According to the observations at 17:30 hrs MST today, monsoon will be strong over the Andanman Sae and Bay of Bengal, due to the unstable air condition over the Bay of Bengal, rain or thundershowers will be scattered in Mandalay, Magway, Lower Sagaing Regions and Kayah, Chin States and fairly widespread to widespread in Naypyitaw, Yangon, Bago, Upper Sagaing, Ayeyarwady ,Taninthayi Regions and Kachin, Kayin, Mon, Rakhine, Shan States with regionally and isolated heavyfalls during 13-8-2025 to 17-8-2025. Squall with rough seas are likely at times off and along Myanmar Coasts. Surface wind speed in squalls may reach 30-35 mph. Wave height will be about 9-11 feet off and along Myanmar Coasts.

Advisory

People should be awared the natural disasters such as the heavy rainfall with strong wind, thunder, Lightning strike, lightning, hails, flash flood and landslide in the hilly areas and near small rivers and to make necessary preparations for inland water transport, domestic flight and irrigation dams.

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A solar mini-grid electricity and water supply distribution system project was commissioned into service for Kanseik Village, aimed at boosting rural socio-economic development through the Mekong–Lancang Cooperation (MLC) Special Fund.

The project’s achievement ceremony took place at the General Administration Department in Dedaye Township on Sunday morning. Union Minister for Cooperatives and Rural Development U Hla Moe, Ayeyarwady Region Chief Minister U Tin Maung Win and Chinese Ambassador to Myanmar, Ms. Ma Jia attended the event, along with other officials.

After a video showcasing the project’s implementation was screened, the Union Minister delivered a speech. He emphasized the head of state’s national policies and action plans aimed at creating a sustainable economy to ensure continuous socio-economic development, benefiting all people.

The Union Minister added that the recently completed project is the third small-scale power system funded under the MLC Special Fund. The system features a 99-kilowatt solar power supply with a 120-kilowatt backup diesel engine, along with a purified drinking water supply equipped with water meters.

Implemented jointly with the Union Budget and constructed by Sandisolar Renewable Energy Development International Company Limited, the project cost over 0.78 million US dollars, including contributions from the village and the company.

Upon completion, the project will benefit 150 households, enabling small-scale production and businesses to increase family income and support the village’s socio-economic development. The Chinese Ambassador then provided an update on China-Myanmar cooperation under the Mekong-Lancang Project.

The Chief Minister also outlined the ongoing regional development initiatives and shared future plans. The Company’s Managing Director then detailed the current status of their project, while a local resident gave words of thanks for the project.

The Union Minister and party then toured the photo booth on implementation of the project. After the ceremony, the Union Minister met with the villagers for nearby villages, and explained the ministry’s efforts for rural development and poverty reduction efforts. He urged all to strive for boosting production for socio economic progress of rural community.

He then visited the Rice Mill and Bran Oil Factory in Thetkaekwin Village of Dala Township of Yangon Region and heard reports on work progress. Upon the reports, the Union Minister instructed for quality control of the products to be compete in the international market.

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A ceremony to mark completion of the Kanseik Village Socio-Economic Development Micro-Solar Power System and Water Supply Project, implemented under the Mekong-Lancang Cooperation Special Fund (2023), was held yesterday morning at the Dedaye Township General Administration Department, attended by Union Minister for Cooperatives and Rural Development U Hla Moe, Ayeyawady Region Chief Minister U Tin Maung Win, Chinese Ambassador Ms Ma Jia, and officials.
Showing a video of the electrification project’s implementation, Union Minister U Hla Moe stated that the solar mini-grid and water supply project was realized through combined contributions from the Mekong-Lancang Cooperation Special Fund (2023), the Union Fund, company investment, and village residents, marking the third mini-grid project under this fund and a successful example of government-public-private cooperation.
The Kansaik Village project, built by Sandisoar Renewable Energy Development International Company Limited at a cost of over US$0.78 million, includes a 99KW solar power system with a 120KW backup diesel engine and a water supply system with a water meter, benefiting some 750 residents from 150 households by providing electricity and clean water to support small-scale manufacturing and businesses, thereby increasing family incomes and contributing significantly to the village’s socioeconomic development.
The Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Myanmar discussed the status of China-Myanmar cooperation in the Mekong-Lancang project, while the Chief Minister of Ayeyawady Region spoke about ongoing regional development projects and future plans for the area.
Next, the Managing Director of Sandisolar Renewable Energy Development International Company provided an update on the project, followed by a local resident expressing gratitude.
The Union minister, the Chief Minister of Ayeyawady Region and officials, the Chinese Ambassador, and representatives then toured the project’s documentary photo galleries.
After the ceremony, the Union minister met with villagers from Kanseik, Nayyoungka, Phayachaung, Tanyangon, Kontankalay, and Chaukeainsu in Dedaye Township, delivering a speech and coordinating the farmers’ submissions.
After arriving at Thakkekwin Village, Dala Township, Yangon Region, the Union Minister emphasized the importance of securing raw materials following the construction of modern rice mills, urging cooperation with local rice mill owners and farmer cooperative societies to supply quality varieties and inputs, purchase raw materials at market prices, and expedite efforts to ensure solid income opportunities for over 43,000 farmer families through guaranteed pricing. — MNA/TH

A total of 76,741 international and domestic travellers flocked to tourism sites in Sagaing Region between January and July, said U Myint Sein, director of Sagaing Region Directorate of Hotels and Tourism.
“Arrivals of domestic visitors hit 76,298 while 443 foreigners visited Sagaing Region, totalling 76,741,” he elaborated.
“The Mingun cultural site hosted 243 tourists before the Mandalay earthquake that happened in late March. Consequently, the arrival of visitors significantly dropped. Fourteen hotels damaged in Sagaing Region are under repair. Some guesthouses have returned to business,” he continued.
There are 212 motels and guesthouses in Sagaing Region under the approval of the Sagaing Region Development Committee. — ASH/KK

The Ambassadors and Heads of Mission to Myanmar signed the Book of Condolence opened at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sagawah Street of Yangon, to honour the memory of Pro-Tem President U Myint Swe, who passed away on 7 August 2025.

On 9 August, the Ambassadors of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Russian Federation and Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Charges d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, State of Qatar, Brunei Darussalam and Saudi Arabia signed the Book of Condolence.

The senior officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs warmly received the Ambassadors and Heads of Mission upon their arrival. The Ambassadors and Heads of Mission conveyed their profound condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family of the Pro Tem President as well as to the Government and people of Myanmar.

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Despite the Vassa, property rents have increased in Yangon without stop.

Along with rising migrant population, of them most are tenants, Yangon’s property rent market has now been active and no decline has been seen even during this Vassa.

“The rent market has been active without stop. Because there are so many displaced people and young people who come to Yangon for training classes. Some who can afford buy house or apartment but most are tenants. Rents have been happening in most townships. People do house moving if they need, even it is the Vassa,” said an estate agent.

Rent market has been thriving and at the same time, prices have now elevated. Among tenants, some families or company employees or non-Yangon residents live together by sharing a rent room. Lately, apartments are being rented by six-month contracts or long-term leases only, and three-month contract rooms are difficult to find, said tenants.

Rather than selling and buying activities, rents have been more active in Yangon property market and estate agents said the property market is expected to be better in dry season. – MT/ZS

The Myanmar Products Exhibition and Entrepreneurs’ Networking Event, showcasing and selling products and food items from various regions of Myanmar, was held yesterday morning at the Eravati Hotel in Yangon.
The Association for the Preservation of Myanmar Cultural Heritage, the Union of Myanmar Bamar Entrepreneurs Association, the Myanmar Garment Manufacturers Association, the Singapore Association of Myanmar and the embassies of Egypt, Bangladesh and Malaysia participated in the event.
The event exhibited Myanmar traditional textiles, costumes, gems, canes, furniture, lacquerware, Thanaka and food.
The STP company initiated the event, and over 40 companies participated with over 60 booths. The event will be from 10 am to 6 pm on 9 and 10 August. The meeting of entrepreneurs will be on 11 August. — Myo Min Thura/KTZH

According to the observations at 17:30 hrs MST today, monsoon will be strong over the Andanman Sae and Bay of Bengal, due to the unstable air condition over the Bay of Bengal, rain or thundershowers will be scattered in Mandalay, Magway, Lower Sagaing Regions and Kayah, Chin States and fairly widespread to widespread in Naypyitaw, Yangon, Bago, Upper Sagaing, Ayeyarwady ,Taninthayi Regions and Kachin, Kayin, Mon, Rakhine, Shan States with regionally and isolated heavyfalls during 11-8-2025 to 15-8-2025. Squall with rough seas are likely at times off and along Myanmar Coasts. Surface wind speed in squalls may reach 30-35 mph. Wave height will be about 9-11 feet off and along Myanmar Coasts.

Advisory

People should be awared the natural disasters such as the heavy rainfall with strong wind, thunder, Lightning strike, lightning, hails, flash flood and landslide in the hilly areas and near small rivers and to make necessary preparations for inland water transport, domestic flight and irrigation dams.

DMH