma Su (Anthro) BA (Eng), MA (TEFL), Diploma in Anthropology...:"Myanmar, A Lovely Village" - By U Thein Aye
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor discusses preparations
made for mobilizing volunteers...No new case of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 5 June, total figure remains at 236...Union Information Minister discusses development of Myanmar film industry, preparations for its centenary celebration...MoHS holds talks on motions approved at Pyithu Hluttaw...Manipulating video about AA terrorist news goes viral online...SWRR Ministry donates more COVID-19 aid to IDP camps...Endorsement of Myanmar Standards Adoption...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 4:00 pm Friday 05th June, 2020)...Invitation to young writers for Sunday Special...Well-wishers continue donation to COVID-19 Committee...Ancient Cannons of Yadanabon era
in Mandalay...Thet Htar Thuzar shares her
self-training experience to fans.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: ASEAN convenes special tourism meeting on COVID-19...Relief flight brings back 133 Myanmar citizens to home on 5 June...“People are the key” State Counsellor discusses preparations made for mobilizing volunteers...UEC ponders increasing polling stations to curb COVID-19 during elections...41 Myanmar citizens repatriated from Nepal by military aircraft...ASEAN Committee on Disaster Management meets online for rehabilitation works...Japan-Myanmar sign exchange of notes on economic, social development programme...Black bean, pigeon pea prices slightly up because of foreign demand - By Nyein Nyein...Trading resumes in Maungtaw border...Coronavirus Fund loans over K12 bln to 376 hotels, tourism enterprises - By Nyein Nyein...Myanmar-China association donates disinfection channels to YCDC...1,190 Myanmar workers return from Thailand via border bridge on 5 June...Illegal drug production gear seized in Tachilek.....OPINION: "People’s participation is a must to overcome challenges ahead".....ARTICLE: "Ban Ki-Moon: The Lesson from COVID-19 is that We Need
More, Not Less, Global Cooperation | Opinion" - BY Mr. BAN KI-MOON..."Supporting MSMEs vital to economic recovery
in backdrop of pandemic" - By Sayar Mya (MOFA)..."World famous Myanmar primates from Bahin area" - By Mann Thit Nyein (Archaeology)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: National Literary Award 2019 committee holds first meeting...Tatmadaw holds 8th coordination meeting for measures against COVID-19...Union Government to hold press conferences on 4th-year performance...Schedule for press conferences on the Union
Government’s fourth-year performance...Myanmar film industry’s centenary committees discuss detailed planning...Three new cases of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 4 June, total figure reaches 236...Myanmar COVID-19 figure reaches 236 after 3 reported cases on 4 June...Supplies reach IDP camps in Rakhine, Shan for measures against COVID-19...Endorsement of Myanmar Standards Adoption...RTAD to resume its operation on 8 June...Melon farmers plan to grow other crops in next season...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Office of the President Order 17/2020 14th Waxing of Nayon, 1382 ME 4 June 2020...Republic of the Union of Myanmar
The Bar Council Announcement No. 1/2020 14th Waxing of Nayon, 1382 ME (4 June 2020)...Myanmar football stars share work
out experiences to their fans.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Republic of the Union of Myanmar Message of Greetings sent by President U Win Myint on the Anniversary of World Environment Day 2020 (5 June 2020)...95 Myanmar citizens arrive back from Germany...Union Minister U Thaung Tun participates in Special ASEAN Economic Ministers Meeting and ASEAN+3 Economic Ministers Meeting on COVID-19 Response...1,204 migrant workers return from Thailand through Myawady border on 4 June...S’pore Uni Myanmar Society donates masks...RG Logistics launches multimodal transport services...Export to China drops this FY amid coronavirus
pandemic.....OPINION: "Addressing environmental issues called key to preventing effects of climate change on biodiversity".....ARTICLE: "Nayon, the Month of the Festival of Religious Examinations" - By Dr. Khin Maung Nyunt (Maha Saddhamma Jotika Dhaja Sithu)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: You are the best protector against COVID:
State Counsellor...One new case of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 3 June, total figure reaches 233...VP U Henry Van Thio chairs intellectual property central committee meeting...One more imported case makes Myanmar COVID-19 figure 233 on 3 June...“People are the key”
VP U Myint Swe presides over 73rd Anniversary Martyrs’ Day
organizing committee meeting...Well-wishers donate lab equipment to COVID-19 central committee...Union Minister participates in COVID Action Platform Global Leaders Virtual Meeting...Isolated female ‘Burmese Roofed Turtle’ surprises conservationists by laying fertile eggs...Over 1,000 businesses get K37 bln from Coronavirus Fund
- By Nyein Nyein...Online booking needed to apply for RTAD service...Affordable housing complex sold for retired civilian
service personnel in Nay Pyi Taw...Red Cross organizations provide
aids for IDPs in Chin State...More than 190,000 Rohu fingerlings released into Inn Ye Gyi Inn...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Wednesday 03rd June, 2020)...Invitation to young
writers for Sunday Special...Phone Myint Kyaw stands atop at Chinese
8 Ball tourney.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: 1,493 migrant workers return from Thailand through Myawady border on 3 June...India-Myanmar border trade plunges in current fiscal year...Regional trade exceeds $6.9 bln in H1 2019-2020FY: MoC report.....OPINION: "Adapting to new normal is best way to cope with stress from COVID-19".....ARTICLE: "How the Coronavirus is changing working styles in Japan"..."Fast-Changing E-Commerce Trends In A Pandemic"
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DOMESTIC NEWS: 4 new cases of COVID-19 in Myanmar on 2 June, total figure reaches 232...Union Minister Dr Win Myat Aye chairs UEHRD committee meeting...Myanmar COVID-19 tally reaches 232 with 4 new cases reported on 2 June...Supreme Court Bar Council to hold elections in August...UEC discusses designations of constituencies, polling stations for 2020 General Election...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Office of the President Press Release 21/2020...Additional statistical bulletin on drug seizures, acting on information...JPN govt provides 5 bln JPY low-cost financing to SMEs amidst COVID-19 pandemic loss...Correction...Shop owners hope for fully reopening of Central Sanpya Fish Market...Black bean price drops by K30,000 per tonne in May-end...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Tuesday 02nd June, 2020)...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Tuesday 02nd June, 2020)...Invitation to young writers for Sunday Special...COVID-19 preventive supplies reach Kachin, Shan IDP camps...51 Myanmar seafarers receive COVID free certificates...MFF plans to organize futsal knock-out cup 2020.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: State Counsellor holds videoconference with Myanmar ambassadors who helped in repatriating Myanmar citizens...EU Myan Ku Fund distributes K1 bln to about 13,000 garment workers - By Nyein Nyein...Stock trading value on YSX surges to K1.2 billion in May...Hteekhee border trade falls by $372.87 mln as of 15 May...Rails from Japan unloaded for Ygn-Mdy railway upgrading project...AFC to convene MAs’ & RAs’
General Secretaries’ Online Conference.....OPINION: "Act now to ensure full voting in 2020 General Election".....ARTICLE: "Let's embrace the New Normal way of life" - By Khin Maung Myint..."YRTA extends exempt-period for management charges on YBS buses until 30 June" - By Nyein Nyein..."Thilawa SEZ to manufacture new Japanese autos before long" - By Zin Lin Myint..."PropertyGuru, Shwe Property
join forces for Myanmar’s most prestigious real estate honours" - Translated by Htut Htut (Twantay)
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYITHU HLUTTAW: Pyithu Hluttaw decides not to recall its Speaker through majority votes...AMYOTHA HLUTTAW: Amyotha Hluttaw concludes 16th regular session after 6 meetings...OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: In the post COVID period, I hope with the strength of the people, our country will become more united and stronger: State Counsellor...“People are the key"...Union Supreme Court passes judgements on appeal cases, hears special civil appeal cases...Four Defence Services personnel test positive for COVID-19 in YGN...Myanmar COVID-19 figure reaches 228 as 4 more cases reported on 1 June...4 new cases of COVID-19 at 8 pm, 1 June 2020...80,000 companies register via MyCO in two years: DICA - By Nyein Nyein...Garment manufacturers show enthusiasm to
turn to mask, PPE production...COVID-19 aid reach Shan,
Rakhine IDP camps...MCDC to sell over 500 affordable apartments
through drawing-lots system...Strong wind affects over 10,000 in Magway in April-May...Myanmar Gazette Heads of service
organizations appointed...President’s Office continues
announcement of illegal drug arrests, seizures action on tip-offs.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: 83 citizens repatriated from Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea...Notification to MSMEs negatively affected by COVID-19 prevention measures...MoPFI discusses economic relief loan with IMF...UNICEF supported vaccines, test kits arrive in Myanmar...Exports exceed $11 bln as of 15 May...The ASEAN Regional Mine Action Centre (ARMAC) invites ASEAN Nationals to apply for the following position...WLC YouTube Channel to relay best bouts every Monday in June.....OPINION: "People should not only stay at home but physically distance with one another whenever in public, a new phenomenon - 'New Normal' culture ahead".....ARTICLE: "Coronavirus: latest global developments" ..."Tackling Myanmar’s climate crisis with solar" - By Athira Nortajuddin
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Special flight arrives in Yangon with WHO
medical supplies for fight against COVID-19...No new COVID-19 cases on 31 May, total figure remains at 224...Security forces reclaim
Paletwa strategic locations from AA...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...“People are the key” Construction Minister inspects infrastructure buildings in Mandalay, Kayah...Public guidelines on dangers of earthquake...Mandalay reopens highway buses to states/regions...Mandalay warehouses receive 60,000 bags of reserved rice so far...Narcotic drugs seized in three townships...93 Mandalarian businesses to get coronavirus loan...Myanmar to take action against illegal fishing starting from 1 June...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Sunday 31st May, 2020)...Invitation to young writers for Sunday Special...MFF to have new plan for football management.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Sixth batch of Myanmar citizens repatriated from Singapore...Sino-Myanmar border trade drops, down by $162.6 mln as of 15 May...Fruit exports to China now permitted through Lwejel, Kampaiti...International community rallies to support open research and science to fight COVID-19...Phone Myint Kyaw faces
loss to Chu Bing Jie in 7th match....OPINION: "Being prepared for disaster a civic duty".....ARTICLE: "Race for vaccine tests limits of drug innovation" - By Kelly Macnamara with Issam Ahmed, AFP..."Pindaya, the lovely Danu’s City (2)" - By Thiha, the Traveller @ Thiha Lulin
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYIDAUNGSU HLUTTAW: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw approves loans from EDCF, IDA, ADB on final day of 16th regular session.....OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: COVID-19 in Myanmar: One new case on 29 May, total figure reaches 207...MoPFI discusses ADB loans for COVID-19...Union Information Minister inspects MoI works in Nay Pyi Taw council area...Further Extension of Temporary Measures at Yangon International Airport....MAI relief flight brings back 188 Myanmar citizens on 29 May...MoHT discusses mission shift to better service...Public donations made to COVID-19 central committee...AA launches large-scale attack in Yathedaung Tsp...MoTC plans to upgrade Nyaung-U, Thandwe aerodromes...Govt buys 2,200-tonne reserved rice in May - By Nyein Nyein...Action taken against petrol stations because of incompatible quality...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Friday 29th May, 2020)...One more COVID-19 case on 29 May,
total tally reaches 207...MFF president donates
cash, goods to IDPs.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: State Counsellor holds talks with overseeing authorities on returnees from Thailand...Union Minister U Thaung Tun meets with foreign Chambers of Commerce to discuss government leadership in response to COVID-19...World Environment Day 2020: ECD to organize online quiz competition...Yangon University conducts EUfunded energy sector project...Union Minister U Thaung Tun meets with foreign Chambers of Commerce to discuss government leadership in response to COVID-19...Australian PanAust Co gets licence for Wuntho 3 exploration in Sagaing Region - By Nyein Nyein...YRIC clears two projects creating over 2,900 expected jobs...MFF to select new technical director from foreign candidates.....OPINION: "Time to prepare to mitigate COVID-19 impact on women".....ARTICLE: "Germany's virus 'guru' in crosshairs of lockdown critics"..."Labour Protection in Labour Intensive Industries" -By Lokethar..."Ancient Portuguese Church in Thanlyin" - By Maung Tha (Archaeology)
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYIDAUNGSU HLUTTAW: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw focuses financial sectors in 6th-day meeting...PYITHU HLUTTAW: Pyithu Hluttaw raises asterisked questions to ministries...AMYOTHA HLUTTAW: Amyotha Hluttaw MPs raise queries to MoHA, MoE.....OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: Republic of the Union of Myanmar Announcement of National-Level Central Committee for Prevention, Control and Treatment of COVID-19...The current relaxation of restrictions resulted from support given to COVID prevention efforts; to gain victory over COVID, please
continue giving help by maintaining discipline: State Counsellor...Republic of the Union of Myanmar National Reconciliation and Peace Centre Chairperson and State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s message of congratulations to KNU/KNLA Peace Council Chairman General Saw Htot Lay and the KNU/KNLA Peace Council...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Ministry of Health and Sports Order No. 56/2020...Rotary club donates medical equipment for COVID-19...SWRR ministry provides aid to schools for the blind...COVID-19 aid reach IDP camps...Social Security Board approves financial compensation for insured workers...Anti-grave violations committee holds 6th meeting online...Notification on overcoming anxiety during COVID-19...COVID-19 in Myanmar: No new case on 28 May, total figure remains at 206...Myitkyina reopens 13 highway bus lines...Over 170 traps found in Shwesettaw Wildlife Sanctuary area...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Office of the President Order 16/2020...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 4:00 pm Thursday 28th May, 2020).....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: 1,168 Myanmar returnees arrive back home through Myawady border on 28 May...Drumstick growers happy with demand from foreign markets..."100,000 rice bags stuck in Kyalgaung retured to Muse for Phytosanitary inspection" - By Nyein Nyein...GAP sesame growers get help for fertilizer input in monsoon season: RFDA...Domestic investments touch K1,295 bln, $266.9 mln in current fiscal...Lethwei stars exchange online challenging words amid pandemic.....OPINION: "Easing restrictions means “time for preparation, not for celebration”".....ARTICLE: "WHO announces launch of WHO Foundation to support critical health needs" - SOURCE: WHO News..."Even mild coronavirus illness may confer some immunity: study" - SOURCE: AFP..."China’s two key sessions and
future prospects" - By Nay Soe Oo
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYIDAUNGSU HLUTTAW: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw approves Union Supplementary Budget Allocation Bill.....OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: Myanmar, Vietnamese leaders exchange congratulatory messages on 45th Anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations...State Counsellor meets first prize winners of homemade cotton mask competition online...COVID-19 in Myanmar: No new case reported, total tally stands at 206...Pyidaungsu Hluttaw Joint Bill Committee holds meeting...Police officer from Hline Township charged with corruption...COVID-19 preventive supplies reach Kachin, Rakhine IDP camps...COVID-19 preventive supplies reach Kachin, Rakhine IDP camps...Police officer from Hline Township charged with corruption...80 Myanmar citizens arrive back from India by relief flight...Myanmar Investment Commission’s work in March and April 2020...Number of YBS commuters increases four-fold in May...Labour scarcity hinders sterculia gum production.....FDI crosses $4.18 bln as
of 22 May...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Wednesday 27th May, 2020)...Sport halls changed as quarantine sites to combat pandemic.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: MoPFI inks deal on infrastructure collaboration with Infra Asia...1,434 Myanmar returnees come back home through Myawady border on 27 May...Growers turn to produce dried mango flakes amid low demand from China...Insufficient stock hampers black bean export quota to India - By Nyein Nyein...Green gram sells well in Monywa market.....OPINION: "Finding new business strategy to stay afloat
during difficult times".....ARTICLE: "Viet Nam– Myanmar: Traditional friends and reliable comprehensive partners" - By Mr Ly Quoc Tuan, Ambassador of Viet Nam to Myanmar
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYIDAUNGSU HLUTTAW: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw approves of $700 mln IMF loan, hears MIC report.....OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: Special consideration will be given for job creation in the formulation of plans to successfully manage the impact of COVID-19: State Counsellor...COVID-19 in Myanmar: 3 new cases reported, making total figure 206...“People are the key” Anti-Corruption Commission gives reference books to Hluttaw...Notification on overcoming anxiety during COVID-19...Relief items donated to National Volunteers Steering Committee...Yunnan TV, Culture Communication Company donate masks to MoI...Myanmar COVID-19 cases stand at 206 as 3 more cases reported on 26 May...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Office of the President Press Release 20/2020...MoSWRR provides cash assistance for visually
impaired persons...Myanmar Gazette Head of service
organization transferred...Significant Water Level
Bulletin...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Tuesday 26th May, 2020)...YGN govt to provide monsoon paddy seeds for 75,000 acres free of charge...Supplies to fight COVID-19 reach IDP camps in Chin State...Highway passenger buses likely to resume services from 1 June...Over 1,600 kg of ICE confiscated in Loilem...MFF Technical Committee holds
meeting (1/2020).....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi sends a message of sympathy to Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister, Republic of India...CBM Governor holds talks online with World Bank Country Director...Officials prepare for World Heritage List nomination dossier of MraukU cultural heritage zone...Sitagu Sayadaw hands over donations from ROK...Korean NGOs present COVID-19 protective items...Myanmar nationals in ROK donate cash for COVID-19 fight...1,394 Myanmar returnees arrive back home through Myawady border on 26 May...Influx of potato from China harms domestic market amid pandemic...Local traders request for clearance of beans stuck in Chennai Port - By Nyein Nyein...Raw materials import of CMP businesses down by $63.6 mln...Trade deficit surges to $1.43 bln as of 15 May...Vivo V19 leaves the nation impressed with its newly launched innovative mobile
experience .....OPINION: "Street children should be prioritized since they are at higher risk for COVID-19 infection".....ARTICLE: "World needs 'green recovery', health experts tell G20 leaders"..."The “Reach Out Strategy” in Combatting the COVID-19 Pandemic" - By Lokethar..."Consumer complaints able to be lodged to CICC to protect harms and losses" - By Naing Oo (DOCA)
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYITHU HLUTTAW: Pyithu Hluttaw holds 4th-day meeting of 16th regular session...AMYOTHA HLUTTAW: Amyotha Hluttaw approves committee member substitutions, raises queries to ministries.....OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: We need to continuously look at not only the long term health, economic, and social needs of the country but also the political goals: State Counsellor...COVID-19 Situation in Myanmar...“People are the key” National Volunteer Steering Unit discusses support for volunteers in quarantine centres...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Ministry of Electricity and Energy Public notification...Govt provides COVID-19 medical supplies to ethnic armed organizations...COVID-19 cases reach 203 in Myanmar...SWRR ministry continues humanitarian support to IDP camps...Govt COVID-19 coord committee holds second meeting with KNU...Public donations made to COVID-19 central committee...Shwegyin land officials charged with corruption...Grab Myanmar donates rice bags to 1,000 YBS drivers...20,000 litres of neutral alcohol received for COVID-19 measures...Notification on overcoming anxiety during COVID-19...President’s Office continues announcement of illegal drug arrests, seizures action on tip-offs...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Monday 25th May, 2020).....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar exports 1.8 mln tonnes of rice as of 8 May...Mung bean, pigeon peas prices slide in domestic market - By Nyein Nyein...Myanmar women’s national football
team appoints head coach.....OPINION: "Supporting agricultural
sector amidst COVID-19 to ensure increased production".....ARTICLE: "COVID-19 pandemic and loss of means of livelihood for workers" - By Lokethar
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Second batch of Myanmar nationals stranded
in India amidst COVID-19 returns home...No new COVID-19 case on Sunday, total cases remain at 201...“People are the key” Ministry of Construction reviews road, bridge processes...COVID-19 supplies reach IDP camps in Kachin, Rakhine states...99 migrant workers sent home in special buses after 21-day quarantine...Strong wind destroys 600 houses in Sagaing Region in May...Report to the people on the progress of the Implementation committee on recommendations on Rakhine State between September and December 2019...Notification on overcoming
anxiety during COVID-19...Phone Myint Kyaw to play Chu Bing Jie
on 31 May.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Manufacturing sector pulls over 120 foreign enterprises in Oct-Apr...Total border trade value tops $7.13 bln...Myanmar exports $20 mln worth turmeric to four neighbouring countries.....OPINION: "Show respect each other by following COVID-19 guidelines".....ARTICLE:"Fourth-Year Performances of the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw" - By Nandar Win PHOTO: TARYAR..."Pindaya, the lovely Danu’s City (1)" - By Thiha, the Traveller
@ Thiha Lulin
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DOMESTIC NEWS: MoHS, Tatmadaw medical corps take body temperature with mobile infrared thermal detection units...Supplies reach IDP camps for measures against COVID-19...Taungtha Seintalone growers face cheaper price than before coronavirus pandemic...Over 5,000 tonnes of illegal timber seized in Sagaing Region...Report to the people on the progress of the Implementation committee on recommendations on Rakhine State between September and December 2019...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Saturday 23rd May, 2020)...Invitation to young writers for Sunday Special...MFF president provides fund to Pathein hospital...MPT invites fans to Freestyle Football Challenge...Sunday Comics.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar receives 604 returnees from Thailand on 23 May...237 return from China through border on 23 May...The Importance of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) to Fight against COVID-19 - By Dr.Than Lwin Tun, May Thazin, Honey Soe...Myanmar China Association donates medical supplies to fight coronavirus infection.....OPINION: "To alert double infection of COVID-19 and dengue virus in coming months".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of the Ministry of Investment and Foreign" - By Shin Min..."Infrastructural upgrades contribute to Ayeyawady Region’s development" - By Kyaw Htike Soe..."With our hands of loving - kindness" - By Angel Linn M.Ed, Y.I.O.E..."An important duty: keeping our body in good health" - By Kyaw King..."Collar ID – Keeping track of
Myanmar’s elephants" - By Tim Knight (Communications Specialist, Conservation Partnerships)..."Hamelin Revisited" - By Zaw Tun (Monywa)..."Let us feel the thoughts" - By Edu Lin B.Ed, S.I.O.E
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYIDAUNGSU HLUTTAW: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw debates bills sent by the President.....OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor’s video conference emphasizes COVID-19 protective measures in reopening of food shops, restaurants...Myanmar Investment Commission approves nine new projects, additional investments...Vice President U Henry Van Thio chairs disaster management committee meeting through video conferencing...Tatmadaw discusses COVID-19 strategic preparedness, response plan...Relief flight brings back 132 Myanmar nationals...Govt COVID-19 coord committee holds meeting with KNPP...Sedona Hotel Yangon celebrates healthcare heroes...YGN forest department to raise mangroves for disaster protection...Tatmadaw holds press conference on peace efforts, COVID-19 measures...Over $12-mlnworth 3 FDI
projects flow into Bago region...Earthen pots from Wuntho selling well...Swedish fighter Jonsson joins Myanma Lethwei...MFF eyes new coach for brighter futsal future.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: MoHT discusses finalizing COVID-19 tourism strategic roadmap...Myanmar artist’s creation selected for UNESCO’s “Mask-Art Creativity under lockdown” virtual exhibition...Maintenance works carried out at Yangon International Airport...Manage the COVID-19 Crisis by living each day to its fullest – one day at a time - By Luc De Waegh.....OPINION: "Careful planning called key to avoiding multiple disasters".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of Ministry of the Office of the State Counsellor" - By Khin Yadana PHOTO: MIN THAW..."Real estate sector fetches over K27.8 bln in three months" - By Nyein Nyein..."Çandamuni Stupa
and stone inscriptions" - By Maung Tha
(Archaeology)
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYIDAUNGSU HLUTTAW: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw discusses referendum postponement, loan proposals of President’s Office.....OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: Republic of the Union of Myanmar Office of the President Order 15/2020...Women’s Affairs Federation donates PPE, face masks to NVSC...Nantha Island and Mayyu Estuaries awarded Ramsar Site status...“People are the key” Union Information Minister Dr Pe Myint inspects MRTV...COVID-19 in Myanmar...Myanmar AJINOMOTO donates products to 2 philanthropic organizations - By Nyein Nyein...Markets reopen in second phase of easing stay home restrictions in Mandalay...Fruit sellers at Popa market unhappy with low number of buyers...EFR Public Company to debut on YSX on 28 May...MoSWRR distributes healthcare items at IDP camps in Kachin, Shan, Rakhine states.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Commerce Minister talks with Chinese ambassador to foster bilateral trade...Sharing experiences on provisional measures of ICJ to be rebroadcast today...Myanmar returnees arrive back from Singapore, Viet Nam...Low foreign demand leads to price drop of butter bean during pandemic...Myanmar-India border trade drop by $43.58 mln in 2019-2020FY...China’s future prospects beyond COVID-19 crisis - By Nay Soe Oo.....OPINION: "Delivering COVID-19 loans to SMEs is key to preventing damage
to communities".....ARTICLE: "The Fourth-Year Performance of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of
International Cooperation for the Interests of the State and the People" - By Khin Yadana PHOTO: ZULY MOE
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYITHU HLUTTAW: Pyithu Hluttaw convenes 3rd day meeting of 16th regular session...AMYOTHA HLUTTAW: Amyotha Hluttaw approves 5th amendment regulations of Hluttaw election bylaws.....OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: “People are the key”
Working Committee meets to address the impact of COVID-19 on
the country’s economy...MoALI discusses participatory
irrigation management system...MoHS prepares for upgrade of internet page, social networks...National-level resettlement programme, closure of IDP camps discussed through videoconference...COVID-19 in Myanmar
Updated at 8 pm, 20 May 2020 Total: now 199...Mobile market system underway in Yangon outskirts: MFVP - By Nyein Nyein...Member companies urged for contract farming this monsoon: MRF...National coord committee discusses COVID-19 cooperation with ALP...SWRR Ministry donates humanitarian support to Kachin, Shan IDP camps...Govt committee discusses COVID-19
coordination with ICRC...AA kidnaps 5 household group
leaders in Kyauktaw Tsp...Saw David court case moved
to 3 June...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Wednesday 20th May, 2020)...Invitation to young
writers for Sunday Special.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar President, PRC President discuss closer bilateral ties in various sectors...6 cases are tested positive for COVID-19, all are returnees from UAE...Investments from Hong Kong cross $1.3 bln in seven months (Oct-Apr)...107 Myanmar citizens repatriated from Malaysia on 20 May...ASEAN mine action centre discusses mine-risk education amid COVID-19...Govt honours 30th SEA Games gold, silver and bronze medalists.....OPINION: "We owe our children to remain safe while learning at schools amidst COVID-19".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-year performance of Chin State government" - By Nandar Win
PHOTO: TARYAR
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYITHU HLUTTAW: Pyithu Hluttaw holds second day meeting with questions to MoE, MoEE...AMYOTHA HLUTTAW: Amyotha Hluttaw MPs raise queries to Union ministries on second day meeting.....OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: President U Win Myint, State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi send congratulatory messages on 45th Anniversay of establishment of diplomatic relations between Myanmar and ROK...State Counsellor discusses schools reopening with stakeholders in education sector amid COVID-19...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Union Election Commission
Announcement No. 96/2020 12th Waning of Kasone, 1382 ME
(18 May 2020)...COVID-19 cases in Myanmar reach 193 on 19 May 2020...COVID-19 in Myanmar Updated at 8 pm, 19 May 2020...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Office of the President
Press Release 19/2020 12th Waning of Kasone, 1382 ME
(18 May 2020)...Dolphin conservation campaign conducted in Ayeyawady...YGN outer ring road to connect YGN-MDY
highway to Dala through Thilawa SEZ...Over 3,400 tonnes
of illegal timber confiscated in Bago...Myanmar Gazette
Heads of Service Organizations confirmed and appointed...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Tuesday 19th May, 2020)...Govt, CSOs trying to remedy loss of cabbage growers during pandemic - By Nyein Nyein...Domestic gold market
reopens at K1.2 million - By Nyein Nyein...Warning about Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm (AMPHAN)...MoSWRR provides cash aids for vulnerable persons at IDP camps...Onepay becomes first
lifestyle mobile app to support interbank services
in Myanmar.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Union Minister participates in the 2nd World Economic Forum’s APAC-RAG-COVID-19 Action Platform Videoconference...ROK donates COVID-19 test kits to Myanmar...New World Bank Group Partnership Framework for Myanmar Puts Strong Focus on Social Inclusion and Peace...95 Myanmar citizens arrive back from India by relief flight...Exports of cattle, animal products down by $222.5 mln in current FY...Myanmar nationals in ROK donate portable X-Ray machine...MFF plans to set training dates for national football teams.....OPINION: "Confront the double-edged sword of Cyclone Amphan by being prepared".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-year performance of Kachin State government" - By Shin Minn PHOTO: HTEIN NAN NAW (KACHIN STATE IPRD)..."Myanmar aims to export 2.5 mln tonnes of rice in current FY" - By Kyaw Htike Soe
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYIDAUNGSU HLUTTAW: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw starts 16th regular session with discussions on bills, loans from IDA, IMF...PYITHU HLUTTAW: Pyithu Hluttaw raises the curtain on its 16th regular session...AMYOTHA HLUTTAW: Amyotha Hluttaw discusses landholding permits, ethnic youths & literature.....OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: COVID-19 cases in Myanmar stand at 188 on 18 May 2020...COVID-19 in Myanmar Updated at 8 pm, 18 May 2020
Total tally: 188...COVID-19 Laboratory results at 8:00 pm, 18 May 2020...Govt buys 10,000 tonnes reserved rice as of mid-May - By Nyein Nyein...Managing stress and anxiety amid COVID-19...Well-wishers donate face masks, hand sanitizers to NPE...Illegal drugs, clandestine lab seized in Tachilek Tsp...Illegal drugs worth K600 mln
arrested in Muse Tsp...Firearms, explosives discovered at Muse cemetery...Illegal drugs worth K975 mln confiscated in Maungtaw Tsp...Republic of the Union of Myanmar President’s Office
Order 14/2020...President’s Office continues announcement of illegal
drug arrests, seizures acting on tip-offs...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Monday 18th May, 2020)...Warning about Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm (AMPHAN).....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Investigation Committee invites people to share information on WHO staff killed in Rakhine State...Tour operators for Chinese visitors discuss better services in post-COVID-19...Rubber export income down about $30 mln in seven months (Oct-Apr)...External trade crosses $23 bln as of 1 May...U Soe Han, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Participates in the Video Conference of the 32nd ASEAN-Australia Forum...Myanmar brings back 81 citizens from the Philippines.....OPINION: "Dealing with stress and anxiety during COVID-19".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of Mandalay Region Government" - By Nandar Win PHOTO: TAR YAR (IPRD REGION)..."Local epidemiology should guide focused action in ‘new normal’ COVID-19 world" - By WHO South-East Asia Region..."Cybersecurity: a responsibility we all share" - By Arker Nyut Wai, Head of Business Security, Technology Group
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DOMESTIC NEWS: 2nd batch of COVID-19 medicines, equipment
arrives in Yangon by humanitarian flight...MoSWRR distributes healthcare items at IDP camps in Kachin, Shan states...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...“People are the key” Three more trains added to Yangon Circular Railway for rush hours...Tatmadaw donates COVID-19 articles to New Mon State Party...Follow-up lab tests reveal negative for Nay Pyi Taw Tatmadaw man...Two more COVID-19 cases on Sunday, total cases reach 184...Update on COVID-19 at 8 pm on 17 May 2020...Eligibility for maximum coronavirus loan amount can vary on workforce: UMFCCI...KBZ Bank donates power generator to NHL...Tiger prawns released to support Launglon mangroves...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Sunday 17th May, 2020)...Invitation to young writers for Sunday Special.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: 90 migrant workers return from Thailand via border on Sunday...Cyclone Amphan coded yellow by DMH, likely to cross West Bengal of India...Police arrest illegal Chinese with narcotics, weapons in Muse...Maritime trade up $1.9 bln in current FY...Exports of various pulses cross 1 mln tonnes in seven months (Oct-Apr)...Myat Kaung Khant discontinues contract with Thai
