Three more women’s bodies were found on the morning of 27 May, under the rubble of the Sky Villa condominium in Mandalay that collapsed due to the Mandalay earthquake, according to the Myanmar Fire Service Department.
MFSD is continuing to search and clear the rubble of buildings, and while they were working to clear the rubble of the Sky Villa with machinery, the three bodies were recovered from Complex B, Room J4, between 9:20 am and 9:45 am.
Similarly, MFSD handed over K15,900,000 and two smart cards found in Complex B, Room I3, to their owners through the Property Transfer Team on 26 May.
Due to the strong earthquake on 28 March, 3,732 deaths, 5,104 injuries and 75 missing were reported in the six regions and states as of 24 May. MFSD, together with both local and foreign search and rescue teams, have been conducting timely and coordinated operations and as of 24 May, 653 survivors have been rescued and 809 dead bodies recovered, according to the statement. — Htun Htun/ZN/Ed

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Nine species of tigers live in 13 countries around the world, including the critically endangered Bengal tiger in Htamanthi Wildlife Sanctuary in northern Myanmar and the Indonesian tiger in Taninthayi Reserved Forest in southern Myanmar.
“It is a source of pride for the country that two tiger species, which are endangered worldwide, are alive and well in the southern and northern parts of Myanmar. These rare species are invaluable wildlife for the country. While other countries have bred these species in captivity, the fact that they are naturally found in Myanmar’s protected forests and mountains demonstrates the richness of our biodiversity and ecosystems. Therefore, we must continue to work together to conserve and educate about these tiger species to prevent their extinction. We estimate that there are about 22 Bengal tigers roaming in the Htamanthi Wildlife Sanctuary,” said sanctuary warden U Win Hlaing.

Read more: https://www.gnlm.com.mm/two-endangered-tiger-species-survive-in-northern-and-southern-myanmar/

The Hlaing Township Writers’ Association will hold a memorial event to honour and commemorate the late Tekkatho Phone Naing, one of Myanmar’s most famous writers.
It will be held on 1 June at noon at the Aung Chan Tha Monastery, Munsalindar Dhamma Hall in Hlaing Township.
The ceremony will feature reciting of an article published in the Yokeshin Amhutae magazine and saying words of remembrance by author Min Set Paing, and reciting by Sayama Tin Tin (Yangon), Sayama Myat Thazin, Sayama Nan Hin Pyin and the team of poems written in honour of Tekkatho Phone Naing.
Moreover, singer Min Min Oo (Gita Nat Than) will sing the song “Thangegyin Lo Bae Set Ywei Khaw Myi Khaing (Will Continue to Address You as My Friend, Khaing)”, and Mandolin U Hla Tun will honour by playing and singing “Kabar Kone Kyal Tha Ywei (As far as the world goes)”, which was composed by Tekkatho Phone Naing. The attending authors will also recite the famous quotations of Tekkatho Phone Naing.
Sayagyi Tekkatho Phone Naing, who died in 2002, is a national literary award winner, scriptwriter, and composer, and served as a rector in the Ministry of Education. — Htet Oo Maung/ZN

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

The Biodiversity and Nature Conservation Association is working with local communities to identify and conserve critical migratory bird species in wetlands, the BANCA said.

The BANCA has been working to identify, document and conserve endangered species and their habitats in Myanmar since 2002, and wetland conservation is a very important sector.

Out of the seven internationally recognized Ramsar sites in Myanmar, the Gulf of Mottama is the fourth and the largest wetland, and migratory birds in hundreds of thousands visit it every year to spend the winter. Educational talks and commemorative events are held from time to time to raise conservation awareness among locals.

The theme of World Migratory Bird Day on 10 May 2025 is “Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities” and the BANCA organized an event on that day in Zotekali Village, Bilin Township, Mon State with about 90 attendees including village elders, villagers and students.

