Politics and national causes intertwined

Senior General Min Aung Hlaing unveiled that a plan is underway to allocate necessary support from the National Natural Disaster Management Fund to internally displaced people due to terrorist attacks.
Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing said so at the meeting of the Union government at the SAC Chairman Office in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.
In his speech, the Senior General highlighted that politics is not economics, but economics is indeed intertwined with politics and state affairs, adding that only when the economy is strong will political, economic, social, and defence sectors become robust. Therefore, everyone must collaborate to strengthen the State economy.
He gave guidance the government will accelerate economic growth by providing capital loans from the National Economic Promotion Fund to potential MSME businesses.
He stated that efforts are being made to produce quality processed products from industrial raw materials such as cotton, bamboo, rubber, and coffee in the MSME sector.
He noted that the rice and beans, especially Pawsan rice, have already gained market access, so it is necessary to work towards exporting rice and beans of even better quality than what is currently available.
Regarding rubber, he highlighted that if efforts are made to produce a large number of tyres and tubes used in bicycles and motorcycles – which do not require advanced technology or significant investment – it can greatly contribute to the country’s economic development.

The Senior General underscored that as efforts are being made to ensure stability, peace, and the rule of law as part of the preparation for the upcoming election, emphasis must be placed on the creation of a situation to hold the election.
He continued that Pyithu Hluttaw, Amyotha Hluttaw and region and state Hluttaws must be capable of convening relevant Hluttaw meeting sessions, and it is necessary to ensure that these Hluttaws must be dignified.
Significantly, the Senior General approved that it has been planned to provide necessary support from the National Disaster Management Fund for people temporarily displaced due to terrorist attacks.
In the education sector, the Senior General stressed that in connection with the current distance education system, officials need to systematically oversee that students genuinely acquire knowledge and skills.
He added that the students who are learning the essential knowledge and skills required for the country must also be supported with stipends. Furthermore, he unveiled that plans are underway to establish more agricultural and veterinary universities.
Regarding healthcare, he spotted that although a policy has been adopted for every hospital to have doctors, it has been found that some hospitals lack doctors. Therefore, it is necessary to review and address this issue according to the respective regions and
report the findings.
In the electric power sector, the Senior General confirmed that the government will provide support for the financial requirements needed for electricity generation businesses utilizing solar energy.
The Nay Pyi Taw Council chairman, region and state chief ministers reported on plans to grow monsoon paddy and oil crops, expansion of sown acreage, production and export measures, basic and higher education sectors, more coverage of healthcare, operation of industrial zones, foreign trade and earning of foreign currency, taxation, enhancement of tourism sector, electrification process, and disbursement of loans from the State economic promotion fund.
Also present at the meeting were SAC Vice-Chairman Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win, union ministers, union-level dignitaries and officials together with region and state chief ministers through videoconferencing. —MNA/TTA

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Esteemed ethnic national brethren in Kayah State,

Today, 15 January 2025, is Kayah State Day, filled with auspiciousness for the national brethren and the Kayah ethnic people in Kayah State.

On this significant occasion, which coincides with the New Year festivities, I extend my heartfelt wishes for good health, peace of mind, and prosperity to all Kayah ethnic people and all citizens of the Union.

Kayinni State, which was included as a state under the Constitution 1947, was officially rechristened Kayah State through public consensus under the Constitutional Amendment Act in 1951. This change became effective on 15 January 1952.

The date of this renaming was designated as "Kayah State Day."

Kayah State is a region of stunning natural beauty, featuring mountains, forests, water bodies, and an abundance of natural resources both above- and underground. It is also enriched with a vibrant cultural heritage. The temperate climate, coupled with the warmth, friendliness, and honesty of the local ethnic communities, are among the state’s most charming attributes. Furthermore, the collaborative efforts of the local ethnic populations for the benefit of the state have enabled it to develop and establish a strong foundation. Building on this foundation, it is crucial for the ethnic communities within Kayah State to work together with the national government to achieve lasting peace, stability, and sustainable development. This collective effort is essential to ensure that future generations can continue to enjoy the fruits of durable peace.

Our country has been a sovereign nation with its own unique culture, literature, and language for many centuries, where all ethnic brethren lived together harmoniously and unitedly in various regions of the country through thick and thin.

However, this unified and strong nation was unjustly invaded by the British colonialists through three aggressive wars starting in 1824, subjecting the country to servitude under their rule.

Subsequently, the territorial expansions were governed by laws that were distinct for each mountainous area, and for over a hundred years, colonialists administered with a clear intention of division. In ruling the country, they also carried out actions that further emphasized the differences and distinctions.

On 4 January 1948, after regaining independence, it was observed that the influence of political parties and their power struggles intensified. On 28 March 1948, the Communist Party of Burma, instead of resolving political differences through peaceful means, chose the armed struggle line as a strategy.

 This marked the beginning of armed conflicts across the country, preventing the nation from experiencing the full benefits of independence. Similarly, due to the territorial disputes and the division of power, some ethnic groups also pursued armed struggle lines through various ideologies, which led to the country remaining in a state of instability and unrest, a situation that persists to present day.

Myanmar has experienced armed conflicts alongside its independence, and it has been over 76 years since these conflicts began. It is important to examine the reasons behind these ongoing armed struggles. Understanding the historical context allows us to recognize the shortcomings of past periods and will contribute to a better future. Political differences were not addressed through political means but rather through the armed struggle line, leading to internal armed conflicts. We must be aware that the lack of stability and peace continues to persist.

The current instability and terror acts occurring within the country are the result of individuals claiming to be promoting democracy, but instead, they have resorted to electoral fraud to unlawfully seize state power. Rather than resolving issues through lawful democratic methods, they have chosen armed terrorism approaches.

Some foreign countries, which claim to be defending democracy, are also supporting and encouraging armed terror attacks that are directly or indirectly against the democratic system.

It should be noted carefully that these actions aim to manipulate their countries to establish control and delay the people's desire for a multi-party democratic system, ultimately supporting dictatorship disguised as democracy.

The government must continue to implement a genuine and disciplined multi-party democratic system, which reflects the will of the people. In order to implement this, necessary preparations are being made to hold free and fair general elections that allow for true representation of the people's will.

 It is emphasized that these elections will be conducted impartially and equitably.

The government is committed to working solely for the benefit of the nation and the ethnic people, striving to ensure the stability, peace, and prosperity of the country, and to provide sufficient resources for the people.

The government will continue to collaborate with the ethnic people to achieve these goals.

In accordance with the will of the ethnic people, it is necessary for the government, Tatmadaw, all civil servants, all civil society organizations, and the entire population to unite and work together to build a Union based on democracy and a federal system.

The key factor in reaching our goal is the unity and solidarity of all our ethnic groups, as well as the stability and peace of the nation.

In the current situation, we will witness the harmful effects of foreign countries' interference, the actions of certain organizations that prioritize their own interests over the nation's and people's welfare, and false information that undermines the country's stability. Due to the persuasion and terror acts committed by terrorist organizations such as the NUG, CRPH, and PDF, there will be misunderstandings and a disintegration of unity among the public in some regions, leading to ongoing unrest.

Recently, towns and villages, including Loikaw in Kayah State were damaged due to terror attacks by KNDF groups and PDF terrorists.

Armed terrorists living within the state have destroyed their own region.

For the development and peaceful stability of any region, it is essential that the people living there contribute.

The responsibility to protect the development and stability of the region lies with the local population, and they must prevent actions that would undermine the region’s peace and stability.

 The participation of ethnic communities in terror attacks reflects a lack of national unity, immature political thinking, and betrayal of their own region and people.

Therefore, it is requested that all citizens work together to curb the terror actions of local armed groups that are undermining regional stability, peace, and the security of the local people.

These groups have taken refuge in homes in towns and villages, using civilians as shields and carrying out attacks with impunity.

If the public remains vigilant and cautious, efforts to dismantle these armed groups can be carried out more swiftly and effectively.

The key requirement for the development and progress of the nation and the establishment of a democratic State is the complete education and correct thinking of all the people.

The people must manage and protect the interests of the nation and public with knowledge.