club.....OPINION: "Let's live up to trust".....ARTICLE: "Fourth annual performance review of Bago Region government" - By Thi Thi Min Photo: Tin Soe (Bago)..."One Day in Yenangyoung" - By Thiha, the Traveller @ Thiha Lulin
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Disinfection conducted at Hluttaw buildings in
Nay Pyi Taw to prevent spread of COVID-19 disease...Union Minister observes transport projects in Shan State (South)...Strong winds destroy houses, religious buildings...“People are the key”...161 rice bags donated to monks, nuns in Pyinmana, Pubbathiri townships...COVID-19 supplies reach IDP camps in Kachin, Rakhine states...One new case of COVID-19 on 16 May: Total figure reaches 182...Director-General of Ministry of State Counsellor Office holds online press conference about government’s handling amid COVID-19...Mandalay allows over 40 businesses, markets to reopen...Mandalay Region reopens over 100
highway bus lines...Fire victims in Dekhinathiri Tsp receive cash aids...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Saturday 16th May, 2020)...Invitation to young writers for Sunday
Special...Fourth-Year Performances of Shan State Government...MFF president assists further aids to hospitals amid pandemic...Sunday Comics.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: 144 Myanmar citizens brought back from Singapore in 4th group as total number reaches 577...Thai authorities hand over 76 Myanmar citizens...Thai-Myanmar border trade value declines this FY...Phone Myint Kyaw wins six straight wins in Chinese 8 Ball tourney.....OPINION: "Overcome challenges ahead with resilience".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of Shan State Government" - By Shin Min Photo: Kay Kay..."Market facilities to be upgraded in Yangon almost immediately" - By Swe Oo Wai..."Hyundai Motor and Shwe Daehan Motors are donating PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to the Ministry of Health And Sports"..."The Walking Tree" - By Zaw Tun (Monywa)..."Challenges or Opportunities" - By Kyal Sin Phu 2nd Year Honours Student (English Specialization)
University of Yangon..."Soulmate (Eain-mak-phat)
by Linkar Yi Kyaw" - By Kyaw Kyaw Myo Myat M.B.,B.S, Diploma in ESL (USA), Diploma in TESOL,University of Medicine (2), Yangon..."Opium growers in Matman Tsp turn to growing elephant foot
yam for greater profits" - By Soe Naing (Matman IPRD)..."A Visit to
theYangon University Library" - By Maung Maung Aye
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor holds video conference
with transportation sector officials to discuss COVID-19 matters...No new case of COVID-19 at 8 pm on 15 May: Total cases remain at 181...Senior General Min Aung Hlaing presents COVID-19 medical supplies for Dawei locals...Announcement on Extension of the Precautionary Restriction Measures Relating to Control of the COVID-19 Pandemic until 31 May 2020...Amyotha Hluttaw Speaker receives Auto
Disinfection Passage System...Pyidaungsu Hluttaw Joint Bill
Committee holds meeting...Govt, Chin National Front discuss COVID-19 action plans...ToT course conducted for COVID-19
volunteers...Inspections to be continued at
remaining factories...Ministry of Border Affairs provides 1,000 rice bags for Khaunglanphu Township...MoEE holds press conference for exemption of electricity bill...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Friday 15th May, 2020)...Invitation to young
writers for Sunday Special.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Announcement of Union Attorney-General’s Office in response to ICOE report...131 Myanmar citizens stranded in foreign countries return home...MoLIP, UNICEF Myanmar hold digital meeting...Thai authorities hand over 120 Myanmar citizens..."Mung bean prices up by K25,000 per tonne as India extends import deadline" - By Nyein Nyein...Export of Rohu to Bangladesh via Sittway border declining..."920,000 broilers granted to import for domestic needs" - By Nyein Nyein...Phone Myint Kyaw wins 5 consecutive
games in 8 Ball Tournament in China.....OPINION: "Time to get ready for storm season".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of Kayin State Government" - By Nandar Win Photo: Tar Yar..."Musmeah Yeshua
Synagogue in Myanmar" - By Maung Tha (Archaeology)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Republic of the Union of Myanmar
Public announcement of State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi,
Chairperson of the National-Level Central Committee
for Prevention, Control and Treatment of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19...Republic of the Union of Myanmar
Announcement of National-Level Central Committee
for Prevention, Control and Treatment of COVID-19...Govt COVID-19 committee holds meeting with PNLO...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Ministry of Health and Sports Order No.50/2020...Myanmar air travel ban extended to end of May...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Nay Pyi Taw Council Order No. 51/2020...MoSWRR continues distribution of COVID-19 prevention supplies...No new case of COVID-19 at 8 pm on 14 May: Total figure remains at 181...Low pressure area warning issued for preparatory measures...Officials inspect GNLM for COVID-19 preventive measures...Over 300 entrepreneurs granted loans in pandemic period...People donate elephant feeds during pandemic period...Fire engulfs cargo vessel in Homalin...Two suspects arrested for Hlinethaya murder case...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...Mawyawadi FC delivers
aids to players’ homes.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: ASEAN labour ministers discuss response to impacts on employment sector amid COVID-19...ROK ambassador hands over 2,000 sets of PPE to MoHS...80,000 rice bags exported to China every week - By Nyein Nyein...Exports cross $10.7 bln as of 1 May...Exports cross $10.7 bln as of 1 May...YRIC clears $8 mln worth three foreign projects, creates over 1,800 jobs...More Myanmar nationals return from Thailand...Myanmar’s foreign trade hit $ 22 bln in 6 months...Phone Myint Kyaw to play former 8 Ball Pool world champion today.....OPINION: "First focus on reducing impact of
drought, and later on relief".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of Magway Region Government" - By Shin Min
Photo: Kay Kay of Region Government
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DOMESTIC NEWS: One new case of COVID-19 at 8 pm on 13 May: National tally stands at 181...Medical supplies donated to Bago
government...Chinese PLA donates 10,000 sets of PPE to Myanmar Tatmadaw...Korea INNO Group gives 2,000 kits of Level D PPE to Myanmar...“People are the key”...PWD rights working committee holds 5th edition meeting...Hlinethaya, Tamway townships to conduct coronavirus survey...MoSWRR distributes healthcare items at IDP camps in Kachin, Rakhine states...Rambutan, pomelo prices fall due to slower trade amid coronavirus...About 100 acres of commercial teak grown in Seikpyu...State-owned pontoon jetty to
be built in Kawthoung...Old bomb found in
Dala Township...Heads of Service
Organizations appointed...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Wednesday 13th May, 2020)...MNL, F&N donate sports beverages to Phaungyi
quarantine centre, We Love Yangon Group.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: 145 Myanmar citizens arrive back home from Singapore by 3rd relief flight...China donates medical supplies to Myanmar...Thai authorities hand over
16 Myanmar citizens...Dollar exchange rates slip by K10 over a week - By Nyein Nyein...Manufacturing exports slide to $5.63 bln in current fiscal...Chinese 8 Ball Game:
Phone Myint Kyaw to
play on 15, 16, 31 May.....OPINION: "Prepare for tackling heat waves and ongoing
COVID-19 pandemic — in tandem".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of Sagaing Region Government" - By Shin Min
Photo: Kay Kay of Region Government
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor discusses managing
market places during COVID-19 period ...Myanmar govt informs foreign missions, delegations about ongoing works...Pyidaungsu Hluttaw Joint Bill Committee holds meeting...SEA human rights institutions forum convenes 1st work group meeting...Tatmadaw transit centres receiving COVID-19 quarantined persons...No new COVID-19 case on Tuesday National tally remains at 180...Mon party agrees to fully coordinate in measures against COVID-19...No one injured in AA
landmine attack to security forces near Kyauktaw...Volunteer Invitation to COVID-19 National Volunteer Steering Unit...AA attack private, public property in Rakhine, Chin states...3 AA supporters arrested
near Kyauktaw Township...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...Handmade mine explodes at Muse toll gate...More than 74,000 perennial plants grown in Mong Hpyak Townsh...Fire destroys
five houses in Yinmabin...Republic of the Union of Myanmar
Office of the President Press Release 18/2020...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Tuesday 12th May, 2020)...Performances of Yangon Region Government in
Four-Year Period...Yangon gold market to reopen on 16 May - By Nyein Nyein...MYANMARKT.COM, Myanmar’s premier and free
online classified marketplace officially launches...Yangon United conduct disinfection process.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: 67 Myanmar citizens arrive back home from Thailand by second relief flight...MoHT, Luxembourg agency discuss tourism development project MYA/001...COVID-19: Authorities help foreigners stranded in Myawady...RBE 21 coaches arrive in Yangon Thilawa Port...Lack of foreign demand drives pigeon pea price to fall...Govt buys 6,300 tonnes reserved rice within a half month - By Nyein Nyein.....OPINION: "Careful planning called key to overcoming both climate disasters and COVID-19 ".....ARTICLE: "Performances of Yangon Region Government in Fourth-Year Period" - By Thi Thi Min Photo: Nay Lin..."Responsible Investment &
Responsible Business Conduct" - By Aung Naing Oo
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Social and economic needs of Myanmar must be
assessed and planned not only for the coming months
but also for the post COVID world: State Counsellor...Senior General inspects installation of COVID-19 testing machine,
meets with NDAA (Mongla), UWSA (Wa) representatives...Pyidaungsu Hluttaw Joint Bill Committee holds meeting...Myanmar National Human Rights Commission (MNHRC) releases statement on the announcement to enforce ceasefire...“People are the key” MoRA&C designates religious buildings as community based quarantine centres...Commerce Ministry holds video conference on “Doing Business” cooperation...COVID-19 Cases: National tally stands at 180...Govt land surveyor facing
corruption charges in Taungdwingyi Tsp...Ministries discuss progress of schoolbook production, distribution...Govt committee discusses COVID-19 prevention with KNU...Posh Company donates multi-purpose virus killers to EAOs committee...Correction...Well-wishers contribute donations to national COVID-19 committee, MoHS...RTAD resumes initial vehicle registration service at four offices...IDP camps receive COVID-19 protective items...Coronavirus call centre to include ethnic languages...Domestic gold market remains closed despite global rally - By Nyein Nyein...Muse trade down by $123 mln
as of 1 May...Mineral exports exceed $1 bln
in 2019-2020 FY...MFF’s senior officials donate
foodstuffs to staff, coaches.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: 391 former Myanmar detainees arrive back from Malaysia...MoLIP, UN agencies sign exchange of letters for IDP repatriation.....OPINION: "Addressing
COVID-19 impacts on Agriculture is a must".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of the Ministry of Information" - By Khin Yadanar and Zin Oo Photo: Thiha Sithu
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Public announcement by Financial Regulatory
Department...Gale-force winds damage buildings
in Mandalay, Shan State...“People are the key”
Ministry of Construction reviews projects in Taninthayi Region...Two more COVID-19 cases on Sunday, total cases reach 180...MoSWRR distributes healthcare items at IDP camps in Kachin, Shan...Jaggery powder, NCS plant in Magway Region to start operation after 15 May...Over 800 companies struck off register
due to the absence of AR: DICA...FDI up $900 mln in seven
months (Oct-Apr) - By Nyein Nyein...Pandemic gives fresh momentum
to digital voice technology...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Sunday 10th May, 2020)...Invitation to young
writers for Sunday Special...Fourth-Year Performances of Taninthayi Region Government...Fans assist Myanmar Lethwei referees amid
coronavirus pandemic.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: First batch of 10,000 UNICEF COVID-19 test kits handed over to Health & Sports Ministry...Myanmar nationals stranded in UAE brought back home...Myanmar nationals stranded in UAE brought back home...44 Myanmar nationals return through Myanmar-Thai Friendship Bridge (2)...Fuel oil import up by 400,000 tonnes in current FY...Myanmar exports over 600,000 tonnes of corns in current fiscal H1...OPINION: "The public’s cooperation is the key in winning the battle against COVID-19".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of Taninthayi Region Government" - By Thi Thi Min Photo: Nay Min..."A trek to pine forest in PyinOoLwin aka May Myo" - By Thiha, the Traveller @ Thiha Lulin
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Tatmadaw releases statement on
ceasefire and eternal peace...Well-wishers donate cash, medical supplies to fight against COVID-19...Kookmin Bank, SK Energy donate test kits, VTMs to MoHS...Notification on COVID-19
prevention in IDP camps...Union Construction Minister discusses development projects in Kayin, Chin states...One more coronavirus case on Saturday, total tally reaches 178...Update on COVID-19 at 8 pm, 9 May 2020...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...MoSWRR distributes hand sanitizers, soaps, hand washing basins at IDP camps...Security troops recapture AA terrorist group foothold in Rakhine State...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Working Committee to address the Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) News on the Country’s Economy News Release 3/2020...Myawady highway bus terminal expected to open in October...Bamboo basket weavers face lower sale...Global response to COVID-19 must address rights and needs of women and girls...KBZPay inspires nationwide crowdfunding with donation function to support the work of philanthropic organizations...Sunday Comics.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Second group of Myanmar citizens arrives back home from Singapore...MFPTMA requests tax reduction for export of lumbers, finished products - By Nyein Nyein...Phone Myint Kyaw allowed wearing jersey with Myanmar flag in Chinese 8 Ball Game.....OPINION: "Sharing public health burden reflects noble mission of caregivers".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of Ayeyawady Region Government" - By Thi Thi Min Photo: Hla Myo Aung (IPRD)..."Yangon regional government to set up low-cost houses for squatters in Hlinethaya" - By Zin Lin Myint..."Tomorrow's Sky" - By Angle Linn M.Ed, Y.I.O.E..."Mature yourself by learning Buddha's Teaching" - By Johnthan Tun..."Focus" By OS 2nd MBBS student University of Medicine (2)..."The Death Railway revisited" - By Khin Maung Myint..."Small stuff plays vital role as well" - By Ma Su (Anthro)
BA (Eng), MA (TEFL), Diploma in Anthropology..."My Way" - By Edu Lin B.Ed, S.I.O.E
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor discusses ground situation in Sagaing Region with frontline workers combatting COVID-19...One more coronavirus case on Friday, total tally reaches 177...Tatmadaw
releases statement on ICOE report...Notification for farmers on monsoon agricultural loans...Union Education Minister joins online meeting of Global Partnership for Education...7 agreements reached at Govt, NCA-S EAOs meeting on COVID-19 preventive measures...Initial vehicle registration to resume...Tatmadaw Hluttaw reps, admin staff tested negative for COVID-19...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...Over 16,000 acres of land put under cultivation of soybean in Mohnyin...Myanmar Gazette Heads of Service
Organizations appointed...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 4:00 pm Friday 08th May, 2020)...Futsal players, women footballers get assistance from MFF...MFF arranges accommodations
for Myanmar returnees.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar has brought back 608 citizens to home from foreign countries...MRCS celebrate World Red Cross Day online...Union Minister U Ohn Maung joins digital presentation of COVID-19 impact on tourism...Comparisons of inbound foreigners through international airports/seaports and border crossings...Comparisons of inbound foreigners through international airports and border crossings...Local investments up over K300 bln in seven months of 2019- 2020FY - By Nyein Nyein...MPU eCommerce Pay added to online export/import licence payment system - By Nyein Nyein.....OPINION: "Wear face masks: I protect you, you protect me".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-year performance of Kayah State Government" - By Nandar Win Photo: Taryar..."Wooden monasteries from environs of Saku" - By Maung Tha (Archaeology)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Daw Aung San Suu Kyi writes about homemade
cotton mask competition...14 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, total tally reaches 176...“People are the key”...Temporary unemployed
workers can apply for social welfare benefits...“Myanmar’s Development Assistance Coordination Unit and Partners form a united front in the fight against COVID-19”...Union Ministers meet on teleconference with WB Country Director for COVID-19 response plans in Myanmar...Disaster Management Department has spent over K329 mln relief funds...IDP camps receive relief aid to prevent COVID-19...Tatmadaw holds 6th coordination meeting on COVID-19 measures...Defence Services personnel and fire brigade members conduct disinfections to contain COVID-19...Myanmar Gazette
Head of Service Organization confirmed...Mandalay Region reopens over 600 SME factories and workplaces...Seintalone mango growers unhappy with price drop during abundant harvest time...Myawady new
town project available on online expo in May - By Nyein Nyein.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar citizens stranded in Singapore return home...Union Minister U Soe Win discusses loan programmes for Myanmar with World Bank official...Russia embassy donates cash fund to national COVID-19 central committee...Myanmar National Committee on Women meet for COVID-19 response programmes...The closer and better the world cooperates, the faster we’ll overcome COVID-19 - By Kristian Schmidt...Striker Kyaw Ko Ko discontinues contract with Sukhothai club.....OPINION: "Moving forward with sympathy, understanding how to tackle COVID-19 mental
health issues".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of the Rakhine State Government" - By Thi Thi Min Photo: Saw Maung Thein
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DOMESTIC NEWS: I am hoping for the quickest return to normalcy and will work hard for it: State Counsellor...“People are the key”...Full Moon Day of Kasone celebrated in Mandalay under MoHS guidelines...Cloth Mask Campaign aims to distribute 50,000 face masks in Kayin State...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Ministry of Electricity and Energy Full Moon Day of Kasone, 1382 ME 6May 2020...Update on COVID-19 surveillance 8:00 pm, 6-5-2020...56 persons tested negative despite close contacts with COVID-19 patient soldier...MR repairs sleepers at Yangon Central Railway Station...Over K5 bln worth riverbank project to be implemented in Mandalay...Tatmadaw transit centres providing healthcare services to COVID-19 quarantined persons...80 acres of green gram grown with GAP system in Monywa...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...AA terrorists kidnap villager in Taungup Tsp...Notification on COVID-19 prevention in IDP camps...Price of mung beans lowers by K10,000 per tonne in early May...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Wednesday 06th May, 2020)...Accomplishments of Nay Pyi Taw Council in the fourth year...Lethwei star Yan
Naing Tun takes role as pandemic front-liner.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar nationals from Thai, Bangladesh return by relief flight...23 Myanmar nationals return home through Myanmar-Thai Friendship Bridge 2 on 5 May...Hidden food rations of ARSA terrorists seized in Maungtaw...THE ASEAN INSTITUTE FOR PEACE AND RECONCILIATION (ASEANIPR) INVITES ASEAN NATIONALS TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR...Foreign investment creates over 136,000 jobs in Oct-April 2019-2020FY - By Nyein Nyein...Domestic investments touch K1,251 bln, $253
mln in current fiscal...Phone Myint Kyaw leads Chinese
8 Ball tourney.....OPINION: "Keeping dengue in mind amidst
the battle against COVID-19".....ARTICLE: "Accomplishments of Nay Pyi Taw Council in the fourth year" - By Nandar Win
Photo: Zaw Min Lwin (IPRD)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor discusses preparations for returnees with chief ministers of Kayin, Taninthayi and Mon...No new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, total number remains at 161...MoIFER Union Minister leads Working Committee to address impact of COVID-19 on country’s economy...Govt, EAOs hold coordination meeting on COVID-19 prevention, control and treatment plans...MoHS discuss healthcare plans for monsoon common diseases...National Volunteers Steering Committee holds video conference...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Office of the President Press Release 17/2020...All persons closed to positive soldier tested negative for COVID-19...MRT to assist in transporting of coronavirus-confirmed patients to CICS-Phaung Gyi...Ferries resume service in Chindwin River...Motorcyclist
killed in vehicle crash in Kyaukdaga...Stock trading volume on YSX reaches the lowest in April...Gold market reflects on coronavirus central committee’s guidelines, directives - By Nyein Nyein...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Tuesday 05th May, 2020)...Invitation to young writers for Sunday Special...Social welfare ministry sends healthcare items to IDPs in Rakhine.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Well-wishers in China donate medical supplies to Myanmar...India donates medical supplies to Myanmar...MIC’s performances in February and March, 2020...FDI crosses $3.44 bln as of 28 April...Phone Myint Kyaw honoured for beating
world champions in 8 Ball Game.....OPINION: "Vesak Day calls on us to win the battle against COVID-19 with mindfulness".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of Ministry of Planning, Finance and Industry (MoPFI)" - By Khin Yadanar; Photo May Oo Moe..."Buddha Day On Fullmoon Kasone" - By Maha Saddhamma jotika Dhaja, Sithu Dr. Khin Maung Nyunt..."Let’s choose using commodity services with safe products" - Naing Oo (DOCA)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Condolences Message from State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, Chairperson of the National Reconciliation and Peace Centre, to the family members of General Saw Htay Maung, Chairman of the Peace Council of KNU/KNLA, and the Peace Council of KNU/KNLA. 4 May 2020...SWRR Ministry coordinates IDP camp assistance in Paletwa...Tatmadaw offers to use COBAS 6800 machines for COVID-19 tests...Notification on fishing prohibition...“People are the key” Total Covid-19 case reach 16...Teachers contribute cash fund for measures
against COVID-19 in Dala Township...About 8,500 baskets of paddy seeds distributed to 26 townships in Magway Region...Plan underway for fish trucks to enter market via land route...Nearly 9,000 people from Sagaing affected by strong wind in April...Domestic gold priced only K1.18 mln per tical despite global market upturn...Over 66,500 companies register at MyCO in April-end: DICA...Members of Defence Services and Fire Brigade carry out disinfections to prevent COVID-19...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Monday 04th May, 2020)...Invitation to young writers for Sunday
Special...Fourth-year performance of Ministry of Hotels and Tourism...MFF president donates foodstuffs, fund
for veteran players.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Govt, private entities discuss COVID-19 measures, trade with China...Trade deficit widens, exceeds $1.4 bln as of 17 April...Phone Myint Kyaw faces World’s
8 Ball Champion today.....OPINION: "Work and stay with intense mindfulness is key to overcoming COVID-19 challenges".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-year performance of Ministry of Hotels and Tourism" - By Khin Yanana Photo: May Oo Moe
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor writes in honour of her father and
Myanmar language teacher from Rangoon University...No new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, figure remains at 151...Union Construction Minister inspects upgrading of Yangon-Pathein road via video meeting...“People are the key” U Zaw Htay, Director-General of State Counseller’s Office, holds virtual press conference over current situations of Myanmar...COVID-19 actions continue at IDP camps in Kachin, Shan states...Hospital equipment worth K2.6 mln donated to Minbu district hospital...Over 120 factories closed permanently or suspended in Yangon Region...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Saturday 02nd May, 2020)...MFF postpones
originally-scheduled Futsal Open Cup 2020..Sunday Comics.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar gov’t brings back 195 citizens from Japan amid COVID-19...ARSA terrorists ambush border guard forces at Myanmar-Bangladesh border...UN SECRETARY-GENERAL VIDEO MESSAGE ON WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY 2020 “Journalism Without Fear or Favour”...Health and Sports Union Minister discusses preparation for accepting returnees from Thailand, China with regional COVID-19 frontline fighters...54 Myanmar migrant workers return from Thailand...Aung La N Sang undergoes training amid pandemic.....OPINION: "A nation comes together to salute the spirit of our volunteers".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year performances of the General Administration Department" - By Nandar Win
Photo: Tar Yar..."Smart Car Parking System to cover six townships in
downtown Yangon City" - Zin Lin Myint..."Students vs exams" - By Zaw Lu Htet Second M.B University of Medicine (2)..." The Lady of the House" - By Htar Sandi Naing English Specialization, University of Yangon..."Three mantras for mental beauty" - By Kyaw King..."New protected area raises hopes for critically endangered monkey" - By: Nathan Williams Communications Executive, Press & Media..."On the fake and the genuine" - By Angle Linn M.Ed, Y.I.O.E..."Can we also be a termite?" - By Edu Lin B.Ed, S.I.O.E
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Each one of us needs to do what needs to be
done in the right way: State Counsellor...Total cases of COVID-19 reach 151 on Friday...Low pressure area warning issued for preparatory measures...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...“People are the key”...National Power Grid now supplies electricity to Mawlaik...COVID-19 responses continue at IDP camps in Kachin, Kayin, Shan...Notification on COVID-19 prevention in IDP camps...Volunteer Invitation to COVID-19
National Volunteer Steering Unit...Lower supply causes palm sugar prices up...Chaung Zone bean traders face low supply, shortage of labourers...Exemption of YBS contribution to management funds extended to 31 May...Narcotic drugs confiscated in Hpa-an, Patheingyi.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Union Minister Dr Myint Htwe joins special video conference of health ministers from ASEAN, US...Total border trade value hits $5.97 bln...About 90,000 lay-offs to get EU emergency fund next week - By Nyein Nyein...Quarantine
facility ready in Dawei for returnees from Thailand...MBSF awards Ar Ti US$ 1,000 for his success in Chinese 8 Ball competition.....OPINION: "Role of individual citizens called key to overcoming all challenges".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of the Ministry of Commerce" - By Khin Yadanar and Zin Oo Photo Thiha Sithu..."Four holy oil pots in Hsipaw" - By Maung Tha (Archaeology)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: I acknowledge the strong participation of workers in the people’s efforts to respond to COVID-19 disease: President...State Counsellor holds video conference with senior health officers fighting against COVID-19...Hluttaw meetings organizing committee holds second meeting for 16th regular session...MoHS postpones regular vaccination programme amid COVID-19...AA attack WFP’s relief aid convoy for locals in Paletwa...Ayeyawady Foundation honours frontline health workers, donates rice to regions, states...COVID-19 protection aids worth K48 mln donated in Muse...Some businesses in Mandalay permitted to operate after 30 April...No new case of COVID-19 on Thursday...Myanmar Gazette Appointment of Head of Service Organization...May Day 1st May - By Maha Saddhamma jotika Dhaja, Sithu Dr. Khin Maung Nyunt...Shan United extends contract with David Htan.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: First batch of Myanmar nationals returns from South Korea...China’s fumigation rule makes about 100,000 rice bags stuck in Kyalgaung town - By Nyein Nyein...Exports of cattle, animal products sharply plunge in current FY...Sino-Myanmar border trade down by $43 mln as of 17 April...Committee to Investigate Shooting of WHO Vehicle holds its first meeting...The efforts of UCSB to bring out good service personnel during the fourth year.....OPINION: "Proper measures should be put in place to cope with disasters during rainy season".....ARTICLE: "The efforts of UCSB to bring out good service
personnel during the fourth year" - By Shin Min Photo: Kay Kay, UCSB
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DOMESTIC NEWS: I want the people to be open-minded, strong-willed, determined and united: State Counsellor...Total cases of COVID-19 reach 150 on Wednesday...Supreme Court of the Union releases Court Annual Report 2019...Finland takes over as co-facilitator for ETVSCG...National COVID-19 committee receives public donations...Public awareness of possible storm amid COVID-19 pandemic...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...Control and response actions for COVID-19 continue at IDP camps...Republic of Union of Myanmar Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Population Minister Office Notification 83/2020 Nay Pyi Taw...MoTC plans to upgrade 3 domestic airports...Over 10,000 housing units under
construction in five towns...Invitation for Volunteer COVID-19
National Volunteer Steering Unit...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 4:00 pm Wednesday 29th April, 2020).....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: “People are the key”...China donates 15 ventilators to Myanmar...Over 16,000 Myanmar workers wish to return from Thailand...YRIC greenlights four foreign, one domestic projects creating over 1,900 jobs...Myanmar exports over 2,000 tonnes
of soybeans to China: MoC...External trade exceeds
$21 bln as of 17 April...MoC, MRF set rice export quota of 150,000 tonnes in May 2020.....OPINION: "Heed Weather Warnings, while following health guidelines".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of Amyotha Hluttaw" - By Shin Min Photo: Aye Than
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor holds video conference with recovering COVID-19 patients...Three more new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, total cases reach 149...PWDs included in project for responding to COVID-19: MSWRR...H&T Ministry seeks cooperation from private tourism sector to promote outbound services in post-COVID-19 period...AA abduct policeman in MyaukU...Military sends relief aid for IDPs, locals in Paletwa...MIC okays five projects in oil and
gas, real estate, services sectors...Myanmar Competition Commission issues restrictions on increasing sales...MNA, MAI to launch relief flights for Myanmar citizens...Over 2,000 suffer from strong winds in Magway Region...MRF suggests 18 points to government amid Coronavirus pandemic - By Nyein Nyein...CBM issues directive No. 8/2020 to change interest rates...CBM makes third interest rate cuts this year - BY Nyein Nyein...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Office of the President Press Release 16/2020...Food donations requested for elephants in temporarily-closed camps...The Republic of the Union of Myanmar Nay Pyi Taw Council Order No. 44/2020...Overcoming as One: COVID-19 Economic Relief Plan-CERP...Players request Shan
United to adjust salary...MNL head coaches make COVID-19
campaign via online.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Individual trades exceed K28 bln at borders in 2019-2020FY H1...COVID AND WOMEN - By UN Secretary -General.....OPINION: "People with disabilities must not be left in response to COVID-19 crisis"......ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of the Second Pyithu Hluttaw" - By Nandar Win
PHOTO: HTEIN NAN NAW..."Impact of globallyterrifying COVID-19 on
economy, consequences and future plans" - Saw Naing (Applied Economics)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Unity, solidarity and kinship needed: State Counsellor...No new COVID-19 cases on Monday, total cases remain at 146...Public contributions to the fund of National-Level Central Committee on Prevention, Control and Treatment of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...Notification on COVID-19 prevention in IDP camps...“People are the key”...Public awareness on possible crimes exploiting Coronavirus Disease-2019 (COVID-19)...Education ministry develops modern equipment for COVID-19 health cares...Online workshop on COVID-19 crisis management held...Commerce Ministry holds video conferencing on ‘doing business’ cooperation...Strong winds wreak
havoc in Kyaukpadaung...President’s Office continues
announcement of illegal drug arrests, seizures action on tip-offs...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Monday 27th April, 2020)...Chinland FC donates medical supplies to health
department in Tiddim.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Commerce Ministry discusses crop export with local traders...Mung bean prices slightly increase in post-Thingyan period; yet market is cool amid coronavirus outbreak - By Nyein Nyein...Manufacturing exports exceed $5.4 bln as of 17 April...Importer, exporter registration
deadline extended up to 30 July...Taninthayi govt discusses measures on handling COVID-19...10 quarantine centres in Myawady ready to
accommodate returnees from Thailand.....OPINION: "Be on alert for
crimes, domestic violence during stay-at-home order".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of the Ministry of Health and Sports" - By Nandar Win
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s words of encouragement for health workers and donors...Two more COVID-19 cases on 26 April, total number cases reach 146...Pyithu Hluttaw
representatives summoned to 16th regular session...COVID-19 Situation Report of Myanmar at 8:00 pm on 26 April...Amyotha Hluttaw
representatives summoned to 16th regular session...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...“People are the key”.....Myanmar Competition Commission issues restrictions on increasing sales...Strong winds damage school, houses in Seikphyu Tsp...People with no regular income in Kawthoung receive fishes, masks from wellwishers...Bago Region reports 10-major crimes with 306 cases in 2019...Mandalay Region conducting preliminary inspections in food factories to resume business...Fresh meat and vegetables home delivery at affordable prices...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 4:00 pm Sunday 26th April, 2020).....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar welcome back over 3,000 returnees from China at Lweje border gate...7 quarantine centres in Mawlamyine ready for returnees from Thailand...Imports up $1.87 bln in current fiscal H1: MOC...WHO warns over virus immunity as global death toll nears 200,000...China seizes over 89 million shoddy face masks...Phone Myint Kyaw wins bronze in Shanghai Feng Yun Club 8 Ball tourney.....OPINION: "Preparation is key to
containing COVID-19 disease in coming rainy season".....ARTICLE: "Tatmadaw’s role in striving for national development
with might and main" - (Translated by TMT)..."Come and visit truly
amazing Kachin land full sources of happiness (2)" - By Thiha, the Traveller @ Thiha Lulin
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Programmes and people in place to implement what is needed; that’s why we can renew our strength: State Counsellor...Stay-At-Home order imposed in Yangon Region’s three townships...Dial 2019 for comprehensive information about COVID-19...Announcement on Extension of the Precautionary Restriction Measures Related to Control of COVID-19 Pandemic until 15 May 2020...484 govt employees quarantined in Nay Pyi Taw Guest House...Visitors carefully scrutinized before entering Nay Pyi Taw...Central Sanpya market accepts fish through sea routes...Rice depots to reopen on 27 April - Rice depots to reopen on 27 April...Rakhine govt holds 4th coord meeting on
measures against Covid-19...Myanmar Competition Commission issues restrictions on increasing sales...Narcotic drugs confiscated in
Mohnyin, Lashio, Mongyawng...Ayeyawady Foundation donates protective chambers for COVID-19 to MoHS...Through Myanmar’s
whole-of-nation approach, our people have and will continue to rise to this new challenge...Notification on COVID-19 prevention in IDP camps...MNL, MPT discuss future processes via video conference...Sunday Comics......EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Korean-based Shinhan Financial Group donates 100 test kits, 300 PPEs ...Announcement for 21 days facility quarantine and 7 days home quarantine...No new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, total number of cases remains 144...Yangon International Airport gets fewer tourists in 2020 Q1.....OPINION: "Public needs to respect COVID-19 stay-at- home rules".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of the Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Population" - By Khin Yadanar and Zaw Oo..."The Measure of a Nation: Myanmar’s “Whole-of-Nation Approach” to Combatting COVID-19" - By U Thaung Tun..."Formerly-built over-bridges to be installed with escalators and roofs in Yangon" - By Tin Win Lay..."A must for democracy: Good Citizenship - By Mg Htike Aung M.A. (English), Yadanabon University (completed M.A. in
2019)..."Thanakha and Summer" - By Ma Su (Anthro) BA (Eng), MA (TEFL), Diploma in Anthropology..."Nothing" - By Johnathan Tun..."The Old Hermit (A COVID-19 story for children)" - By Zaw Tun (Monywa)..."Removing the darkness, Let us decorate the world with colorful lights" - By Edu Lin B.Ed, S.I.O.E ..."Steeped in folklore and tradition" - By Soe Min Paing Dagon University (History) Second Year
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor discusses COVID-19 practical
measures with front-liners of Chin State...Coronavirus: 12 new cases found on Friday, total cases reach 144...Chinese medical team, supplies arrive in Yangon...Updated information on COVID-19...Union Minister Dr Win Myat Aye holds meeting on prevention of hate speech,
incitement to violence...State Counsellor Office responds to
COVID-19 matters in EAO regions...The Republic of the Union of Myanmar Ministry of Commerce...Myanmar migrant workers returning from Thailand to be quarantined...COVID-19 will not slow down peace process: U Zaw Htay...Salt price declines double this year in Mon State...Restrictions for international air services
at Yangon Int’l Airport extended to 15 May...Interest rates lowered
for Mya Sein Yaung Project-based loans...Vehicles donated to Yangon Medical Centre...Eight lawbreakers get action taken in
Taunggyi...Fire Services Dept sprays disinfectants in Ygn townships...Myanmar Gazette Appointment of government
department head...Ministry of Planning, Finance and Industry
Internal Revenue Department State Lottery Division Announcement...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 7:00 pm Friday 24th April, 2020).....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: CBM Governor joins video conferencing among IMF, heads of ASEAN Central banks, finance ministers...Number of trucks entering China reduced to half - By Nyein Nyein...China-Myanmar Cultural and Economic Exchange
Centre hands over 50,000 face masks for Myanmar.....OPINION: "Keeping food supply chains functioning will help people get
through pandemic".....ARTICLE: "Accomplishments of the Ministry of Home Affairs during the fourth year" - By Shin Min PHOTO: KAY KAY (MOHA)..."Kanbawzathadi Royal Palace in Bago" - By Maung Thar
(Archaeology)
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Central Committee on Prevention, Control and
Treatment on COVID-19 holds 2nd meeting...COVID-19 related directives extended till 15 May: State Counsellor...Notification on COVID-19 prevention in IDP camps...Driver killed in AA attack on vehicle of pest services company in Rakhine...COVID-19: MoNREC, well-wishers donate cash, medical supplies...Deputy Construction Minister holds online meetings with Myanmar’s development partners...Bahtoo officers training school graduates 123rd cadet batch...Situation update on COVID-19 surveillance...Total COVID-19 cases reaches 132 on Thursday, nine recovered, five die...Unprovoked AA attack kills civilians in Paletwa...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...Myanmar Competition Commission issues restrictions on increasing sales...Ayeyawady Foundation donates cash, food to hospitals...Rakhine townships get back electricity after weeks of blackout...FDA eases import permit process on six
medical equipment during COVID-19 crisis...50% early entry of Seintalone damages mango market - By Nyein Nyein...Third-time e-licence for 190 import items to be granted: MoC - By Nyein Nyein...Chickpea sells well through online in Monywa...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 4:00 pm Thursday 23rd April, 2020).....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Union Minister U Kyaw Tin participates in video conference of ASEAN-US Special Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on COVID-19...Call for Nominations for the ASEAN Prize 2020...WHO warns ‘long way to go’ in virus crisis, deaths top 180,000.....OPINION: "Stamina required by all to win ‘longdistance run’ during COVID-19 crisis".....ARTICLE: "Fourth year serving the people as Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Irrigation in civilian government administration" - By Thura Zaw / Photos Kyaw Zeya, Aye Than
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor discusses COVID-19 situation
with representatives from labour and industry...Two more COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, total cases reach 123...Condolences to death and
injuries sustained during COVID-19 prevention measures...SWRR ministry donates to assist COVID-19 preparation in Kachin State IDP camps...Cobas 6800 M PCR analyser for COVID-19 tests arrives in Yangon...Passengers use Pansodan-Dala crossing again after Thingyan holiday...Fire ravages cotton warehouse in Muse...MoC Union Minister remarks rice reserve scheme...Myanmar Daily Weather Report
(Issued at 4:00 pm Wednesday 22nd April, 2020)...MNL footballers undergo home training...Healthcare providers get MFF president's onemonth salary.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: China donates 20 ventilators to Myanmar...Covid-19 causes export of onions to China, Bangladesh difficult...Domestic oil prices down by over 50 per cent in Jan-April...Muskmelon fetches high price though transportation charges affect watermelon exports amidst Covid-19 - By Nyein Nyein.....OPINION: "Adapt to change for better management of disasters with COVID-19 measures".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-Year Performances of the Ministry of Border Affairs" - By Naing Linn Kyi Photo: Hein Sithu
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor thanks people on her FB
account for combating COVID-19...Factory inspections for complying with health guidelines begin 20 April before permission to reopen...Govt implements COVID-19 prevention plans at IDP camps, conflict shelters...Announcement on free motivation services for people in Community Based Facility Quarantine, other quarantine...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Nay Pyi Taw Council Order 36/2020...“People are the key”...Healthy stay at home guidelines...Over 300,000 gallons of water distributed in 11 townships in Magway Region...Watermelon trucks remain stuck in Muse-Kyin San Kyawt route...Bago Region to close
factories until end-April in fight against COVID-19...Agro exports exceed $2.16 bln in 2019-2020FY H1.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Israeli Ambassador donates medical supplies to Waibargi Hospital...Industrial Zone for Plateau Fruits, Yunnan Daily donate face masks to MoI...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Sunday 19th April, 2020).....ARTICLE: "Ministry of Transport and Communications: Ensuring smooth travel, efficient information exchange" - By Zin Oo, Khin Yadanar / Photo: Thiha Sithu..."Come and visit truly amazing Kachin land full sources of happiness (1)" - By Thiha, the Traveller @ Thiha Lulin
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DOMESTIC NEWS: All ministries, their agencies, departments and offices shall further encourage all personnel to participate in and support anti-hate speech activities...State Counsellor discusses ground situation
with COVID-19 fighters from Ayeyawady Region...Total number of COVID-19 cases reaches 117 on Monday...Disaster management committee to expand measures against COVID-19...Myanmar Competition Commission issues restrictions on increasing sales...SWRR ministry provides soap, masks to IDP camps...Ministry of Health and Sports speeds up COVID-19 processes...Covid-19 delays trade flow to India despite adequate supplies of mung bean - By Nyein Nyein...Mandalay depot to allow only members for entry
amidst Covid-19...Statement of the Myanmar National Human Rights
Commission (MNHRC) on the Presidential Pardon
Statement No. (3/ 2020)...Workers can file complaints unless employers comply with health guidelines...President’s Office continues
announcement of illegal drug arrests, seizures action on tip-offs...Announcement to recheck systematic registration of SIM cards...Shan United’s midfielder signs for Yangon United...MFF president gives aids to hospitals in Yangon to fight pandemic.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: World Bank to lend $50 mln in Fast-Track Financing for Fighting COVID-19 in Myanmar...UN vehicle carrying swabs from COVID-19 suspects attacked by ULA/AA group in Rakhine, two injured...MEODA initiates online service for cooking oil export, import licence during Covid-19 crisis...Deadline for electricity payment for March extended.....OPINION: "Any kind of hate speech, incitement to violence has no place in a civilized society".....ARTICLE: "Fourth-year performance of Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation" - By Nandar Win Photo: Tar Yar
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi
calls on each citizen to be dutiful...Office of the State Counsellor releases statement expressing sadness over civilian casualties in Rakhine, Chin States...Total number of COVID-19 cases reaches 121 on Tuesday...COVID-19 Call Centre opens daily...Construction Ministry holds discussions on completion of projects amidst COVID-19...COVID-19 meeting discusses speeding up news releases to reduce rumours...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Office of the President Press Release 15/2020...Announcement for 21 days facility quarantine and 7 days home quarantine...All shops to close but food, drugstores allowed to open: Ayeyawady region govt...Collecting rentals of leased hotels deferred for six months...Monywa sees 20 fire outbreaks in 4 townships in four months...Yangon Region government lifts daylight truck ban...Annual inflation rate rises to 9.2 per cent in February...MoC issues over 67,000 COs through online platform so far...Myanmar Daily Weather Report (Issued at 7:00 pm Monday 20th April, 2020)...Shan United prepares to sign defender Win Min Htut.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar participates in inaugural WEF COVID-19 Action Platform for Asia Pacific...MoFA releases statement expressing condolences to UN, WHO, family of Rakhine attack victim...Japan provides test kits, medical gas to support fighting against COVID-19...Coronavirus: latest global developments.....OPINION: "Care for those who care for us".....ARTICLE: "Ministry of Ethnic Affairs' fourth-year performances" - By Nanda Win, Photo: Taya
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"....DOMESTIC NEWS: Greetings from President U Win Myint for Myanmar New Year, State counselor: regarding COVID-19, interventions will begin with legal actions, Chinese medical team calls on Union Minister for Health and Sports, COVID-19 prevention processes ongoing in IDP camps, New Year greetings from interfaith organizations, One-year licence fees exemption granted in tourism sector, Strong winds destroy houses in 4 townships of Sagaing region...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Study shows Iceland got it right with early, widespread virus testing, Doctors think ventilators might harm some COVID-19 patients, Asia virus latest: South Korea election win; Singapore cases surge, Taiwan donates 2 million face masks to Japan, Israel MPs tasked with ending deadlock over unity govt, Chilean author Luis Sepulveda dies of virus in Spain, For Balkan Roma, hunger is the first curse of coronavirus...OPINION: Any threat to public health is a crime...ARTICLE: We must be concerned, but shouldn't be afraid..."
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"....DOMESTIC NEWS: Myanmar New Year Parittas Recitation Ceremony held at Presidential Palace to keep people safe from dangers, from COVID-19, State Counsellor applauds COVID-19 front-liners at Waibargi Specialist Hospital, Myanmar New Year Parittas Recitation Ceremony held at Presidential Palace to keep people safe from dangers, from COVID-19, President pardons over 2,700 Insein inmates, President pardons 1570 Mandalay Prison inmates on New Year, Myaungmya Prison releases 309 inmates, Inmates in Kyaukse quarries released, Strong winds topple houses, religious buildings in Sagaing, Magway, Double earthquakes damage properties in Chin State, Narcotic drugs confiscated in Phakant, Taunggyi...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Asia virus latest: China revises death toll, Duterte threatens crackdown, Prince William admits virus fears for Charles, queen, Germany charts lockdown exit with virus ‘under control’, Iran says 89 virus deaths take total to 4,958, Romanian official appreciates antiepidemic exchanges with China, Trump announces gradual US reopening against dire economic backdrop, China suffers historic contraction as virus paralyses economy, Business insiders believe China-US trade deal to bring opportunities for American soy industry...OPINION: We can defeat COVID-19 crisis with decisive actions...ARTICLE: Let us chant Ratana Sutta Paritta to drive and stamp out of Pandemic COVID-19 from our world ..."
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"....DOMESTIC NEWS: We shall consider all aspects. State will coordinate and direct as needed: State Counsellor, Union Minister Dr Myint Htwe joins web-based seminar on South Korea’s success stories in combatting COVID-19, Stay-at-home orders imposed in Yangon Region’s seven townships, Yangon taxi drivers carry out disinfection campaign, Shwedagon Pagoda continues to close, Over 4,000 gallons of drinking water distributed in Natmauk, Yangon heightens containment measure against COVID-19 spread, MNA to suspend local, foreign flights until 30 April, MSWRR provides soap bars, face masks for IDPs in Sittway amid COVID-19, Posco International Myanmar donates COVID-19 diagnostic kits to MoHS, Strong winds destroy houses, monasteries in pre-monsoon period, Seintalone mangoes fetch better price at China market...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Exit lockdowns with caution to avoid being confined again: experts, TCM aids elderly patients' fight against COVID-19, COVID-19: Latest Developments In Asia, Coronavirus: latest global developments, Japanese customs: a guide in brave new coronavirus world?, Canada funds oil sector environmental cleanup during pandemic, Horrors revealed at virus-hit Canada nursing home, Japan firms making medical gowns, sanitizer amid virus spread, Astronauts land back on Earth transformed by pandemic...OPINION: Stay-at-home orders must be followed for as long as needed...ARTICLE: Primary Health Care Centres are Needed as First-Line Health Facilities in Combatting the Threat of the Coronavirus Crisis ..."
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"....DOMESTIC NEWS:State Counsellor reaches COVID-19 front-liners in Mon State on videoconference call, SWRR ministry coordinates sanitation supplies to IDP camps, Household food distributed to people in Rakhine State, Shan State Chief Minister offers COVID-19 preventive items, funds, Mandalay: Going out without face mask will face fine as of April 17, Gov’t distributes basic foodstuffs in Nay Pyi Taw, Myawady Tsp continues basic supply distribution, Basic food necessities reach Kawlin Township, Awareness campaigns conducted at three IDP camps in Namtu, DRD, UNICEF target nearly 4,000 hand wash basins countrywide, Narcotic drugs confiscated in Taunggyi, Tachilek... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Chinese Taipei unveils recipients of 6M surgical masks donation, Afghan girls try building ventilator from used car parts, Fujifilm boosts Avigan drug production for coronavirus treatment, Japan city seeks raincoats as emergency protection for virus staff, Low-key celebrations for North Korea’s founder in face of virus, Voting for S Korean parliamentary election begins, India allows rural poor to work in virus lockdown, Danish schools begin reopening after month-long closure, Lovelorn Aussie first jailed for breaking virus quarantine, In California, early coronavirus action ‘makes a difference’...OPINION: Knowledge about COVID-19 is power..."
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"....DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor participates in online Special ASEAN Summit, ASEAN+3 Summit on COVID-19, SWRR Ministry discusses COVID-19 preparations in IDP camps... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Stock markets rise as China data beats forecasts, North Korea fires multiple suspected cruise missiles, G-7 to provide debt relief to poor nations amid virus outbreak, China approves trials for two more coronavirus vaccines, Pacific clean-up after homes ‘blown to smithereens’ by superstorm, US eyes virus ‘plateau’ as world weighs cautious reboot... OPINION: Let’s work together for common good...ARTICLE: Thingyan Legends and Thingyan Bulletins..."
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"....DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor: strong immune system important, plans underway to distribute food supplies, Tatmadaw holds second coord meeting on COVID-19, Local staff found guilty in sharing rice ration of IDPs to AA, Transit centres receive more persons under investigation for COVID-19 infection, Union Minister U Kyaw Tin participates in video conference of 25th Meeting of ASEAN Coordinating Council, Union Minister Dr Myint Htwe inspects constructing quarantine facility for COVID-19 patients in Phaunggyi village, MoHT discusses tourism project with Luxembourg development agency, Announcement on free motivation services for people in Community Based Facility Quarantine, other quarantine, Some train services to be suspended during Thingyan holidays: MR... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Americans worry about economy amid pandemic, Americans worry about economy amid pandemic, Coronavirus reaches Yanomami people in Amazon, World tourist trap Italy turns into a coronavirus no-go zone, Drive-through services expand in Japan as coronavirus spreads, French regulator orders Google pay copyright fees to media groups, India’s economic growth seen plunging to multidecade low in FY21, says US investment bank, China vows to support foreign trade firms as virus hits global economy, UN Security Council to meet on coronavirus pandemic, Locked-down Spain celebrates Holy Week with music and humour, Biden-Trump showdown looms after Sanders ends presidential bid...OPINION: The nation must be resilient to overcome COVID-19 challenges...ARTICLE: Returned Myanmar Migrant Workers..."
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"...DOMESTIC NEWS: No new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday after National Laboratory conducts 55 tests, Online training conducted for organizing psychosocial support activities, Market prices stable, take-away system in place in Nay Pyi Taw, Hundreds of donors contribute to COVID-19 prevention, treatment, Hotel staff from islands in Andaman Sea receive health checks as they return Kawthoung, IWT to arrange ferry schedules during Thingyan festival, Farmers get profits as okra price increases, Share prices fall despite high trade volume, Domestic oil prices slide low amid global fallout, Fourth year of Ministry of Education under civilian government...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: New Zealand can put COVID-19 under control: PM, Trump warns ‘toughest week’ ahead as global virus deaths top 60,000, Ukraine battles forest fire in Chernobyl nuclear zone, Coronavirus pandemic ‘amplifying’ poverty in UK...OPINION: Let’s fight COVID-19 together... ARTICLE: Happy Geologists Day!...."
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"....DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor holds meeting with COVID-19 frontline warriors from Magway Region, Well-wishers contribute donations to national COVID-19 committee, MoHS, Announcement on free motivation services for people in Community Based Facility Quarantine, other quarantine, MoI has completed over 90 pc copies of textbooks, says Union Minister, Chinese medical team arrives in Yangon, Natural disaster response plans incorporate COVID-19 precautions, Well-wishers donate trishaw pullers basic foodstuffs, Masks to be produced in Hlinethaya, Shwepyitha industrial zones, Medical, evacuation flights exempted from temporary flight bans, Coronavirus PCR detection kits, viral transport medium kits donated to NHL...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Major cities in Japan appear quiet on 1st day in state of emergency, Spaniards able to recover normal lives after April 26: minister, Italy commune bans mixedsex shopping to stem virus......OPINION: We’re All In This Together...ARTICLE: Reform Activities of the Central Bank of Myanmar..."
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"....DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor discusses COVID-19 measures of Bago Region through video conferencing, Union Minister meets with COVID-19 Clinical Management Team, Mahar Mobile App donates 2000 movies for free, Companies, orgs, public continue donation to COVID-19 Committee, Nay Pyi Taw Council office receives donations of PPE, surgical masks, UMFCCI raises K150 mln for supplying food to public, Fourth year of Ministry of Social Welfare, Relief and Resettlement...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: US navy captain fired for voicing virus concern tests positive: report, Ecuador city runs out of coffins amid COVID-19 crisis, Crowd in ICoast destroys coronavirus test centre, ASEAN leaders set to hold teleconference next week to combatvirus, Monster storm strengthens in Pacific, lashing Vanuatu, Boeing extends factory shutdown in Washington state, Somali, US forces kill 8 alShabab militants...OPINION: Myanmar thanks the local and international community for the outpouring of support to its efforts in combating COVID-19 Pandemic..."
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"....DOMESTIC NEWS: Finance Commission holds 1/2020 meeting, State Counsellor urges people who finish quarantine to follow COVID-19 regulations, VP U Henry Van Thio highlights quality statistics for development policies, Finance Commission holds 1/2020 meeting, Ministry of Health & Sports discusses COVID-19 with nationwide medical professionals, First COVID-19 loans to be disbursed before Thingyan holidays, remaining applications to be given due consideration: MIFER, National COVID-19 committee receives public donations, Thingyan talk-show continues with another thematic film, Fire breaks out in Ye-U Township, Fourth-year performance of Union Auditor-General Office......EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Coronavirus: latest global developments, British PM Johnson fights coronavirus in intensive care, Taliban to end ‘fruitless’ meetings over prisoner swap, Cardinal Pell to walk free from Australian jail after winning appeal...OPINION: Strong community response critical to relieve pain caused by COVID-19..."
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"....DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor discusses ground situation with COVID-19 fighters from Shan State, National COVID-19 committee receives public donations, Viet Nam donates US$ 50,000 to Myanmar COVID-19 prevention, People with irregular income in Pyinmana, Lewei receive foodstuffs for Thingyan period, Kayah State gov’t starts household supply distribution in Loikaw Tsp, Govt’ food ration subsidy scheme launched in Mandalay, Motorcyclist dies in road accident in Pwintbyu Township, Yangon COVID-19 committee discuss household supply distribution, Rakhine State govt distributes household supplies to locals, Yangon gov’t begins supplying foodstuffs to over 600,000 household...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: UN chief calls for Security Council unity over pandemic, South Pacific disease threat follows destructive cyclone, Turkey sends medical aid to Britain, Libya for fight against COVID-19, G-20 energy ministers hold teleconference after output cut agreement...OPINION: Fear is as harmful as the disease..."
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"...DOMESTIC NEWS: Regions, States intensify preventive measures against COVID-19 as infection cases reach 20, Nay Pyi Taw Council chairman presides over COVID-19 awareness talks, Well-wishers donate cash, hospital equipment to COVID-19 national committee, Myanmar National Airlines to fly cargo flights for medical supplies, Co-op stores in Yangon sell commodities at normal price, Nyaungdon Tsp implements COVID-19 prevention processes, MyCO boosts company registration up to 75,000 in 20 months: DICA, Myanmar’s exports to Hong Kong surpass import in 2019-2020FY Q1, Onion growers in Kyaukpadaung unhappy at less profit, Thingyan talk-show on Maung Do Cherry Myay continues, COVID-19 health awareness raised in Mann Oil Field, Minbu... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Thai premier imposes indefinite curfew to curb virus spread, Indonesia frees 18,000 inmates from bursting jails over virus fears, Shenzhen becomes 1st mainland Chinese city to ban dog and cat meat, EU chief ‘concerned’ about Hungary virus emergency law, Global virus cases near a million as Spain sees record deaths, Iran, US heat up war of words on Iraq despite virus pandemic, Combating COVID-19: Scott Morrison announces free childcare program for working parents...OPINION: Higher public participation is key to overcoming COVID-19 challenges ... ARTICLE: Fourth Year Work Progress of Ministry of Construction..."
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"...DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor holds video conference with COVID-19 frontline warriors from Kayin State, COVID-19 emergency response committee holds first coord meeting, Well-wishers donate cash to COVID-19 national committee, ASEAN+3 finance officials discuss economic impact of COVID-19, 4th year performance of the Supreme Court of the Union... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Light at tunnel’s end: Wuhan’s cautious reawakening, Singapore to impose partial lockdown for a month, China-led AIIB to set up $5 billion fund to tackle virus epidemic, Biden says will talk soon with Trump on coronavirus response, No port in a storm: Australia tells virus-stricken cruise ships to go home, Germany reports about 80,000 COVID-19 cases, death toll over 1,000... OPINION: Do our best now in anticipation of worsening situation in the future... ARTICLE: The Supreme Court of the Union is the superior court of record and has supervisory powers over all courts in the Union and its decisions are binding upon all courts...."
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"...DOMESTIC NEWS: This year’s Thingyan message from State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi to the people, Meeting in Yangon seeks means to ensure sufficient supply of essential goods, Yangon hospitals ready to admit Covid-19 patients at specific places, Wastes from quarantine centres incinerated daily: YCDC, 23 fuel oil stations granted across the country in Jan-Feb 2020, WFP reaches displaced people in Paletwa Township, Chin State, KBZ hands over air-flown delivery of medical equipment, supplies to MoHS for fighting COVID-19, Nine killed, 48 injured in Ygn-Mdy highway accidents in March, 4th year performance of the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Culture...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Trump fires intelligence official who played key role in Ukraine complaint, Putin says Russia ready to cooperate on cutting oil production, Two members of Kennedy family missing, Egypt, Sudan joint electricity grid starts operation: Egypt’s cabinet, EU backs US plan for Venezuela transitional government, Video app Zoom rockets to fame, with some hiccups, amid pandemic, Keir Starmer elected new UK Labour leader: party... OPINION: 14-day quarantine, stay home in April called key to defeat COVID-19 in Myanmar... ARTICLE: In order to prevent from occurring religious-based conflicts, bring national reconciliations, and emerge peace, interfaith dialogues were held...."
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"...DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor holds meeting with COVID-19 frontline warriors, Govt calls for youth participation in anti-COVID-19 measures, Daily COVID-19 central-level coord meeting stresses cooperation in prevention, MoHS holds daily meeting on response to COVID-19, AYA SOMPO to donate K 500 mln for frontline health care workers, Ministry of Education discusses future steps along spread of COVID-19, Nay Pyi Taw Council Chairman inspects quarantine facilities, Myanmar-China association donates 20,000 masks to Natmauk General Hospital, Passenger volume slides half in Pansodan-Dala ferry, Over 200,000-tonne fish enters Central Sanpya market: no prices high...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Sixty Australian newspapers to stop printing, COVID-19 awareness videos documented, Japan’s new car sales down 9.3% in March as virus weighs on demand, Auto industry races to make ventilators during virus crisis, Tata Motors reports 84 pc fall in March domestic sales amid COVID-19 lockdown, In supermarket front lines, cashiers fear the worst, Stocks suffer on Trump virus warning, Pandemic pranks off the table on April Fools’ Day, Taiwan to donate 10 million masks to coronavirus-hit countries, COVID-19 makes Pakistan witness its biggest challenge ever, showcases weaknesses in Imran Khan’s govt, Cuba suspends May Day parade over virus worries, US Navy captain says carrier faces dire coronavirus threat, UK govt promises more virus tests as criticism grows, OPINION: Like health workers, people who follow 14day quarantine deserve to be praised as front line warriors ... ARTICLE: Fourth Year performance: Ministry of Electricity and Energy...."
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"...DOMESTIC NEWS: At this time, like in the saying “The farther, the better”, please take care and protect your health and the health of others. Stay at home as much as you can: State Counsellor, H&T Union Minister, Luxembourg team discuss projects in Myanmar, Union Minister Dr Win Myat Aye discusses coordination in Covid-19 emergency responses, Tatmadaw to provide resources in fighting against Covid-19, Religious places temporarily closed in Kalaw amid Covid-19, Thanakha submitted to UNESCO for intangible cultural heritage, Worldwide lockdown hardens as Spain sees deadliest day, Macron announces push to produce coronavirus masks, ventilators... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: India to import more beans, pulses from Myanmar in 2020-21FY, Rice export price surges amid Covid-19, Sino-Myanmar bilateral trade values at $4.5 bln in 2019-2020FY Q1, Well-wishers donate bedding for Covid-19 patients in Waibargi Hospital, Union Construction Minister holds meetings on project implementations, Thailand to shut down Phuket airport for 20 days amid COVID-19 outbreak, Nineteen killed in massive China forest fire, Huawei posts strong growth but warns ‘most difficult year’ ahead, Four missing after fishing boats capsize off south China coast...OPINION: Playing the market is breaking the law
... ARTICLE: Q & A on coronaviruses (COVID-19)...."
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"...DOMESTIC NEWS: Hotels, restaurants disinfected after 8th confirmed COVID-19 patient visited, Central Level Meeting on Containment and Prevention of COVID-19 held in Nay Pyi Taw, Essential foodstuffs, medicines shops remain open in Mandalay markets, Banana yields high, but its price falls, Tatmadaw True News Team holds press conference in Nay Pyi Taw... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Moody’s cuts South Africa’s credit ratings to junk, Major security forum in Singapore cancelled due to COVID-19, Russia to close border amid virus crisis, Mental health and psychological resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, Spotlight: FDA warns against using Chloroquine intended for fish as treatment for COVID-19, Pope faces coronavirus ‘tempest’ alone in St Peter’s Square, Europe’s virus toll surges, world plunges into recession, ‘Corona criminals’ prey on Europe’s virus fears, Trump signs $2 trillion recovery plan as US virus cases skyrocket, New York medical workers decry ‘abysmal’ lack of coronavirus protection, US civil rights leader Joseph Lowery dies aged 98, China’s virus epicentre eases travel restrictions after lockdown, Indonesia’s capital extends emergency response over coronavirus...OPINION: Any threat to the public’s health is a crime... ARTICLE: The coronavirus pandemic has driven the global economy into a downturn that will require massive funding to help developing nations: IMF ...."
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"...DOMESTIC NEWS: BPI factory doubles sanitizer, ethanol production, Public places, religious buildings in Kawthoung disinfected to prevent COVID-19, SWRR ministry discusses needs in COVID-19 prevention, Water, disinfectants sprayed in Pabedan Township, MoHS calls for public participation, understanding in measures against COVID-19, Chickpea demand up as local consumption rises, Bago regional residents donate medical supplies to fight Covid-19, Dala markets regularly cleaned, disinfected, Illegal drugs seized in Phaungpyin Tsp, State agencies, trade bodies discuss measures on stability of market prices, Rakhine State government holds coordination meeting over Covid-19, Why the Novel Coronavirus became a social media nightmare...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Virus fears spark Thailand prison riot, The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the global economy, S. Korea to impose mandatory quarantine for all arrivals from Wed, Chinese medical team arrives in Laos to help fight COVID-19, Malaysia locks down 2nd COVID-19 red zone to curb virus spread, North Korea fires two shortrange ‘ballistic missiles’ into sea, Israel’s Netanyahu, Gantz see ‘significant progress’ toward unity govt, German minister commits suicide after ‘virus crisis worries’, Trump gives up quarantine on New York, CDC issues travel advisory over COVID-19...OPINION: Show respect to health workers at the frontlines in battling COVID-19 pandemic... ARTICLE: India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi apologised to citizens for the sweeping 21-day lockdown that has brought the country of 1.3 billion people to a halt, leaving many migrant workers jobless and penniless...."
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"...DOMESTIC NEWS: MoFA, MoIC meet to fight COVID-19, National Covid-19 committee receives donations of well-wishers, ARSA explosive kills two in Maungtaw, Covid-19 unpacks Bagan city, temples, Stalls close to prevent COVID-19 spread in YGN, Stimulant tablets seized in Nawnghkio Township, Over 160 export, import items to get online licence in April... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Chinese Embassy, Jack Ma Foundation, Alibaba Foundation donate Covid-19 medical supplies, Taliban kill dozens of Afghan forces in two attacks, 1 dead, 127 injured after train derails in central China, Trump says US won’t pay Harry and Meghan security, Indigenous leaders issue plea for COVID pandemic protection, UK medical fetish site donates equipment to NHS staff, NGOs press drug firm Gilead over potential virus treatment, Facebook offers $100 mn to help virus-hit news media, Calls grow for Japan PM to declare state of emergency over virus, Tokyo-bound medical evacuation plane catches fire in Manila, kills 8, North Korea says tested ‘super-large’ rocket launchers, Japanese comedian Shimura dies of coronavirus-related pneumonia, Country music star Joe Diffie dies of coronavirus, G-20 trade ministers hold emergency talks on coronavirus impact, Hungary’s Orban seeks sweeping new powers in virus fight... OPINION: Immediate loan programme to ease economic impact of COVID-19 on industries... ARTICLE: Coronavirus: latest global developments...."
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"...HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw approves JICA, IDA, EDCF loans on final day of 15th regular session...DOMESTIC NEWS: MoHS continues daily COVID-19 coord meeting, Returnees from Thailand can face action unless reporting to authorities under disaster law, Voice of Myanmar nationals returning from Thailand, Message of Greetings from Commander in Chief of Defence Services Senior General Min Aung Hlaing on the occasion of the 75th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee of Armed Forces Day on 27 March 2020, Thingyan talk-show continues filming, Bean market in Mandalay going strong amid global pandemic, Latha Township sprays disinfectants to fight coronavirus, Over 4,000 to buy apartments in Mya Yee Nanda affordable housing complex, Bridges construction completes more than half in Sagaing Region, Football fans of MNL clubs give away cash, hand gels to locals, EXTERNAL RELATIONS: British study shows unknowns of COVID-19 spread, Antimalarial drug no better than standard coronavirus care: study, Japan to impose entry ban on 21 European countries, Iran, Fake cures, risky rumours: virus misinformation hits home, Will coronavirus bump web traffic into the slow lane?, Gold sparkles in COVID-19 shadow, Nine doctors die from coronavirus in Philippines, Singapore unveils 2nd stimulus package to tackle virus crisis, G20 in virtual huddle as virus toll tops 21,000, Warring sides in Yemen back calls for coronavirus ceasefire, Flying aid to virus-hit Italy, Moscow flexes soft power...OPINION: Stay at community based quarantine called key to preventing spread of Covid-19... ARTICLE: China’s Xi calls for tariff cuts at G20 virus talks ..."
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"...HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Pyithu Hluttaw concludes 15th regular session, Amyotha Hluttaw concludes 15th regular session... DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor chairs meeting of NationalLevel Central Committee on Prevention, Control and Treatment of Coronavirus Disease, Well-wishers donate cash to fight against coronavirus, Tripartite discussions focus on lessening Covid-19 impacts, National-level committee to implement resettlement, closures of IDP camps, MP to issue new commemorative stamps on Armed Forces day, RTAD suspends its operation to avert Covid-19 danger, TVT provides free delivery service to elderly, sick in Mandalay, Taninthayi Tourism Committee grants licence for hotel worth K800 mln, Shwedagon Pagoda reduces pilgrimage hours to seven, Factories in Thilawa SEZ continue operations, Myanmar migrant workers return from Thailand for five consecutive days... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Social media sees virus solidarity bloom in UK, Huawei Claims No.1 Spot in European Patent Office Ranking 2019; Reaffirms its Leadership in Tech-innovation, Trump intends to reopen economy in 3 weeks despite fears for failure in containing COVID-19, S Korea’s export volume posts double-digit growth in February, India to lock down whole country to battle coronavirus, Malaysia extends national lockdown by 2 weeks to curb virus spread, Malaysia extends national lockdown by 2 weeks to curb virus spread, White House, Senate agree on $2 trillion coronavirus rescue plan, Saudi King to chair G20 video summit on coronavirus tomorrow, Turkey charges 20 Saudis over Khashoggi murder... OPINION: Seek ways through negotiation for tackling COVID-19 impacts on labour sector,
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"...HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Pyithu Hluttaw receives veterinary health, national library bills, Amyotha Hluttaw passes Myanmar Telecommunication Commission Bill... DOMESTIC NEWS: MoHS’s nationwide coordination and command centres come into operation to monitor Covid-19, Tatmadaw families donate for COVID-19, MIFER Union Minister U Thaung Tun receives World Bank Country Director Gevorg Sargsyan, Covid-19 affects Mandalay Zay Cho trading, Yangon 6 townships test run Smart Parking project, National Literary, Sarpay Beikman selection committees hold annual first meeting in Yangon, Migrant workers receive health care, monitoring as they return Myanmar, Investigation group into Rakhine crimes holds second meeting, Yangon Region receives protective equipment donation for COVID-19, US orders first shutdown of website over coronavirus fraud, ... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: China transfer fund for 22 projects to be implemented in Myanmar under Mekong-Lancang Cooperation Special Fund, MIFER Union Minister, ADB Country Director discuss ADB projects, assistance to mitigate economic fallout from COVID-19, Yunnan Province donates 60,000 masks to Myanmar, Celebrities hit by the coronavirus, TCM treatment effective on over 90 pct of COVID-19 patients on China’s mainland: official, Over 400 cruise ship visits cancelled at Japan ports over coronavirus, Trillion-dollar US economic rescue package crashes in Senate, Emirates reverses decision to suspend all passenger flights... OPINION: Stay united in preventing, controlling Coronavirus infection, ...ARTICLE: Extensive Rural Development Needed..."
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"...HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw approves World Bank loan, grant for MoHS... DOMESTIC NEWS: People are requested not to panic, but to remain calm and follow the advice from the health authorities on COVID-19: State Counsellor, Union Minister U Soe Win discusses emergency loan for Covid-19, MSWRR to draw project plan for COVID-19 prevention, control at IDP camps, Disaster management committee donates K100 mln for anti-Covid-19 measures, ROK embassy hands over Covid-19 protective gear to Myanmar, MRTV to broadcast Thingyan talk show programme, Stimulant tablets seized in Kachin State, ACC prosecutes Danubyu Township Court’s lawyer, clerk for briber, Sale of glazed earthenware mortars up in Pathein, Muse trading resumes 75% of rice, sugar exports to China, MRF reaffirms sufficient rice stock in domestic market... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Japanese Govt funds upgrading Maungtaw Hospital, Medical services, ROK embassy hands over Covid-19 protective gear to Myanmar, Coronavirus: an enemy with many allies at home, Britain urges public to respect coronavirus lockdown, Africa’s weak health systems face escalating virus peril, Spanish soldiers find bodies in retirement homes, Combating COVID-19: Complete lockdown in West Bengal till 31 March... OPINION: Not panic, but united in facing COVID-19 crisis, ...ARTICLE: China-Myanmar Lancang-Mekong Cooperation enjoy Great Prospects ..."
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Meditation centre to be used as Covid-19 quarantine site, MoHS recommends self-quarantine to migrant returnees from Thailand, Chaungtha to get sheltercum-school soon, Anti-Covid-19 measures stepped up in industrial zones, Tatmadaw holds press conference on drug seizures, ceasefire, Covid-19, Awareness campaigns for COVID-19 conducted at philanthropic centres in Nay Pyi Taw, Police seizes illegal drugs in three townships, Jaipur Foot Artificial Limb Fitment Camp inaugurated in Myanmar... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myawady-Thai border gates closed, First French hospital doctor dies of coronavirus, Will coronavirus slow the world’s conflicts — or intensify them?, Bars closed? House parties and happy hours move online, Asia steps up virus efforts as second wave of infections strikes, Maoist rebels gun down 17 Indian polic, Powerful quake damages buildings in Croatia capita, Crisis-hit Venezuelans turn to homemade remedies to fight virus, Rwanda imposes shutdown as infections jump across Africa, South Korea drive-in cinemas enjoy sales boom over virus fears, US airlines warn of ‘draconian’ steps if Congress fails to help... OPINION: Workers left unemployed by factories entitled to social security benefits by 2012 Social Security Law ...ARTICLE: World Meteorological Day By Kyaw Lwin Oo (Moe Zala)..."
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"..DOMESTIC NEWS: Border towns ramp up COVID-19 prevention , Aid from Chin State Government arrives in Tiddim, Gov’t discusses COVID-19 preparedness in IDP camps with UN agencies, Kayah State government pushes forward with COVID-19 prevention, Authorities alert public on COVID-19 via megaphones, Trimonthly inspection of Muse-China border complete, Myanmar-Thai Friendship Bridge 1 accepts over a thousand returning citizens, Regional govt orders temporary shutdown of Ayeyawady beaches, Merchants sell basic food stuff directly to people, YRTA exempts daily management funds from YBS companies, Korean Co to produce gold, silver jewellery through CMP system, Narcotic drug seized in Homalin, Tachilek... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: WHO Director-General calls on G20 to Fight, Unite, and Ignite against COVID-19, US tops world in virus cases, Life under lockdown - practical tips from the UN, ‘Printing money’: booming mask producers in China meet global demand, Korean Air chief defeats ‘nut rage’ sister’s challenge, Sony expects to fall short of projected earnings due to virus spread, Renewable energy projects get huge relief amidst COVID-19, British PM Boris Johnson tests positive for COVID-19: official, Prince Harry and Meghan now based in California: report, Virus cases spike on US aircraft carrier: media, Denmark increases COVID-19 test capacity as infections exceed 2,000, India’s central bank slashes interest rates as virus spreads...OPINION: Those breaking public health order can face jail time,... ARTICLE: Asia virus latest: China bans foreigners, markets up on stimulus..."
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Donors present cash, medicines, equipment for COVID-19 prevention, Myanmar still free of COVID-19 despite rising cases in neighbors, Centre for Myanmar Affairs Studies holds meeting, Kayin State intensifes COVID-19 prevention campaign amidst increase in number of homecoming people from Thailand, About 60 doctors join forces as volunteers for COVID-19 control and treatment, Out of 194 WHO-member countries, 177 are seeing COVID-19 outbreak, and only 17 including Myanmar free from cases, Mandalay-Myitkyina air suspension train starts operations, Myanmar issues new restrictions against visitors from countries where COVID-19 infection increases... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Thailand shutters Kawthoung-Ranong port borders, With churches closing, US priest offers drive-thru confessions, IOC chief rebuts growing calls for 2020 Olympic postponement, Pentagon successfully tests hypersonic missile, WADA issues dope testing guidelines amid coronavirus pandemic, Iran frees French researcher in apparent prisoner swap, Nearly one billion people confined to homes globally to curb virus, Air Canada to lay off more than 5,000 flight attendants: union, Delta warns of 80% revenue drop as US carriers fear doom, Country music legend Kenny Rogers dies at 81...OPINION: Redoubling our efforts with bold approach to prevent COVID-19 ...ARTICLE: No need to be panicky By Khin Maung Myint.."
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"...HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw concludes voting on proposed amendments to Constitution... .DOMESTIC NEWS:Nippon Foundation pledges $ 23.6 mln for Kayin, Mon states development, Thanlyin People’s Hospital receives K11 mln to combat COVID-19, Over 300,000 University, College students sit for 1st-semester exams, COVID-19 central committee’s daily meeting continues on video conferencing, Tatmadaw troops thwart AA group surrounding Meewa Camp in Paletwa, T& C Ministry, KOICA sign RoD to establish VIMS, Union Civil Service Board suspends training courses, Thai-Myanmar friendship bridge (1) closed for 14 days...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Former Google engineer agrees to plead guilty to secrets theft, Virus-hit Air New Zealand offered US$515 mn bailout, Malaysia to deploy military to enforce coronavirus lockdown order, At least 24 Afghan security forces killed in insider attack, India hangs four over 2012 Delhi bus gang-rape, Greece battling virus with austerity-hit health system, Paralysis for Latin America with Argentine lockdown, Rio beach closures, Anxiety grows for Egypt jail inmates at time of virus shutdowns, OPINION: Heeding expert advice, acting responsibly, key to weathering a possible COVID-19 outbreak ...ARTICLE:The challenges and opportunities of e-Govt reform By James Owe..."
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw votes on constitutional amendment, discusses IDA loan for health sector...DOMESTIC NEWS: Hluttaw representatives donate daily allowance for COVID-19, MoALI, JICA sign for Agricultural Crop Value Chain Project, Myanmar border checkpoints temporarily closed to foreign nationals,YCDC confirms ‘no closure’ of markets in Yangon amid Covid-19 fears, 11 returnees accepted at Nga Khu Ya Reception Centre, Melon exports resume in Myanmar-China border, Celebrities join Covid-19 awareness programmes of MRTV, MoE takes steps to ensure healthcare during matric exams, Over 300,000 students sit for 1st semester exams of higher education, UCSY takes preventive measures for COVID-19, Over 160,000 sit for matriculation exam for eighth day, DICA: Real estate records second highest FDI share of over US$600 mln, MIC grants permission for Zwekapin cable car project, MRDD to provide sufficient drinking water to 51 villages in Mandalay Region, Monywa bans temporary entry for tourists at Commodity Depot, Omni Focus slashes time schedules of five YBS routes... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: ADB Announces $6.5 Billion Initial Response to COVID-19 Pandemic, World wages 'war' on virus as China offers ray of hope, Millions could die if virus allowed to spread unchecked: UN chief, ASEAN leaders’ summit postponed until late June amid virus crisis, SpaceX plans first manned flight to space station in May, Thai hospitals deploy ‘ninja robots’ to aid virus battle, Scientists establish new plant genome engineering system, Image captured by Hubble Space Telescope can reveal the origin of massive stars, Companies hit pause button as coronavirus infects economy...OPINION: Today is not a time to panic, but to take action ...
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw approves single constitutional amendment... DOMESTIC NEWS: Myanmar expected to finalize draft report of Universal Periodic Review in May, UEC Chairman receives delegates from ERCB’s member organization, Working Committee meets to address the impact of COVID-19 on country’s economy, MoTC presents contingency plan for marine pollution to national disaster management committee, MoHS to use $10.7 mln international funds for COVID-19 prevention measures, Myanmar Rice Federation strives for stable rice market, Mon State government to halt Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda festival, Innwa Bank opens 66th branch in Chauk... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar’s booming tech industry gets film treatment, Germany says virus vaccine research not for sale, Scientists map immune system’s response to COVID-19, Tech giant Tencent sees profit jump, may benefit from virus, Fujifilm shares soar after China backs drug to treat virus, Turkey, Germany, France, UK discuss Syria’s Idlib, coronavirus via teleconference, Greece to restrict migrant camp movements in virus measure, White House, Fed rolling out big plans to save US economy, Oil crash piles pressure on virus-hit Saudi economy, IMF rejects crisis-hit Venezuela’s request for $5 bn virus aid, ADB announces 6.5 bln USD initial response to COVID-19 pandemic...OPINION: Effective measures called key to lessen economic impact of COVID-19 ... ARTICLE: COVID-19: CAPACITY-BUILDING AND SELF-LEARNING ...
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2020-03-20
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw discusses bills, votes on constitutional amendment... DOMESTIC NEWS: Local administration offices to form committees on anti-Covid-19 measures, National Renewable Energy Committee holds 3rd coordination meeting, SWRR Ministry takes steps to close Kyauktalone IDP Camp in Kyaukpyu, More raw materials arrive in Myanmar for garment factories, Dala ferry runs regularly with 30,000 daily commuters amid COVID-19, MoLIP sends over 27,000 workers to eight countries in February, Butter bean growers suffer price cuts in Pwintbyu Township, Factory operators can face legal actions unless complied with MIL... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Japan to ask visitors from Europe to self-quarantine for 14 days, Coronavirus gives US banks a shot at redemption, Dow falls below 20,000 for 1st time in 3 years, European, Asian stocks steady after virus sparks US collapse, UN report calls for political mission in Darfur, ‘Elderly hour’ in Aussie stores as panic-buying continues, G7 pledge to ‘do whatever it takes’ to safeguard economy, US drops case against Russian firm accused of 2016 election meddling, Tom Hanks released from hospital after virus quarantine, France locks down as global virus panic spreads...OPINION: Urgent and aggressive measures needed to prevent COVID-19 spread ... ARTICLE: COVID-19: Golden prospects on the Yangon stock exchange...
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2020-03-19
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Category (1) proposals to amend Constitution not passed, Pyidaungsu Hluttaw Joint Bill Committee holds meeting... DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor’s televised message to public on prevention, control and treatment measures against COVID-19, UEC holds preparatory meeting for 2020 General Election, Tatmadaw donates aid to people, governmental staff in Paletwa Township, Villagers injured in fighting between Tatmadaw, AA receive treatment at Matupi Hospital, Over 750,000 sit for matriculation exam on fifth day, AA armed group attacks security forces in MraukU, Kyauktaw townships, Over 100 cinemas shut down in fear of COVID-19... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: EU leaders to hold coronavirus videoconference Tuesday, Spanish king distances himself from scandal-hit father, Dutch queue for cannabis as coronavirus closes cafes, Biden, Sanders attack Trump on virus — and spar on record, Fans to be asked not to watch Japan Olympic torch relay from roadside, Germany says virus vaccine research not for sale, Israel’s ex-army chief Gantz gets shot at forming government, Thailand to enter partial lockdown to combat COVID-19, Japan man faces verdict in murder of 19 at disabled care home...OPINION: People are the key to overcoming any challenge ... ARTICLE: COVID-19: We Will Come Through This Together...
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2020-03-17
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DOMESTIC NEWS: MoHS holds coordination meeting on preventive measures against COVID-19, Commerce Minister visits new trade center in Yangon, Union Construction Minister inspects Yangon-Dala bridge project, Union Minister Dr Win Myat Aye discusses COVID-19 preventive measures, MoALI constructs new fisheries training institute in Twantay, 56 well-wishers donate cash, medical items to prevent COVID-19, Dr Tin Shwe Literary Award selects outstanding works, Mandalay rice merchants to meet demand amidst public fears on virus, Sagaing Region produces 3,000 tonnes of honey a yea, Police seizes narcotic drugs in five townships, Yangon Stock Exchange makes final preparation for foreign investors... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Israel postpones Netanyahu graft trial over virus, UK defends virus plan as ‘wartime’ measures loom, Unlike 2008, world’s economic doctors feud over cure, Coronavirus to cut foreign visitors’ spending in Japan by $9 bil, Apple to close all stores worldwide outside of China for two weeks, Coronavirus: Nike closes stores in US and some other countries, Coronavirus: Nike closes stores in US and some other countries, The virus claims a victim at the UN: personal diplomacy, Chaos at US airports as medical screenings jam up returning Americans, Philippines closes off capital to fight virus...OPINION: Preparing for gales, UV exposure in early summer months ... ARTICLE: Avoid Teaching to the Test ...
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2020-03-16
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Working Committee holds meeting to address impact of COVID-19 on country’s economy, Thanlyin Bridge-3 construction inspected by Union Minister, Mini oil refinery starts test run in Taungtha, handles 30,000 gals of crude oil per day, MITC in Yangon starts serving as trade link, MoHS Union Minister attends medical equipment donation ceremony at YGH, Mandalay introduces smart pay system for taxpayers, Thanlyin Bridge-3 construction inspected by Union Minister, Local toddy chair makers happy with increased incomes, Myanmar’s rice stocks exceed local consumption, Local residents from Letpadan earn extra income by selling grass brooms... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Myanmar-Bangladesh trade up $289 mln, Most travelers entering New Zealand must self-isolate: Ardern, Coronavirus curfew shuts down cities in Iraq’s Kurdish region, Syria death toll 384,000 after nine years of war: monitor, Lebanon’s Hezbollah won’t oppose IMF aid under ‘reasonable conditions’: chief, Kansai Electric names new president following gift scandal, Australian medical mercy dash for American in Antarctica, New station opens on Tokyo’s iconic Yamanote loop rail line, US declares virus emergency as new epicenter Europe locks down, Guinea sets March 22 for controversial constitutional referendum, Some Rome churches reopen after angry pope steps in, Swiss army says preparing to deploy to assist virus fight, Former NATO chief Javier Solana has coronavirus, Western couple abducted in Burkina in 2018 found alive in Mali, Curfew to be imposed in Manila from Sun. to prevent virus spread, S. Korea adds 107 new coronavirus cases, total tops 8,000, Pakistan seals borders with Iran and Afghanistan over virus scare... OPINION: No concerns about food, even if Covid-19 spreads ... ARTICLE: Fight against Fakes
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2020-03-15
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw rejects amendments to 14 provisions of 2008 constitution...DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor attends 18th Union Peace Dialogue Joint Committee meeting, UEC Chair meets Carter Centre delegation, Election observer workshop held in Nay Pyi Taw, Ministries contemplate preparations, responses to COVID-19, Union Education Minister visits matriculation exam centres in Mon State, UPDJC Secretariat holds 26th meeting, MoHS strives to maintain ‘zero case’ of COVID-19 in Myanmar, Transporting cargo on third Yangon-Cocokyun trip will attract fee: YRTA, UMFCCI to request setting up of national committee to reduce COVID-19 impact, Over 900,000 sit for matriculation exam on second day... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Senior General Min Aung Hlaing receives JapanMyanmar Friendship Association Chair, Deputy Minister for Commerce attends 26th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Retreat Meeting, COVID-19: India-Myanmar border trade plunges due to border closure, India shuts all entry points for a month, Asia stocks sink after US bans Europe travel on virus, Low oil prices heighten global oil and gas companies’ financial risks: Moody’s, Europe furious over Trump’s unilateral travel ban, Bank of Japan to downgrade economic view at policy meeting: sources, Scrapping Japan cherry blossom ‘like taking hugs away from Italians’: Tokyo gov, China shuts down Everest over coronavirus, Hong Kong, China dismiss US human rights report, Iraq fears escalation after deadly rocket attack, air strike, Violence as Chile marks Pinera’s two years in power, Emir’s fall shows limits for Nigerian traditional rulers... OPINION: Promoting animal health awareness would help livestock farmers ... ARTICLE: Coronavirus is a 'controllable pandemic': WHO
, Promoting animal health awareness would help livestock farmers ...
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Religious titles conferred on Sanghas, nuns, lay devotees, Job opportunities must be created for local engineers: Union Minister, MoALI, Ayeyawady government discuss flood control measures, Shwedagon Pagoda marks 2608th anniversary on Full Moon Day of Tabaung, EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Thailand-Myanmar border trade climbs to $1.59 bln in current FY, Dollar exchange rate continues to decline on weak global cues, China may soon lift quarantine on virus-hit Hubei province: official, Glamour and equality in Thailand at world’s top transgender pageant, Trump refuses to halt rallies as coronavirus surges, Hospitality gives way to hostility for migrants to Greece, UK seeks to ‘deliver on promises’ in first post-Brexit budget...OPINION: Patient safety is paramount
... ARTICLE: Traditional Writing “Tablets..”
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2020-03-14
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYIDAUNGSU HLUTTAW: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw to discuss confirmation on Home Affairs Minister nominee, Pyidaungsu Hluttaw Joint Bill Committee holds meeting... DOMESTIC NEWS: President meets locals, inspects hydropower project in Heho, Taunggyi, Closing ceremony of Ethnics Culture Festival 2020 held, Central Committee on 2019 Novel Coronavirus convenes daily coordination meeting, EXTERNAL RELATIONS: State Counsellor receives Ambassador, Special Rep of Foreign Ministry of Sweden, UEC Chairman leaves for Republic of India, VP U Henry Van Thio meets with ROK Prime Minister, visits War Memorial of Korea, State Counsellor receives Kazakhstan Ambassador, Union Minister U Kyaw Tin receives Sweden Ambassador, Vice Senior General Soe Win attends 11th DefExpo in India, Union Minister U Thein Swe receives French ambassador, IDEMIA Vice President, Union Minister for Commerce attends Illicit Trade Forum in Geneva, Corporate governance regulations to be instituted in April: Ministry, Authorities raising awareness on CNG safety after 3 tank explosions in 16 years, Gulf of Mottama to get mangrove cover: U Phyo Min Thein , Boat laden with teak seized off Kawthoung, Merkel calls shock farright vote in Thuringia state ‘unforgivable’, In political triumph, Trump acquitted in impeachment trial,....OPINION: Need realistic disaster risk financing facility for farmers... ARTICLE: World leaders, experts warn against discrimination caused by coronavirus epidemic...
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Category (4) of Constitution amendment proposals falls short of required votes, Pyidaungsu Hluttaw Joint Bill Committee holds meeting ... DOMESTIC NEWS:Central Committee to establish Myanmar-China border economic cooperation zone holds 5th coord meeting, Information Ministry clarifies work agenda for 2020 general elections, Over 900,000 sit for matriculation exam on third day, Train schedules to change once air-spring train starts running on Myitkyina-Mandalay line... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: State Counsellor delivers speech at Advancing HIV Prevention Agenda event in Nay Pyi Taw, MoHS holds COVID-19 meeting with affiliated organization, Japan's Diet gives Abe power to declare emergency amid viral fears, North Korea poses greater threat with more ICBM tests, says US commander, Ardern says racist threat lingers after New Zealand mosque attack, S Korean nurses’ bandages become badges of honour, Foreigners, migration to blame for coronavirus spread, Netanyahu, Gantz discuss creation of unity government to fight Covid-19, Japan looks to downgrade key economic assessment amid virus outbreak...OPINION: Spreading rumours, fake news on social media punishable under law ...
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DOMESTIC NEWS: UPDJC secretary’s group meeting, UPDJC meeting to be held on 10, 12 March respectively,MSWRR Union Minister meets town/village-based volunteers in Pyapon, Dedaye, Old stamps, coins, bank notes on display to mark Yangon University’s 100th anniversary, Authorities accept migrant workers handed over by Thailand after COVID-19 test, Illegal teak lumber confiscated in Ottwin Township, Power of glasses can now be reduced with Femto Lasik technology... EXTERNAL RELATIONS:Union Minister U Kyaw Tin pays official visit to Lao PDR Laos donates US$ 50,000 for humanitarian assistance in Rakhine State,Myanmar, Korea to cooperate in transport sector,Myanmar earns $4.6 bln from total border trade,Pope goes livestream to fight viral epidemic, Turkey to stop migrants from risky Aegean sea crossings, Guyana president urged not to claim election victory, Coronavirus cases hit 100,000 as cruise ship fears grow, Malaysia gets new attorney general after change of gov’t, Two apartment buildings in South Korea quarantined over virus, China exports plunge on coronavirus epidemic...OPINION: End all forms of discrimination against women, girls to raise human rights standards... ARTICLE: Tabaung, the month of Sand Pagoda Festival
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DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor meets with locals in Dabayin, Shwebo townships, Consumer rights campaign aimed to promote labeling commodities, 910,273 students sit for Myanmar subject on first day of matriculation exam, National Water Resources Committee gets closer to finalizing national water bill, Ministry of Information holds meeting for voter education, More buses to run for students’ convenience on exam days, Students take first day of 2020 matric exam in Insein Prison, Four state pillars discuss public access to information, media freedom, Quality local films to hit theatres next month, Jewellery traders facing cooling market due to COVID-19, Mineral exports cross $1 bln in Oct-Feb, Union Ministers hold talks with anti-money laundering group... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Lithuania seeks to heal Soviet trauma after 30 years of freedom, Beijing says all international arrivals must quarantine for 14 days, Cardinal Pell lawyers say child sex conviction ‘wrong’, UK health minister tests positive for coronavirus, Biden says fighting for US ‘soul’ after big primary wins, Netanyahu rival set for official protection after threats... OPINION: ... Urgent need to finalize National Water Law to end summer shortage ... ARTICLE: Yangon National Library -- Where Urban and Literary Heritage ConvergeBy ...
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2020-03-14
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DOMESTIC NEWS: Progress on ICOE recommendations for Rakhine reviewed in Sittway, MoALI strives for sustainable development in agro-based sectors, MoHS bolsters defence mechanism to prevent COVID-19, Myanmar Scout Association meets for work plans, Devotees, locals gather around Mann Shwe Settaw Pagoda festival on Full Moon of Tabaung, Narcotic drugs seized in townships in Shan, Kachin states, COVID-19: 16 factories shut down due to shortfall in raw materials...EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Domestic gold price declines tracking USD drop, Malaysia’s new PM appoints Cabinet, rewards supporters, Bootleg booze kills 27 in Iran after virus ‘cure’ rumours, Man arrested in Japan for smuggling 240-kg drugs from Canada, 70 pct of COVID-19 infections in China has recovered: WHO, White House not restricting activities due to virus: spokeswoman, Battle against virus could last beyond year-end: Japan gov’t panel, Blasts in Afghanistan as feuding leaders hold separate oath ceremonies, Twitter strikes deal with investors, ending bid to oust Dorsey, Amazon offers cashierless tech to rival retailers, Senior high schools reopen in China’s Qinghai after outbreak, North Korea fires multiple projectiles: South’s military, One last event before Harry and Meghan bow out, Markets plunge, Italy locked down as virus spreads, Oil crash sparks ‘Black Monday’ meltdown on virus-hit markets, China closes makeshift hospitals as virus cases plunge, Embassies close in North Korea as diplomats evacuated over virus, India’s Yes Bank founder arrested on money laundering allegations...OPINION: It’s time for people to make efforts to prevent, prepare for COVID-19
... ARTICLE: How the coronavirus has hit global sport ...
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw vote on proposals for constitutional amendment...DOMESTIC NEWS: State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi holds public meetings in Lashio, PyinOoLwin, UEC Chairman receives International IDEA Regional Director, Union AttorneyGeneral receives MyJustice team, State Counsellor opens upgraded facility of Lashio General Hospital, State Counsellor inspects Lashio General Hospital, meets with local people in PyinOoLwin, State Counsellor holds public meetings in Lashio, PyinOoLwin, Drug Control: More cooperative efforts needed for drug education programmes, MoHS holds daily meeting on preventing, controlling Coronavirus infection, MNA adds one more flight between Yangon and Rakhine State, ECAM to serve as safe platform for e-commerce businesses, Growers pleased with rise in sugarcane price... EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Italy locks down as China signals major progress in virus fight, Rights groups condemn 10-year jail term for Vietnam blogger...OPINION: Finding common ground would lessen risks ... ARTICLE: Redressing land confiscation issues in Myanmar...
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HLUTTAW SESSIONS:- PYIDAUNGSU HLUTTAW: Pyidaungsu Hluttaw concludes debates on Constitutional amendments, voting to start next week.....OTHER DOMESTIC NEWS: Central Sangha Working Committee Meeting: State Counsellor supplicates matters relating to Buddha Sasana...NCRPD report writing team holds
sixth coordination meeting...Myanmar National Airlines offers ticket purchase with MMK to locals...Kalewa-Mawlaik 66kV power line 81% complete...Accidents on Yangon-Mandalay highway claim 5 lives in Feb...Illegal drugs seized in Nyaungshwe, Tachileik, Mongsat...Republic of the Union of Myanmar Union Election Commission Notification 63/2020...Public announcement for
remonstration...Fixtures released for U-21 Myanmar National
League...MNL Week-9 matches to be broadcast
live on free-to-air channels.....EXTERNAL RELATIONS: Int’l law professors give talks at Yangon University...MRCS receives International Humanitarian Services Award...Govt, UN task force meet for anti-grave violations against children...Report on Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)...Surveillance and investigation of COVID-19 Updates at 8 pm, 5 March 2020...Over 100,000 tons of beans exported in Jan-Feb...Trading on YSX increases in February, crossing K1.48 bln...Maritime rice exports cross 1 mln tons in current financial year...Garment factories running out of raw materials due to COVID-19, facing closures...Aung La N Sang to defend middleweight
title against Vitaly Bigdash.....OPINION: "Cooperation with CTFMR a welcome step to protect children amid conflict".....ARTICLE: "Petrified Wood (Ingyin Kyauk): Poetry Written by the Earth" - By Than Htun (Myanmar Geosciences Society)...
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