It lectured on migratory day, the benefits of mangrove forests, systematic waste management, the installation of awareness signs on waste disposal, the distribution of garbage bins in schools and villages, and collective garbage cleaning in the village, the BANCA said. -MT/ZN

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Shwe Thanlwin business group, comprising SkyNet, Shwe Bank and Mo Money, donated cooked rice and meals to more than two million people affected by recent earthquakes in Nay Pyi Taw, Mandalay and Sagaing.
According to the group, the food donation campaign began on 31 March and continued until 14 May. Meals were provided in the form of nutritious rice and curry dishes. The donations were made to monasteries, nunneries, government departments, wards, villages, temporary relief camps and to those involved in rescue and relief efforts in the earthquake-hit regions.
In Nay Pyi Taw, a total of 1,488,151 people received meals from 31 March to 14 May. In Mandalay, 374,335 people were served between 4 April and 4 May. In Sagaing, meals were distributed to 163,720 people between 18 April and 14 May. — ASH/KZL

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

A mental health support event will be held at the Japan Foundation in Bahan Township on 17 May to provide relief to those suffering from mental health issues, including the earthquake victims.
Dr San San Oo and Dr Aung Min from the Aung Mental Health Initiative, with mental health expertise on disaster and trauma, will be hosting a support group to provide comfort to those suffering from stress and emotional distress due to unfortunate events.
It will take place from 1:30 to 4:30 pm at the Japan Foundation, No 70, Natmauk Lane 1, Bahan Township, Yangon, and is expected to help those in Myanmar struggling with mental health issues.
Dr San San Oo, a holder of a Master of Science in Mental Health (MSc, 2023) and an attendee of many international trainings, including the Disaster Mental Health (HITS, Kobe, Japan), is currently working as a Counselling Psychotherapist and EMDR Psychotherapist. Dr Aung Min graduated from Yangon University of Medicine, has worked as a doctor for three decades, and currently provides care to patients as an art therapist. Aung Clinic has been working with Tokyo Soteria since 2023 to provide mental health support programmes.
Free registration can be made at https://forms.office.com/r/RLkft7bwW8. For a limited number, those who register first will be contacted by phone to attend, and the event is also available for online viewing. — MT/ZN

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation of the Government of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, exercising the powers granted under Sub-section (e) of Section 6 of the 2018 Forest Law, has officially designated a 325-acre area within Tangyan Township, Tangyan District, Shan State, as the “Nampon Protected Public Forest” by Notification No 46/2025, effective from the 4th waxing of Kason, 1387 ME (30 April 2025).
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation has established this protected forest to conserve former commercial (pine) plantations and adjacent areas, intending to protect biodiversity, maintain climate balance, and ensure the sustainable extraction and use of forest products.
By designating the Nampon Protected Public Forest, the Forest Department will be able to effectively safeguard the restricted teak trees planted within the area and prevent illegal encroachment and destruction. Additionally, it will help preserve the habitats of wildlife, including squirrels, jungle fowls, partridges, and various bird species, within the area.
Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Issued at 19:00 hours M.S.T on 13-5-2025

According to the observations at 17:30 hrs MST today, due to the unstable air condition over the Andaman Sea and South Bay of Bengal, continuations of southwest monsoon advancement and development of the convective clouds, rain or thundershowers are likely to be fairly widespread to widespread in Naypyitaw, Yangon, Mandalay, Bago, Magway, Sagaing, Ayeyarwady, Taninthayi Regions and Kachin, Kayah, Kayin, Chin, Mon, Rakhine, Shan States from tonight to 16-5-2025 and rain or thundershowers are likely to be fairly widespread to widespread in Sagaing Region and Kachin, Chin, Rakhine, Shan States and scattered in Naypyitaw, Yangon, Mandalay, Bago, Magway, Ayeyarwady, Taninthayi Regions and Kayah, Kayin, Mon States with likelihood of isolated heavyfalls in some areas during 17-5-2025 to 20-5-2025.

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 inland water transport and domestic flight.

Source: www.moezala.gov.mm

The Myanmar high-level delegation led by Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing paid a goodwill visit to the Russian Federation from 7 May at the invitation of President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin and attended the military parade to mark the 80th Anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War 1941-1945 and related events.

The Myanmar high-level delegation led by the Senior General left Vnukovo International Airport in Moscow yesterday morning for the Republic of the Union of Myanmar by special aircraft.
On the way back to Myanmar, the Senior General replied to queries raised by the media onboard the special flight. The full text of the questions and answers was mentioned as follows: –

Q: Senior General, during the Myanmar-Russia goodwill visit from 3 to 9 May, the outcomes of the discussions and negotiations were highly beneficial for Myanmar. Now, regarding this trip to attend the military parade for the 80th Anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War, I would like to know what kind of benefits or results for our country.
Senior General: This ceremony is something the Russian people deeply value and take pride in. They sacrificed over 26 million lives fighting back against the fascist Nazis who invaded the Soviet Union, in order to reclaim their country’s sovereignty. That’s why they hold it in such high regard. It’s something we should also respect. Myanmar, too, has a history of resistance against fascism. There is a historical account of how Tatmadaw and the people united to fight for independence. It’s a proud and strong part of our history. Therefore, I would like to say that it is necessary for us to continue maintaining and carrying out this matter. Another point is that it’s clear that if the country’s defence capacity is strong, and if Tatmadaw is strong, then the nation itself will also be powerful.

It will also be necessary to further instil and promote patriotism and national pride among all citizens. Only then will all the people be able to contribute to Myanmar’s development and progress — that’s what I see.

Q: During the visit, we saw you met with national leaders who also attended the military parade. What were the notable highlights?”

Senior General: We had the opportunity to meet and have informal discussions with some State leaders, and we were also able to engage in formal talks. Especially from the perspective of Myanmar, I personally accept and support the move towards a multiparty democratic system. That is the direction we must go. I also explained to them that, following this path, we will be organizing a free and fair election by the end of this year.

I see that all meeting counterparts were supportive and expressed their support. Regarding Myanmar, we were able to explain the current situation and changes to some countries, and in other cases, it was more of an introductory meeting with some countries. Overall, I’d like to say that everything went well and all the meetings were positive.

Q: During the trip, we also saw that there was a meeting and discussion with the President of the People’s Republic of China, a neighbouring country of Myanmar. What would you like to say regarding this meeting and discussion?

Senior General: Myanmar and China are countries with close ties as the Pauk-Phaw relationship, like long-time friends. China is a strategic partner and also neighbouring country that cannot be separated. Diplomatic relations between the two nations have now surpassed 75 years. That’s why I would say China is a country with a special relationship with us. Regarding the Mandalay earthquake, the President also expressed his sorrow over the loss of life and damage suffered by the people. After the incident, he even sent me a message of condolence. He also sincerely stated that China will continue to assist in the reconstruction efforts following the earthquake. He expressed strong support for Myanmar’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and development. He also told us that he supports Myanmar’s peace and stability, as well as its development. As for me, I stated our firm position on the Belt and Road Initiative and that Myanmar is actively committed to participating in it. I was also able to briefly explain the current situation in Myanmar. Furthermore, I had discussions regarding the promotion and implementation of the China-Myanmar-Bangladesh economic corridor. Then, regarding the upcoming multiparty democratic elections to be held in Myanmar, he reaffirmed his support and encouragement for Myanmar’s preparations and the electoral process. I would also like to say that our meeting and discussion yielded good and positive outcomes. MNA/TTA

Source: The Global New Light Of Myanmar

ACCORDING to the observations at 4:30 pm MST today, due to the unstable air condition over the Andaman Sea and South Bay of Bengal and likelihood of advancement of southwest monsoon, rain or thundershowers are likely to be scattered to fairly widespread in Nay Pyi Taw, Mandalay, Magway and Sagaing regions and Kachin, Chin, Rakhine and northern Shan states and widespread in Yangon, Bago, Ayeyawady and Taninthayi regions and Kayah, Kayin, Mon and (southern and eastern)Shan states with likelihood of isolated heavyfalls during 10 May 2025 to 15 May 2025.
Advisory
People should be aware of the natural disasters such as the heavy rainfall with strong wind, thunder, lightning strike, lightning, hails, flash floods and landslides in the hilly areas and near small rivers and inland water transport and domestic flight. — DMC

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar