NAY  PYI  TAW  June  12

Chairman of the State Administration Council and Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing sent a message of condolence to Her Excellency Smt. Droupadi Murmu, President of the Republic of India, expressing his sorrow over the loss of many lives due to the crash of Indian airline flight AI-171 near Ahmedabad, India, today.

The message stated: We are deeply saddened to learn that Air India flight AI-171 crashed near Ahmedabad, the Republic of India, on 12 June 2025, resulting in a significant loss of life. At this sorrowful time, on behalf of the Government and people of Myanmar, I extend our heartfelt condolences and sympathies to Your Excellency and the people of India. We stand in solidarity with the Republic of India during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by this tragic incident. We continue to hold them in our hearts with deepest sympathy and respect.

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Miss Cherry Moe, crowned Miss Supranational Myanmar 2025, will represent Myanmar at the Miss Supranational pageant to be held in Poland.
More than 70 countries, including Myanmar, will be sending their representatives to compete in this international beauty competition.
“To achieve a good placement, I’ve spent the past year making improvements and preparing myself. I’m going to do my best. I’m both excited and nervous as I set off for the competition. Even if I don’t place as highly as I hope, I’ve mentally prepared myself to accept the outcome positively. As a national representative, I would also like to ask everyone to support me throughout the competition,” said Miss Cherry Moe.
Miss Cherry Moe departed from Yangon International Airport on the morning of 7 June to attend the Miss Supranational pageant in Poland. — ASH/MKKS

GNLM

Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, accompanied by his wife Daw Kyu Kyu Hla, Council Joint Secretary General Ye Win Oo and chief ministers of Mandalay and Sagaing regions, yesterday inspected ongoing rehabilitation operations for loss and damage caused by the earthquake in Sagaing and Mandalay.
At the meeting with the headteacher and officials of the No 1 Basic Education High School in Sagaing, the Senior General explained that the State arranges the KG+9 free education system for the enhancement of education standards. Educational staff have to serve academic duties conscientiously and teach students to have knowledge of literature and social relations. They need to organize the people to enable all school-age children to learn and fulfil their needs.
The Senior General viewed round progress in the construction of necessary school buildings of the school and guided officials to systematically construct school buildings to have long-term strengthening. He also observed the learning of students in the school buildings.
While in Sagaing, the Senior General, his wife and entourage paid homage to the Buddha image of Rajamanicula Kaungmhudaw Pagoda. The Senior General oversaw damage to the interior and exterior of Kaunghmudaw Pagoda, stairways and religious buildings, debris clearance process and rehabilitation measures.
The Senior General and party fed fish and released fingerlings at the Myitta Lake in the northern wing of the pagoda.
In the Aungmyay Bawdi Dhammayon of the pagoda, the Senior General heard reports on loss and damage to the pagoda by Lt-Gen Thet Pon from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army) and members of the pagoda board of trustees.
After hearing the reports, the Senior General gave guidance on repairing the damaged parts to the original state, growing trees along the bund of Myitta Lake, and relaxation sites at stairways of pagodas.

The Senior General and his wife donated cash to the fund for the overall renovation of the pagoda through officials.
Afterwards, the Chairman of the State Administration Council and Prime Minister, along with Council members, arrived at the Sitagu Vipassana Monastery. There, they paid respect to the State Ovadacariya Sayadaw, Sitagu Shwekyin Sangha Patron, and Chancellor of the Sitagu International Buddhist Academies, Abhidhaja Maha Rattha Guru Abhidhaja Aggamaha Saddhammajotika Dr Bhaddanta Ñissara.
In support of the restoration work for pagodas, stupas, and other religious structures that were damaged or collapsed due to the recent earthquake, they donated 1,500 tonnes of cement and other offerings, contributed by families from the Tatmadaw (Army, Navy, and Air).
The merits for the offerings were then shared in dedication to the monks, nuns, and individuals who lost their lives due to the natural disaster.
The Senior General also inspected the damage to SunU Ponnyashin Pagoda.
An official forwarded reports on the examination of the pagoda by experts, samples for the reconstruction of the pagoda with the use of RC beams for its perpetuation and the layout for religious buildings of the pagoda.
In his response, the Senior General gave guidance to officials to systematically compile the documentary photos of the pagoda, renovate the pagoda in its original state, and carry out necessary calculations for the reconstruction of religious buildings.
On arrival at Ayeyawady Bridge (Inwa), an official reported to the Senior General on the opening of the watercourse after the removal of debris at the No 4 and No 5 arches of the bridge and damage to lateral bracing, bearing and piers of the bridge.
At Maha Muni Buddha Image, the Senior General examined jewellery items for the collapsed diamond orb and the pennant-shaped vane, and cracked mural paintings. He also viewed round damage to the Buddha image and religious buildings and gave necessary guidance to officials.
At the Museum of the pagoda, the Mandalay Mayor and the chairman of the Image Board of Trustees reported on the progress of reconstruction measures. The Senior General stressed the need to systematically repair the buildings in their original states, and emphasize renovation for the buildings to be perpetual through engineering perspectives.
On arrival at Maha Atulawaiyan (Atumashi) Monastery, the Senior General paid homage to the Culamuni Buddha Image and other Buddha images and made cash donations.
The Senior General inspected maintenance of the monastery and Buddha images for magnificence and left necessary guidance. — MNA/TTA

GNLM

India’s extreme poverty rate fell sharply from 27.1 per cent in 2011-12 to 5.3 per cent in 2022-23, according to new World Bank estimates. This means about 269 million people rose above the international poverty line over 11 years.

The number of people living in extreme poverty dropped from 344.47 million to 75.24 million, based on the $3.00 per day poverty line (in 2021 PPP terms).

Five states – Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, West Bengal, and Madhya Pradesh – had the highest number of poor in 2011-12, and together they contributed to nearly two-thirds of the poverty reduction by 2022-23.

The World Bank reports that rural extreme poverty in India fell from 18.4 per cent to 2.8 per cent, while urban extreme poverty dropped from 10.7 per cent to 1.1 per cent over the same period.

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Maxride, a pioneering ride-hailing application, offers comfortable and affordable transportation services for residents in Thanlyin Township, Yangon Region, with a fleet of 98 three-wheelers, said U Naing Oo Wai, a representative of Maxride Application.
“Residents can enjoy safe, comfortable and convenient three-wheeler rides by booking through the Maxride Application. The app ensures the safety of the passengers by providing the personal information of the drivers through the app. Passengers can also retrieve lost items by contacting the driver through the app. Maxride redefined tricycle travel by making it safe, comfortable and accessible through a hailing app and promoting the socio-development of the township”, he elaborated.
The Maxride will extend its service to 13 more townships in Yangon Region beyond Thanlyin. — ASH/KK

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Myanmar is implementing the National Waste Management Strategy and Master Plan for Myanmar (2018-2030) in urban areas and industries.

Senior General Min Aung Hlaing stressed that Myanmar is implementing the 2019 Bangkok Declaration on Combating Marine Debris in the ASEAN Region, joining hands with other ASEAN states.
A ceremony to mark World Environment Day 2025 was held at the Yezin University of Forestry and Environmental Conservation in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday, with an address by State Administration Council Chairman, Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing.
In his address, the Senior General highlighted that, as urban areas and factories do not have systematic management of waste, all global countries including Myanmar are facing environmental pollution problems at present.

Read more: https://www.gnlm.com.mm/poor-waste-management-fuels-environmental-pollution/

Tanai, 5 June
A monsoon tree planting ceremony was held at Hukaung Myay Golf Course in Kansara Ward, Tanai, organized by the Township Forestry Department under the guidance of district and township administration officials.
A total of 650 saplings—50 Kantkaw, 100 teak, 100 Manjangsha, 200 Yemane, and 200 Kokku—were planted.
The event was attended by around 100 participants, including Brigadier General Kyaw Phone Aung, District Chairman U Moe Zaw Lin, Township Chairman U Aung Soe, departmental officials, members of local Women Affairs Federation and Maternal and Child Welfare Association, police, firefighters, ward administrators, and village elders. - Nay Lin Htoo (IPRD)

Source: Myanmar Digital News

The drama series titled “Chit Thaw Hninzi” (the Beloved Rose) will be broadcast in High Definition (HD) quality during the month of June, according to Academy Khin Wint Wah, who plays a leading role in the series.
This series is an original production of the Mahar Application, part of the Mahar Original Series lineup. The storyline and screenplay were written and directed by Aung Chan Lu.
“It is a drama series that explores themes of love in various forms of sacrifice. Despite the various ways love is portrayed, we want to share a message that genuine love is something truly magical. Please support us,” said actress Khin Wint Wah.
The series will feature 20 episodes and includes a cast of prominent artistes such as Academy Aye Chan Maung, Khin Wint Wah, Myat Kaythi Aung and many other supporting actors and actresses including Cindy Myat. — ASH/KZL

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

POSTED BY: GOPI MAY 30, 2025

New Delhi, May 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Friday lashed out at “new forms of dominations” for interfering in the politics of nations of the Global South, asserting that such agendas are encouraged even by some segments of society.

Addressing the Parul University Convocation in Gujarat’s Vadodara, EAM Jaishankar said that while the colonial era may be behind us but new forms of domination have emerged which are misusing the openings provided by globalisation. 

“They profess to judge us all and pronounce on our credentials. One example is the ill-concealed interference in the politics of nations of the Global South, often in the name of promoting democracy. Sadly, such agendas are encouraged even by some segments within our own society,” said EAM Jaishankar in his address.

He said that the world today is returning to its natural diversity and to its pluralism, adding that as colonial empires ended, many societies have regained their voice along with their freedom.

“The membership of the United Nations has itself quadrupled since its founding. It is essential that in our quest towards a more equitable and contemporary world order, there is mutual respect for cultures, traditions and heritage,” he said.

He pointed out that no country, however large and powerful, can manage alone, adding that it is the reality of interdependence and of globalisation, as also a statement about the limits of power.

“We may talk a lot about the promise of technology. But whether it is talent, whether it is data, or whether it is resources, everything cannot be just nationally generated or controlled. In fact, the very idea of a global order, or indeed of international relations, is the assumption that nations have to work with each other for their mutual and collective benefit. The rest is about setting optimal terms to do so,” he said.

He emphasised that India stands for openness, pluralism and diversity, adding that the country has a long tradition of growing with the world, instead of distancing itself from it.

“In many ways, we stand out by promoting commonness, rather than seeking uniformity. That you can see in our languages, in our faiths, in customs, traditions, cuisine and practices. Our openness to each other in India makes us just as open to the world. We therefore neither build walls – real or metaphorical – nor impose our ways on others,” he said.

EAM Jaishankar said that as a large polity in the international community of almost 200 nations, India does have national interests, which it seeks to advance.

“But this is sought to be done with mutual understanding and mutual benefit as its guiding principles. I am very confident that it is this understanding of India that all of you will take back home,” he said. 

Source: IANS (Social News)

A tourist train departed from northwest China’s Shaanxi Province on Thursday for Almaty, Kazakhstan, marking a new step in cultural and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries. Carrying 234 passengers, the train left Xi’an around noon and is set to arrive in Almaty on Saturday. The return journey is scheduled to depart on 5 June and arrive back in Xi’an on 7 June, with each one-way trip taking about 57 hours.
This year marks the China tourism year in Kazakhstan. Upon arrival in Almaty, passengers will be welcomed with fun performances and local cuisine.
A four-day cultural and people-to-people exchange event will be held in Almaty, showcasing a diverse array of activities. Attendees can look forward to demonstrations of intangible cultural heritage skills, exhibitions of cultural relics and promotions of traditional Chinese medicine. Special events will include a youth football friendly match, a symposium on sports exchanges and a gathering of women entrepreneurs.
The special train service is one of the key outcomes of the first China-Central Asia Summit held in Xi’an in 2023. The second summit is scheduled to take place later this year in Kazakhstan. — Xinhua

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar