A NASA probe made history Christmas Eve after becoming the closest human-made object to the sun, a feat scientists say was as historic as the Apollo moon landing.
The Parker Solar Probe zoo-med within just 3.8 million miles of the sun's surface at 6:53am ET.
Moving at speeds of up to 430,000 mph and enduring temperature of up to 1,800F, the car-sized probe 'touched' the sun to help scientists better understand the star.
A NASA probe made history Christmas Eve after becoming the closest human-made object to the sun, a feat scientists say was as historic as the Apollo moon landing.
The Parker Solar Probe zoo-med within just 3.8 million miles of the sun's surface at 6:53am ET.
Moving at speeds of up to 430,000 mph and enduring temperature of up to 1,800F, the car-sized probe 'touched' the sun to help scientists better understand the star.
During that brief flyby, the it passed through the sun's super-hot outer atmosphere called the corona - the origin of solar storms which have the potential to cause chaos on Earth.
Although the Parker probe endured boiling temperatures, its near-indestructible heat shield should allow it to survive the extreme conditions.
However, mission scientists will have to wait until Friday for confirmation as they lose contact with the craft for several days due to its proximity to the sun.
Thomas Zurbuchen, former head of science for NASA, said: 'NASA's Parker Solar Probe has accomplished a feat that is as historic and significant as the moon landing.'
Nick Pinkine, Parker Solar Probe mission operations manager at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), said: 'No human-made object has ever passed this close to a star, so Parker will truly be returning data from uncharted territory. 'The
Christmas Eve flyby is the first of three record-setting close passes, with the next two on March 22, 2025, and June 19, 2025 - both expected to bring the probe back to a similarly close distance from the sun.
The Parker Solar Probe launched from Cape Canaveral in August 2018 before embarking on the 93 million-mile journey to the sun.
The goal was to gather more data about the sun's corona by flying as close as possible through the stellar atmosphere.
Because the gravitation pull is so strong at this distance, the probe needs to be moving incredibly fast to avoid slipping into the heart of the sun.
To do this, the probe has been repeatedly 'slingshot' around the sun and Venus, getting progressively faster with each pass.
In 2021, Parker made its first successful pass of the solar corona, dipping into a region where temperatures can reach over one million degrees Centigrade for up to five hours.
Since then, Parker has completed 21 solar slingshots, but tomorrow the probe will smash its own record for both speed and distance. After completing its seventh loop around Venus in November, Parker used that 'gravity assist' to fly seven times closer to the star than any other spacecraft.
Parker surpassed its previous speed record of 395,000 mph, according to NASA.
At its top speed, the probe moved 300 times faster than a Lockheed Martin F-16 fighter jet or 200 times faster than a rifle bullet.
Arik Posner, Parker Solar Probe program scientist for NASA, says: 'This is one example of NASA's bold missions, doing something that no one else has ever done before to answer longstanding questions about our universe.'
In order to avoid melting during that time, the Parker Solar Probe was designed to withstand unbelievably high temperatures.
The body of the probe itself is protected by an eight-foot-wide heat shield made of a type of carbon foam. Although this shield is just 4.5 inches thick, its material composition makes it almost indestructible. Johns Hopkins APL explained in a mission briefing: 'One yard behind that, where the body of the spacecraft resides, it is almost room temperature.'
And all its systems will need to work perfectly for Parker to gather data from this dynamic environment near a star where no spacecraft has dared travel.'
Meanwhile, the Solar Probe Cup is made of Titanium-Zir-conium-Molybdenum, a metal alloy with a melting point of 4,260 °F.
However, the probe's mission was about more than moving fast and withstanding high temperatures.
The data it brings back could make a huge difference in humanity's defenses against devastating solar flares.
Thanks to the intense temperatures and powerful magnetic fields, scientists haven't been able to look inside the sun's corona.
However, this region is the origin of the plasma and magnetic fields which trigger solar flares and coronal mass ejections.
