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The New Light of Myanmar (Thursday, 26 October, 2000)

The New Light of Myanmar (Thursday, 26 October, 2000)
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1. State Peace and Development Council Chairman Senior
   General Than Shwe sends felicitations to Austria
2. Vice-Chairman of State Peace and Development Council
   sees off Secretary-3 leaving for PRC on goodwill visit
3. - Greetings extended to state/division performing
     arts troupes
   - Cornerstone laid for construction of two-storey
     Dhammaythaka Sarthintaik
4. Hanthawady International Airport Project in Bago slated
   for completion within four years
5. - Minister receives ROK guests
   - Minister meets Japanese Ambassador
6. - Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation leaves for Cambodia
   - Basic Education delegation leaves for Japan
   - Myanmar chess team leaves
7. - Dipavali Festival held
   - Minister meets members of rowing teams
   - Eighth Annual General Meeting of Myanmar Floriculturists'
     Association held
8. - Myanmar to host 24th meeting of Heads of National Drug Law
     Enforcement Agencies (HONLEA)
   - 13.064 kgs of marijuana seized in Kalaw Township
   - Man punished for trafficking heroin
9. 13 Taze Township NLD members resign of own accord

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( 1 ) State Peace and Development Council Chairman Senior General Than Shwe sends felicitations to Austria

YANGON, 26 Oct-Senior General Than Shwe, Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council of the Union of Myanmar, has sent a message of felicitations to His Excellency Mr Thomas Klestil, Federal President of the Republic of Austria, on the occasion of the National Day of the Republic of Austria which falls on 26 October 2000.

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( 2 ) Vice-Chairman of State Peace and Development Council sees off Secretary-3 leaving for PRC on goodwill visit


YANGON, 25 Oct - Myanmar delegation led by Secretary-3 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Win Myint left here by air this afternoon for the People's Republic of China to pay a goodwill visit at the invitation of the Chinese Association for International Understanding.

Members of the delegation were seen off at the Yangon International Airport by Vice-Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services Commander-in-Chief (Army) General Maung Aye, Secretary-1 Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt, Secretary-2 Lt-Gen Tin Oo, member of the State Peace and Development Council Commander of Yangon Command Maj-Gen Khin Maung Than, Deputy Prime Minister Lt-Gen Tin Hla, Minister for Transport Maj-Gen Hla Myint Swe, Minister for Education U Than Aung, Director-General of the State Peace and Development Council Office Lt-Col Pe Nyein, departmental heads, Ambassador of PRC to Myanmar Mr Liang Dong and other officials.

The delegation comprises Minister for Progress of Border Areas and National Races and Development Affairs Col Thein Nyunt, Minister for Science and Technology U Thaung, Deputy Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation Brig-Gen Khin Maung, and Deputy Minister for Industry-2 Brig-Gen Aung Thein Lin.

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( 3 ) Greetings extended to state/division performing arts troupes


YANGON, 25 Oct - A ceremony to extend greetings to the competing troupes of states and divisions in the Eighth Myanmar Traditional Cultural Performing Arts Competitions was held at the National Theatre on Myoma Kyaung Street this evening. Patron of Organizing the Myanmar Traditional Cultural Performing Arts Competitions Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt attended the ceremony and greeted the artistes. Accompanied by officials of the State Peace and Development Council, Secretary-1 Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt arrived at the National Theatre at 4 pm.

The Secretary-1 cordially greeted with managers and artists of the state/division troupes.After wards, the Secretary-1 met with members of the central level board of judges, and state/division boards of judges.

Cornerstone laid for construction of two-storey Dhammaythaka Sarthintaik


YANGON, 25 Oct- A ceremony to lay cornerstone for construction of two- storey Dhammaythaka Sarthintaik was held at the site in Kyaukyaydwin Ward, Mayangon Township, this morning, attended by Secretary-1 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Khin Nyunt.

Also present were the ministers, the Chairman of Yangon City Development Committee Yangon Mayor, the deputy ministers, officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office, heads of departments, members of the Union Solidarity and Development Association and guests.

Member of the State Calendar Advisory Committee U Kyaw read the stone inscription. The Secretary-1 presented a silver casket studded with nine precious gems to Nun Agga Maha Ganthavacaka Pandita Daw Dhammaythi and laid the casket. At the auspicious time, the Secretary-1, the ministers and the mayor laid the foundation at the designated places. Next, the Secretary-1 laid the stone inscription of the Sarthintaik. The Secretary-1, the ministers and the mayor sprinkled scented water on the foundation and performed the ritual of gold and silver showers.

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( 4 ) Hanthawady International Airport Project in Bago slated for completion within four years

YANGON, 25 Oct - The first coordination meeting of the Leading Committee for Construction of Hanthawady International Airport and the Work Committee was held at Thiri Oktha Hall in Oktha Myothit, Bago, this afternoon, attended by Secretary-2 of the State Peace and Development Council Lt-Gen Tin Oo.

Also present at the meeting were Patron of the Leading Committee for Construction of Hanthawady International Airport member of the State Peace and Development Council Chairman of Bago Division Peace and Development Council Commander of the Southern Command Maj-Gen Tin Aye, Chairman of the Leading Committee Minister for Transport Maj-Gen Hla Myint  Swe ,other ministers, the Deputy Minister for Transport, the Commander of No-77 Light Infantry Division, officials of the State Peace and Development Council Office, departments and respective committees, and guests.

In his address, Secretary-2 Lt-Gen Tin Oo said the purpose of the first meeting of the Leading Committee and the Work Committee was to discuss tasks for smooth implementation of the construction project. While working for modernization of the nation in keeping with the guidance of the Head of State, Mandalay International Airport has been commissioned in Upper Myanmar. In addition to the Yangon International Airport in Mingaladon Township, the most appropriate site was chosen near Bago in 1993 to build another international airport in Lower Myanmar.

Hanthawady International Airport Project was started in December 1993 with the formation of the central level committee and work committees, and at that time, the Ministry of Construction undertook construction of the runway. On 21 March 1994, construction of the runway began, and the government has spent over K 804 million on it from 1994-95 to 2000-2001 fiscal year. Today, work is going to start to build the airport terminal and other related structures, and tasks have been assigned to the Leading Committee, Work Committee, and Close Supervision Committee.

The meeting was the first of the newly-formed committees, he said and called for organizing frequent coordination and discussion to cooperate in the tasks. As the project is slated for completion within four years, the Ministry of Construction and other related ministries have to cooperate with the Ministry of Transport, the key player in the project. He said plans should be drawn up in detail for implementation of the project based on the experiences in Mandalay International Airport Project. All should make thorough discussions to ensure smoothness in implementing the project.

Patron of Leading Committee for Construction of Hanthawady International Airport Commander Maj-Gen Tin Aye said construction of the Hanthawady International Airport should be based on the experiences gained in building the Mandalay International Airport. The authorities will render all necessary assistance to the project; and officials should strive to complete the project in accord with the time schedule and at the least wastage.

Minister for Transport Maj-Gen Hla Myint Swe said construction of the runway had been completed up to 90 per cent and the taxi way, up to 75 per cent. Construction of the airport terminal will be initiated in the early period of the coming year. Efforts are required to complete the project ahead of the schedule.

Minister for Energy Brig-Gen Lun Thi explained plans to supply fuel to the project. Minister for Rail Transportation U Pan Aung reported to the meeting on plans to provide rocks to the project and officials, plans to supply necessary equipment and materials.

Secretary-2 Lt-Gen Tin Oo looked into the requirements, stressing the need to give systematic supervision for completion of the project in accord with the required standard and within the time schedule. Arrangements should be made to ensure occupational safety, to prevent loss and to conduct staff welfare programmes.

After the meeting, the Secretary-2 and party inspected digging of fish breeding ponds near Win-bawdat Bridge under the arrangement of the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries. They also inspected Htaukkyant-Kyain (East)-Ngahsutaung Road special project in Hlegu Township. The project is being implemented by the Ministry for Progress of Border Areas and National Races and Development Affairs.

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( 5 ) Minister receives ROK guests

YANGON, 25 Oct-Minister for Industry-1 U Aung Thaung received Chairman of International Academy Association (IAA) of Republic of Korea Dr Joseph Y Baek and party at his office this evening. Also present at the call were Deputy Minister for Industry-1 Brig-Gen Thein Tun and directors-general and managing directors of departments and enterprises.

Minister meets Japanese Ambassador

YANGON, 25 Oct-Chairman of Myanmar Olympic Committee Minister for Sports Brig-Gen Thura Aye Myint met Ambassador of Japan Mr Shigeru Tsumori at Kyauksein Hall of the minister's office this afternoon. They discussed matters pertaining to friendly cooperation for the development of Myanmar Sports, and exchanged souvenirs. Also present at the call were Secretary of MOC Director-General of Sports and Physical Education Department U Thaung Htaik and officials.

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( 6 ) Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation leaves for Cambodia


Yangon, 25 Oct-A Myanmar delegation led by Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation Maj-Gen Nyunt Tin left here for Cambodia by air this morning to attend 22nd ASEAN Ministers of Agriculture and Forestry Conference to be held in Phnom Penh. The Myanmar delegation was seen off at Yangon International Airport by Minister at the State Peace and Development Council Chairman's Office Lt-Gen Min Thein, and officials, Ambassador of Cambodia Mr Nim Chantara, Conunsellor Mr In May, officials of the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation and family members.

The delegation comprises ASEAN Affairs Division In-charge of Agriculture Planning Department Deputy General Manager U Tin Maung Shwe. Other members of the delegation' Director-General of Agricultural Planning Department U Tin Htut Oo, Deputy Director-General of Directorate of Livestock and Fisheries U Nyi Nyi Lwin and Deputy Director of Planning and Statistics Department of Ministry of Forestry U Myo Myat' went ahead on 22 October to attend Senior Officials Meeting held before the conference.

Basic Education delegation leaves for Japan

YANGON, 25 Oct-A 20-teacher delegation of Education Planning and Training Department and Nos 1, 2 and 3 Basic Education Departments led by U Ko Ko Maung left here by air yesterday evening for Japan to study the education works under the arrangement of JICA. The delegation was seen off at Yangon International Airport by officials of EPTD and Basic Education Departments.

Myanmar chess team leaves

YANGON, 25 Oct-A five-member Myanmar selected chess team led by Judge U Maung Maung Lwin left here by air yesterday morning for Turkey to participate in the 34th World Olympic Chess Tournament to be held from 27 October to 13 November in Istanbul, Turkey. The team was seen off at Yangon International Airport by President of Myanmar Chess Federation U Kyaw Than and officials. The team comprises International Grand Master Zaw Win Lay, International Master Aung Aung and Min Htoo, Win Zaw Tun and Tun Lin Kyaw.

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( 7 ) Dipavali Festival held

YANGON, 25 Oct- A reception to mark the Dipavali Day for Year 2000 and the new year celebration sponsored by Myanmar-India Business Club was held at the Summit Parkview Hotel yesterday evening. Present were Deputy Minister for Religious Affairs Brig-Gen Thura Aung Ko,Ambassador of India to Myanmar Mr Shyam Saran, heads of department, President of Myanmar-India Business Club Mr Om Prakash and merchants and guests. Mr Om Prakash extended greetings and presented the garlands to Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Thura Aung Ko and Ambassador Mr Shyam Saran. Deputy Minister Brig-Gen Thura Aung Ko and Ambassador Mr Shyam Saran lighted the oil lamps marking the Dipavali.

Minister meets members of rowing teams

Yangon, 25 Oct- Chairman of Myanmar Olympic Committee Minister for Sports Brig-Gen Thura Aye Myint met members of Myanmar selected rowing teams that will be participating in the second South East Asia Canoe Race to be held in November in Hanoi, Vietnam and traditional invitational boat race to be held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, at National Indoor Stadium-1 this afternoon. The minister gave instructions on keeping up achievements gained at the first SEA Canoe Race held in Yangon in 1999 and competing with full Myanma spirit for greater achievement.

Eighth Annual General Meeting of Myanmar Floriculturists' Association held


YANGON, 25 Oct-The Eighth Annual General Meeting of Myanmar Floriculturists' Association and conclusion ceremony of Advanced Flower Arrangement Course were held at Pyidaungsu Ayeyeiknyein Hall in the People's Square and People's Park this morning, attended by leading patrons of MFA, patrons, CEC members, work committee members and members.

Chairman of MFA Head of Parks and Playgrounds Department of YCDC U Nyunt Pe extended greeting and general round of discussions followed. Leading Patrons Dr Daw Khin Win Shwe, Daw Khin Than Nwe, Daw Marlar Tint and Daw Khin Thein Yee accepted the donations for the association. Then, Chairman U Nyunt Pe presented certificates to the trainees and member of the Leading Patrons Daw Khin Khin presented prizes to the winners of Advanced Flower Arrangement Contest. A trainee spoke words of thanks and the ceremony came to an end.

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( 8 ) Myanmar to host 24th meeting of Heads of National Drug Law Enforcement Agencies (HONLEA)

YANGON, 25 Oct-Myanmar will host the 24th meeting of Heads of National Drug Law Enforcement Agencies (HONLEA) in Asia and Pacific regions from 14 to 17 November at Hotel Equatorial. A preliminary meeting of Organizing Committee for holding of the meeting was held at Myanmar Police Force Headquarters. Chairman of the Organizing Committee Secretary of Central Committee for Drug Abuse Control Police Maj-Gen Soe Win spoke. Also present were the Deputy Director-General of MPF, departmental officials and members of Work Committees.


13.064 kgs of marijuana seized in Kalaw Township

YANGON, 25, Oct-A combined team comprising local Tatmadawmen and department, acting on information at Myindaik Station, Myindaik Railway Station, Kalaw Township, searched Aung Naing Oo, son of U Pe Than, room No 4, Building 1, MingalarU Word Taunggyi. They found 13.064 kilograms of marijuana on him. The Police Station concerned filed him under Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law.

Man punished for trafficking heroin

YANGON, 25 Oct-The Yangon East District Court handed down a sentence of 25 years' imprisonment on a man on 28 September this year.

A combined team comprising local intelligence unit and Yangon Division Anti-drug Squad, acting on information, searched the house of Nay Zaw Tun and seized 156.15 grams of heroin on 15 July evening. The Yankin Police Station filed Nay Zaw Tun, 31, son of U Kyaw Nyunt, of No 36/B, Thitsar Street, Ward 12, Yankin Township, under Section 15/ 19 (A) of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law. The Yangon East District Court sentenced him to 5 years in prison under Section 15 (A) and 20 years under Section 19 (A) of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law consecutively.

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( 9 ) 13 Taze Township NLD members resign of own accord

YANGON, 25 Oct-Thirteen members resigned from the National League for Democracy of Taze Township, Sagaing Division. Thirteen members of Taze Township NLD, Sagaing Division, of their own accord, resigned by sending letters of resignation to Taze Township Multiparty Democracy General Election Sub-commission and the party concerned on 22 January 2000 as they no longer wished to participate in party politics of NLD.


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WEATHER REPORT

TODAY

Forcast for Yangon and neighbouring area for 26th October  2000: Intermittent rain which may be heavy at time. Degree of certainty is 70%

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