As the sun enters its solar maximum this year, scientists have warned that Earth is long overdue for an impact from a super flare which could cause widespread blackouts and damage to satellite networks.
By gathering data from this region, NASA says the Parker Solar Probe will help scientists make better predictions about space weather.
That could buy Earth valuable time to protect our most vulnerable systems in the event of a dangerous solar flare.
Mr Posner says: 'We can't wait to receive that first status update from the spacecraft and start receiving the science data in the coming weeks. 'Parker will transmit a beacon on Friday, December 27 to confirm it has survived the flyby with more data soon to follow.
The probe is then expected to make four more close flybys in 2025, but none so close as tomorrow.
And while the craft will eventually be torn apart by the sun's gravity, the heat shield could continue to orbit for thousands of years to come. MailOnline Mail
Source: Myawady Daily Newspaper
A NASA probe made history Christmas Eve after becoming the closest human-made object to the sun, a feat scientists say was as historic as the Apollo moon landing.
The Parker Solar Probe zoo-med within just 3.8 million miles of the sun's surface at 6:53am ET.
Moving at speeds of up to 430,000 mph and enduring temperature of up to 1,800F, the car-sized probe 'touched' the sun to help scientists better understand the star.
During that brief flyby, the it passed through the sun's super-hot outer atmosphere called the corona - the origin of solar storms which have the potential to cause chaos on Earth.
Although the Parker probe endured boiling temperatures, its near-indestructible heat shield should allow it to survive the extreme conditions.
However, mission scientists will have to wait until Friday for confirmation as they lose contact with the craft for several days due to its proximity to the sun.
Thomas Zurbuchen, former head of science for NASA, said: 'NASA's Parker Solar Probe has accomplished a feat that is as historic and significant as the moon landing.'
Nick Pinkine, Parker Solar Probe mission operations manager at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), said: 'No human-made object has ever passed this close to a star, so Parker will truly be returning data from uncharted territory. 'The
Christmas Eve flyby is the first of three record-setting close passes, with the next two on March 22, 2025, and June 19, 2025 - both expected to bring the probe back to a similarly close distance from the sun.
The Parker Solar Probe launched from Cape Canaveral in August 2018 before embarking on the 93 million-mile journey to the sun.
The goal was to gather more data about the sun's corona by flying as close as possible through the stellar atmosphere.
Because the gravitation pull is so strong at this distance, the probe needs to be moving incredibly fast to avoid slipping into the heart of the sun.
To do this, the probe has been repeatedly 'slingshot' around the sun and Venus, getting progressively faster with each pass.
In 2021, Parker made its first successful pass of the solar corona, dipping into a region where temperatures can reach over one million degrees Centigrade for up to five hours.
Since then, Parker has completed 21 solar slingshots, but tomorrow the probe will smash its own record for both speed and distance. After completing its seventh loop around Venus in November, Parker used that 'gravity assist' to fly seven times closer to the star than any other spacecraft.
Parker surpassed its previous speed record of 395,000 mph, according to NASA.
At its top speed, the probe moved 300 times faster than a Lockheed Martin F-16 fighter jet or 200 times faster than a rifle bullet.
Arik Posner, Parker Solar Probe program scientist for NASA, says: 'This is one example of NASA's bold missions, doing something that no one else has ever done before to answer longstanding questions about our universe.'
In order to avoid melting during that time, the Parker Solar Probe was designed to withstand unbelievably high temperatures.
The body of the probe itself is protected by an eight-foot-wide heat shield made of a type of carbon foam. Although this shield is just 4.5 inches thick, its material composition makes it almost indestructible. Johns Hopkins APL explained in a mission briefing: 'One yard behind that, where the body of the spacecraft resides, it is almost room temperature.'
And all its systems will need to work perfectly for Parker to gather data from this dynamic environment near a star where no spacecraft has dared travel.'
Meanwhile, the Solar Probe Cup is made of Titanium-Zir-conium-Molybdenum, a metal alloy with a melting point of 4,260 °F.
However, the probe's mission was about more than moving fast and withstanding high temperatures.
The data it brings back could make a huge difference in humanity's defenses against devastating solar flares.
Thanks to the intense temperatures and powerful magnetic fields, scientists haven't been able to look inside the sun's corona.
However, this region is the origin of the plasma and magnetic fields which trigger solar flares and coronal mass ejections.
As the sun enters its solar maximum this year, scientists have warned that Earth is long overdue for an impact from a super flare which could cause widespread blackouts and damage to satellite networks.
By gathering data from this region, NASA says the Parker Solar Probe will help scientists make better predictions about space weather.
That could buy Earth valuable time to protect our most vulnerable systems in the event of a dangerous solar flare.
Mr Posner says: 'We can't wait to receive that first status update from the spacecraft and start receiving the science data in the coming weeks. 'Parker will transmit a beacon on Friday, December 27 to confirm it has survived the flyby with more data soon to follow.
The probe is then expected to make four more close flybys in 2025, but none so close as tomorrow.
And while the craft will eventually be torn apart by the sun's gravity, the heat shield could continue to orbit for thousands of years to come. MailOnline Mail
Source: Myawady Daily Newspaper
SOME 3,000 homeless people sat down for a festive Christmas charity dinner on Tuesday in the centre of Buenos Aires, at a time when more than half of Argentina’s population is affected by poverty, one year into ultra-liberal Javier Milei’s term in office.
“I came because I feel alone and it’s sad,” said Walter Villagra, a 54-year-old homeless man who survives by collecting cans after he lost his job as an electrician four years ago.
SOME 3,000 homeless people sat down for a festive Christmas charity dinner on Tuesday in the centre of Buenos Aires, at a time when more than half of Argentina’s population is affected by poverty, one year into ultra-liberal Javier Milei’s term in office.
“I came because I feel alone and it’s sad,” said Walter Villagra, a 54-year-old homeless man who survives by collecting cans after he lost his job as an electrician four years ago.
Titled “No Family Without Christmas”, the event in front of the National Congress was held for the eighth consecutive year, and Tuesday’s turnout exceeded organizers’ expectations.
“To say that it is a special year because there is more and more poverty is sad, but it is true,” Mariana Gonzalez, spokesperson for the Movement of Excluded Workers, one of the organizers behind the event, told AFP. “There are more and more people sleeping on the street and more people coming to the soup kitchens because they do not have a plate of food, it is a very difficult year.” — AFP
Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar
SOME 3,000 homeless people sat down for a festive Christmas charity dinner on Tuesday in the centre of Buenos Aires, at a time when more than half of Argentina’s population is affected by poverty, one year into ultra-liberal Javier Milei’s term in office.
“I came because I feel alone and it’s sad,” said Walter Villagra, a 54-year-old homeless man who survives by collecting cans after he lost his job as an electrician four years ago.
Titled “No Family Without Christmas”, the event in front of the National Congress was held for the eighth consecutive year, and Tuesday’s turnout exceeded organizers’ expectations.
“To say that it is a special year because there is more and more poverty is sad, but it is true,” Mariana Gonzalez, spokesperson for the Movement of Excluded Workers, one of the organizers behind the event, told AFP. “There are more and more people sleeping on the street and more people coming to the soup kitchens because they do not have a plate of food, it is a very difficult year.” — AFP
Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar
On March 31, a similar satellite, the Resurs-P Number 4, was launched into orbit aboard a Soyuz-2.1b rocket from Baikonur. Sputnik brings you live coverage as the Russian Resurs-P satellite launches from Baikonur aboard the 2000th Soyuz-2.1b rocket, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. The satellite's journey into orbit is expected to take exactly 9 minutes and 23 seconds. The Resurs-P satellites are capable of capturing Earth images with a resolution of 70 centimeters (27.5 inches).
On March 31, a similar satellite, the Resurs-P Number 4, was launched into orbit aboard a Soyuz-2.1b rocket from Baikonur. Sputnik brings you live coverage as the Russian Resurs-P satellite launches from Baikonur aboard the 2000th Soyuz-2.1b rocket, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. The satellite's journey into orbit is expected to take exactly 9 minutes and 23 seconds. The Resurs-P satellites are capable of capturing Earth images with a resolution of 70 centimeters (27.5 inches). This high-resolution data is essential for monitoring pollution, assessing environmental degradation, exploring natural resources, evaluating ice conditions, and conducting emergency monitoring. Additionally, the imagery is invaluable for updating topographic and navigational maps. Sputnik
Source: Myawady Web Portal
On March 31, a similar satellite, the Resurs-P Number 4, was launched into orbit aboard a Soyuz-2.1b rocket from Baikonur. Sputnik brings you live coverage as the Russian Resurs-P satellite launches from Baikonur aboard the 2000th Soyuz-2.1b rocket, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. The satellite's journey into orbit is expected to take exactly 9 minutes and 23 seconds. The Resurs-P satellites are capable of capturing Earth images with a resolution of 70 centimeters (27.5 inches). This high-resolution data is essential for monitoring pollution, assessing environmental degradation, exploring natural resources, evaluating ice conditions, and conducting emergency monitoring. Additionally, the imagery is invaluable for updating topographic and navigational maps. Sputnik
Source: Myawady Web Portal
A passenger plane operated by Azerbaijan Airlines from Baku to Grozny crashed near the Kazakh city of Aktau on Wednesday, Kazakhstan's Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES) said. The Embraer 190 aircraft with flight number J2-8243 crashed near Aktau Airport. The ministry reported 28 survivors in the incident, with rescue operations ongoing. There were 67 people on board, including 62 passengers and five crew members, Azerbaijan Airlines said on X.
A passenger plane operated by Azerbaijan Airlines from Baku to Grozny crashed near the Kazakh city of Aktau on Wednesday, Kazakhstan's Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES) said. The Embraer 190 aircraft with flight number J2-8243 crashed near Aktau Airport. The ministry reported 28 survivors in the incident, with rescue operations ongoing. There were 67 people on board, including 62 passengers and five crew members, Azerbaijan Airlines said on X. According to Kazakh media reports, the passengers on board included 37 citizens from Azerbaijan, 16 from Russia, six from Kazakhstan, and three from Kyrgyzstan. The Chinese Consulate General in Aktobe confirmed to Xinhua that there were no Chinese nationals on board the plane. The initial cause of the tragedy appears to be a bird strike. The MES dispatched 52 personnel and 11 units of equipment to the site, where the aircraft was found to be on fire. The Embraer 190 aircraft is designed to carry between 96 and 114 passengers, depending on its cabin configuration. The aircraft can fly up to 4,500 km. According to FlightAware, the aircraft took off from Baku 11 minutes ahead of schedule. While flying over the Caspian Sea, it issued an emergency signal. Azerbaijani media reported that the aircraft was unable to obtain permission to land in Grozny due to fog, leading it to be redirected to Makhachkala and later to Aktau. Azerbaijan Airlines has assured that more information will be provided, while local authorities and emergency services are investigating the crash. Xinhua
Source: Myawady Web Portal
A passenger plane operated by Azerbaijan Airlines from Baku to Grozny crashed near the Kazakh city of Aktau on Wednesday, Kazakhstan's Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES) said. The Embraer 190 aircraft with flight number J2-8243 crashed near Aktau Airport. The ministry reported 28 survivors in the incident, with rescue operations ongoing. There were 67 people on board, including 62 passengers and five crew members, Azerbaijan Airlines said on X. According to Kazakh media reports, the passengers on board included 37 citizens from Azerbaijan, 16 from Russia, six from Kazakhstan, and three from Kyrgyzstan. The Chinese Consulate General in Aktobe confirmed to Xinhua that there were no Chinese nationals on board the plane. The initial cause of the tragedy appears to be a bird strike. The MES dispatched 52 personnel and 11 units of equipment to the site, where the aircraft was found to be on fire. The Embraer 190 aircraft is designed to carry between 96 and 114 passengers, depending on its cabin configuration. The aircraft can fly up to 4,500 km. According to FlightAware, the aircraft took off from Baku 11 minutes ahead of schedule. While flying over the Caspian Sea, it issued an emergency signal. Azerbaijani media reported that the aircraft was unable to obtain permission to land in Grozny due to fog, leading it to be redirected to Makhachkala and later to Aktau. Azerbaijan Airlines has assured that more information will be provided, while local authorities and emergency services are investigating the crash. Xinhua
Source: Myawady Web Portal
THE new five-day bridge holidays recently declared can improve tourism and increase domestic and international travel, as hotels in popular tourist destinations are fully booked, said U Naung Naung Han, chairman of and increase domestic and international travel, as hotels in popular tourist destinations are the Myanmar Tourism Entrepreneurs Association.
THE new five-day bridge holidays recently declared can improve tourism and increase domestic and international travel, as hotels in popular tourist destinations are fully booked, said U Naung Naung Han, chairman of and increase domestic and international travel, as hotels in popular tourist destinations are the Myanmar Tourism Entrepreneurs Association.
These bridge holidays have made it more convenient for employees and private businesses to make local and outbound trips. “The five-day long holiday has made it better for tourism. For employees and private businesses, it is good for four or five days long local and outbound trips. Some plan for outbound tours,” he said.
For coming long holidays, hotels in popular destinations such as Mandalay, Bagan-Nyaun-gU-Popa, Shan State – Kalaw, Taunggyi, Inlay – and PyinOoLwin, Kyaiktiyo, Hpa-an, Chaungtha, and Ngwehsaung are almost fully booked, with only one or two rooms left.
“There are many tours to various regions. As far as we know, almost every hotel in popular destinations is fully booked, including Shan State, Bagan, Chaungtha and Ngwehsaung.
There are only one or two rooms left in many hotels, “ he said.
In addition to promoting existing cultural and pagoda festivals, new destinations should be developed and invested to attract tourists, he advised.
“There are some local promotions by tour management organizations in areas such as Pyay and Bago Region. Activities like flower festivals can attract public interest. Existing cultural and pagoda festivals in respective regions should be promoted. If new fairs are developed in coordination with the relevant local authorities, more tourists can visit,” he said. — MT/ZN
Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar
THE new five-day bridge holidays recently declared can improve tourism and increase domestic and international travel, as hotels in popular tourist destinations are fully booked, said U Naung Naung Han, chairman of and increase domestic and international travel, as hotels in popular tourist destinations are the Myanmar Tourism Entrepreneurs Association.
These bridge holidays have made it more convenient for employees and private businesses to make local and outbound trips. “The five-day long holiday has made it better for tourism. For employees and private businesses, it is good for four or five days long local and outbound trips. Some plan for outbound tours,” he said.
For coming long holidays, hotels in popular destinations such as Mandalay, Bagan-Nyaun-gU-Popa, Shan State – Kalaw, Taunggyi, Inlay – and PyinOoLwin, Kyaiktiyo, Hpa-an, Chaungtha, and Ngwehsaung are almost fully booked, with only one or two rooms left.
“There are many tours to various regions. As far as we know, almost every hotel in popular destinations is fully booked, including Shan State, Bagan, Chaungtha and Ngwehsaung.
There are only one or two rooms left in many hotels, “ he said.
In addition to promoting existing cultural and pagoda festivals, new destinations should be developed and invested to attract tourists, he advised.
“There are some local promotions by tour management organizations in areas such as Pyay and Bago Region. Activities like flower festivals can attract public interest. Existing cultural and pagoda festivals in respective regions should be promoted. If new fairs are developed in coordination with the relevant local authorities, more tourists can visit,” he said. — MT/ZN
Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar
Yangon City opens second underpass
Yangon City opens second underpass
CHAIRMAN of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing yesterday morning attended the ceremony to inaugurate an underpass, which is the second facility of its kind in Myanmar, on U Wizara Road between the western archway of Shwedagon Pagoda and the People’s Park in Dagon Township, Yangon Region.
Mayor U Bo Htay reported to the Senior General on the purpose of building the underpass with the efforts of Myanmar engineers and its advantages.
The Senior General and party watched a video clip on the construction of the underpass and gave gifts to engineers who participated in the construction project.
The chief minister, the commander and dignitaries inaugurated the underpass whereas the Senior General pressed the button to unveil the entrance to the underpass.
The Senior General viewed the documentary photos on the construction of the underpass and visited there, leaving necessary guidance to officials. Also present at the ceremony were Council Joint Secretary General Ye Win Oo, council members, Union ministers, the Yangon Region chief minister, senior Tatmadaw officers of the Office of the Commander-in-Chief, the Yangon Command commander, the mayor, regional-level officials and guests.
Guided by the Senior General, the construction of an underpass started in October 2023 to emerge a modern infrastructure for ensuring traffic safety of people who visit the Shwedagon Pagoda and People’s Square as the area is crowded with pilgrims and travellers to Shwedagon Pagoda. The main structure of the underpass is 11 feet high, 23 feet wide and 461 feet long with four entrances and exits for the use of some 14,000 people per hour.
The underpass is facilitated with four escalators and two lifts for older persons and people with disabilities. Thanks to the underpass, people and pilgrims can travel there with traffic safely, and it can contribute to the reduction of traffic congestion on U Wizara Road to some extent. The already-opened underpass can benefit the people and become a development symbol of Yangon. — MNA/TTA
Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar
Yangon City opens second underpass
CHAIRMAN of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing yesterday morning attended the ceremony to inaugurate an underpass, which is the second facility of its kind in Myanmar, on U Wizara Road between the western archway of Shwedagon Pagoda and the People’s Park in Dagon Township, Yangon Region.
Mayor U Bo Htay reported to the Senior General on the purpose of building the underpass with the efforts of Myanmar engineers and its advantages.
The Senior General and party watched a video clip on the construction of the underpass and gave gifts to engineers who participated in the construction project.
The chief minister, the commander and dignitaries inaugurated the underpass whereas the Senior General pressed the button to unveil the entrance to the underpass.
The Senior General viewed the documentary photos on the construction of the underpass and visited there, leaving necessary guidance to officials. Also present at the ceremony were Council Joint Secretary General Ye Win Oo, council members, Union ministers, the Yangon Region chief minister, senior Tatmadaw officers of the Office of the Commander-in-Chief, the Yangon Command commander, the mayor, regional-level officials and guests.
Guided by the Senior General, the construction of an underpass started in October 2023 to emerge a modern infrastructure for ensuring traffic safety of people who visit the Shwedagon Pagoda and People’s Square as the area is crowded with pilgrims and travellers to Shwedagon Pagoda. The main structure of the underpass is 11 feet high, 23 feet wide and 461 feet long with four entrances and exits for the use of some 14,000 people per hour.
The underpass is facilitated with four escalators and two lifts for older persons and people with disabilities. Thanks to the underpass, people and pilgrims can travel there with traffic safely, and it can contribute to the reduction of traffic congestion on U Wizara Road to some extent. The already-opened underpass can benefit the people and become a development symbol of Yangon. — MNA/TTA
Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar
According to the observations at (16:30)hrs MST today, due to the convergence of warm air from the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal and cold air from the China high pressure system and the remanent of Well Marked Low-Pressure Area over Southwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining West central Bay of Bengal, rain or thundershowers are likely to be isolated to scattered in Mandalay, Magway Regions and Rakhine State and fairly widespread to widespread in Sagaing Region and Kachin, Chin, Shan States with likelihood of isolated heavy falls during 20 December 2024 up to 23 December 2024.
According to the observations at (16:30)hrs MST today, due to the convergence of warm air from the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal and cold air from the China high pressure system and the remanent of Well Marked Low-Pressure Area over Southwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining West central Bay of Bengal, rain or thundershowers are likely to be isolated to scattered in Mandalay, Magway Regions and Rakhine State and fairly widespread to widespread in Sagaing Region and Kachin, Chin, Shan States with likelihood of isolated heavy falls during 20 December 2024 up to 23 December 2024. Advisory People should be awared 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. — DMH
Source: GNLM
According to the observations at (16:30)hrs MST today, due to the convergence of warm air from the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal and cold air from the China high pressure system and the remanent of Well Marked Low-Pressure Area over Southwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining West central Bay of Bengal, rain or thundershowers are likely to be isolated to scattered in Mandalay, Magway Regions and Rakhine State and fairly widespread to widespread in Sagaing Region and Kachin, Chin, Shan States with likelihood of isolated heavy falls during 20 December 2024 up to 23 December 2024. Advisory People should be awared 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. — DMH
Source: GNLM
From January to November 2024, more than 400,000 domestic and international visitors travelled to tourist destinations in Bago Region, according to the Bago Region Tourism Committee. Tourist sites in Bago Region hosted 399,637 domestic tourists and 6,329 international visitors, generating K4,909.34 million in tourism revenue. Compared to the same period in the previous year, the number of domestic tourists increased by 13,751, and revenue grew by K651.25 million. The Bago Region Tourism Committee announced plans to boost regional tourism with the onset of the dry season.
From January to November 2024, more than 400,000 domestic and international visitors travelled to tourist destinations in Bago Region, according to the Bago Region Tourism Committee. Tourist sites in Bago Region hosted 399,637 domestic tourists and 6,329 international visitors, generating K4,909.34 million in tourism revenue. Compared to the same period in the previous year, the number of domestic tourists increased by 13,751, and revenue grew by K651.25 million. The Bago Region Tourism Committee announced plans to boost regional tourism with the onset of the dry season. This includes intensifying efforts to promote tourism from multiple angles and developing new travel itineraries. The region offers seasonal festivals, prominent religious festivals, cultural heritage sites, accommodation, dining, and leisure facilities to ensure a pleasant and fulfilling experience for both domestic and international travellers. Efforts have also been made to maintain cleanliness, beauty, and a welcoming environment in these locations, including ensuring flower gardens bloom year-round and keeping public toilets consistently clean. The tourism sector plays a vital role in supporting the growth of MSMEs (micro, small, and medium-sized enter prises) in the region. By ensuring visitor convenience, safety, and satisfaction, the Regional Tourism Committee is working to achieve the continued success of the region’s tourism industry.ASH/TMT
Source: GNLM
From January to November 2024, more than 400,000 domestic and international visitors travelled to tourist destinations in Bago Region, according to the Bago Region Tourism Committee. Tourist sites in Bago Region hosted 399,637 domestic tourists and 6,329 international visitors, generating K4,909.34 million in tourism revenue. Compared to the same period in the previous year, the number of domestic tourists increased by 13,751, and revenue grew by K651.25 million. The Bago Region Tourism Committee announced plans to boost regional tourism with the onset of the dry season. This includes intensifying efforts to promote tourism from multiple angles and developing new travel itineraries. The region offers seasonal festivals, prominent religious festivals, cultural heritage sites, accommodation, dining, and leisure facilities to ensure a pleasant and fulfilling experience for both domestic and international travellers. Efforts have also been made to maintain cleanliness, beauty, and a welcoming environment in these locations, including ensuring flower gardens bloom year-round and keeping public toilets consistently clean. The tourism sector plays a vital role in supporting the growth of MSMEs (micro, small, and medium-sized enter prises) in the region. By ensuring visitor convenience, safety, and satisfaction, the Regional Tourism Committee is working to achieve the continued success of the region’s tourism industry.ASH/TMT
Source: GNLM
STATE Administration Council Chairman Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing received a delegation led by Mr Batu Khasikov, Head of the Republic of Kalmykia of the Russian Federation, at the Credentials Hall of the State Administration Council Chairman’s Office in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.
STATE Administration Council Chairman Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing received a delegation led by Mr Batu Khasikov, Head of the Republic of Kalmykia of the Russian Federation, at the Credentials Hall of the State Administration Council Chairman’s Office in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.
During the meeting, they discussed matters pertaining to the improving friendship and cooperation between Myanmar and the Russian Federation, enhancing relations with the Republic of Kalmykia, planning the 2025 International Buddhist Forum in Kalmykia, and how Myanmar can contribute to its success, developing tourism through religious and economic cooperation, mutual educational opportunities, and the agriculture and livestock sectors. Both sides also exchanged frank and friendly views on enhancing cooperation through reciprocal visits.
State Administration Council Joint Secretary General Ye Win Oo, Union Ministers U Tin Oo Lwin, and U Min Naung, deputy ministers, Russian Ambassador Mr Iskander Azizov and delegation members were also present on the occasion.
After the meeting, State Administration Council Chairman Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and Russian Kalmykia Republic Head Mr Batu Khasikov exchanged souvenirs and posed for a documentary photo. — MNA/TS
Source- The Global New Light of Myanmar
STATE Administration Council Chairman Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing received a delegation led by Mr Batu Khasikov, Head of the Republic of Kalmykia of the Russian Federation, at the Credentials Hall of the State Administration Council Chairman’s Office in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.
During the meeting, they discussed matters pertaining to the improving friendship and cooperation between Myanmar and the Russian Federation, enhancing relations with the Republic of Kalmykia, planning the 2025 International Buddhist Forum in Kalmykia, and how Myanmar can contribute to its success, developing tourism through religious and economic cooperation, mutual educational opportunities, and the agriculture and livestock sectors. Both sides also exchanged frank and friendly views on enhancing cooperation through reciprocal visits.
State Administration Council Joint Secretary General Ye Win Oo, Union Ministers U Tin Oo Lwin, and U Min Naung, deputy ministers, Russian Ambassador Mr Iskander Azizov and delegation members were also present on the occasion.
After the meeting, State Administration Council Chairman Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and Russian Kalmykia Republic Head Mr Batu Khasikov exchanged souvenirs and posed for a documentary photo. — MNA/TS
Source- The Global New Light of Myanmar
Myanmar and Belarus to strengthen diplomatic and trade ties
Both countries will further promote friendly relations and cooperation.
Myanmar and Belarus to strengthen diplomatic and trade ties
Both countries will further promote friendly relations and cooperation.
CHAIRMAN of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing received Mr Uladzimir Baravikou, Ha-
noi-based Belarusian Ambassador to Myanmar, at the SAC Chairman’s Office in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning. They frankly discussed further promotion of friendly relations and cooperation between the two countries, enhancement of diplomatic relations and trade, increased cooperation in various sectors including education, agriculture, livestock breeding, pharmaceuticals, industries and tourism sectors, sending of students on excursion tours, sending of scholarship students to study science and technology, and further cooperation in defence measures.
SAC Joint Secretary General Ye Win Oo, Deputy Prime Minister and Union Minister for Foreign Affairs U Than Swe and officials were also present on the occasion. — MNA/TTA
Source- The Global New Light of Myanmar
Myanmar and Belarus to strengthen diplomatic and trade ties
Both countries will further promote friendly relations and cooperation.
CHAIRMAN of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing received Mr Uladzimir Baravikou, Ha-
noi-based Belarusian Ambassador to Myanmar, at the SAC Chairman’s Office in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning. They frankly discussed further promotion of friendly relations and cooperation between the two countries, enhancement of diplomatic relations and trade, increased cooperation in various sectors including education, agriculture, livestock breeding, pharmaceuticals, industries and tourism sectors, sending of students on excursion tours, sending of scholarship students to study science and technology, and further cooperation in defence measures.
SAC Joint Secretary General Ye Win Oo, Deputy Prime Minister and Union Minister for Foreign Affairs U Than Swe and officials were also present on the occasion. — MNA/TTA
Source- The Global New Light of Myanmar