The government must work to ensure that the people are well-educated, and that young people with abundant human resources emerge.

The education sector is being enhanced to support this goal, and I encourage ethnic people to actively participate. Efforts should be made to reopen closed schools, assist students who are unable to attend school due to various reasons to return to school, and ensure that every child of school age is able to attend school. Only then can young people be fully empowered and contribute to the well-being of the region, the nation, and the people.

Esteemed ethnic national brethren in Kayah State,

For a state to emerge as more peaceful, prosperous, and developed, the spirit and strength of all the national brethren living within the state are crucial.

Just as the strength of a nation comes from within the nation itself, the strength of a state also derives from the combined power of all its national brethren.

For the long-term stability and sustainability of the Union, with the duty of three key responsibilities at the forefront, may we protect and safeguard the nation and its people with the spirit of ethnic solidarity, unity, and the Union spirit among the ethnic people.

Let us nurture and cultivate the younger generation, the future of the country, to become valuable human resources.

The ethnic people of Kayah State should also participate in the reconstruction process with correct ideas and concepts, working together in unity. I send this message to show my hope that the entire Kayah State will remain peaceful and prosperous, with all ethnic groups experiencing progress and improvements in their social and economic lives.

Senior General Thadoe Maha Thray Sithu

Thadoe Thiri Thudhamma Min Aung Hlaing

Prime Minister

Chairman, State Administration Council

Source: Myawady Web Portal

EFFORTS are being made to allocate available electricity efficiently and smoothly to users by categorizing it into groups based on time usage in the supply of electricity, said Admiral Tin Aung San.
Chairman of the Electric Power and Energy Development Commission State Administration Council Member Deputy Prime Minister and Union Minister at the Prime Minister Office Admiral Tin Aung San delivered a speech at the Electric Power and Energy Development Commission’s meeting 1/2025 at the SAC Office in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday afternoon.
Speaking on the occasion, the Admiral said that electricity and energy are crucial infrastructures for improving the daily lives of the people and attracting increased domestic and foreign direct investment (FDI).
In the electricity sector, he continued, Myanmar primarily relies on hydropower and natural gas to generate electricity. It is also necessary to expand the use of renewable energy sources beyond current levels.
He noted that as the country immediately needs electricity, efforts are being made to generate electricity from power plants using liquefied natural gas (LNG).
The Deputy Prime Minister highlighted that the destruction of national grids and substations by acts of sabotage prevent power plants from generating and supplying electricity, causing a decline in natural gas production, maintenance of natural gas pipelines, and the impacts of natural disasters like flooding have led to significant challenges in fully operating power plants and generating electricity. He disclosed that efforts are being made to allocate available electricity efficiently and smoothly to users by categorizing it into groups based on time usage in the supply of electricity.
In the implementation of development projects, he added that human resources, technology, and investment are crucial factors. Therefore, it is necessary to invite both domestic and foreign investments and technologies, while creating frameworks that can attract and protect investors.
As such, it is important to review and evaluate relevant laws, policies, and procedures. He urged relevant Union ministers and experts to recommend the generation of electricity from the most appropriate location for building low embankments among four prioritized venues out of 16 in the Ayeyawady Region.
He stressed that all meeting participants have to discuss the potential for the construction of new buildings to generate electricity from solar energy to be fed to the national grid with more steps to release laws and notifications.
All attendees were urged to discuss the energy sector to implement upgrades for onshore and offshore oil fields, enhance existing fields, and improve processes for oil refining operations. Vice-Chairman 1 Union Minister for Electric Power U Nyan Tun and Vice-Chairman 2 Union Minister for Energy U Ko Ko Lwin reported on measures being taken to generate electric power and energy, risks in the work process and plans.
Members of the commission Union ministers also discussed the participation of relevant ministries in the development of electric power and energy sectors.
Chief ministers from regions and states explained the generation and supply of electricity and energy in their plans and future tasks. The meeting was also attended by the president of UMFCCI and an official from the Myanmar Engineering Council. — MNA/TTA

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

On this occasion of the New Year 2025, I would like to extend my warmest greetings to all national brethren residing within Myanmar. May you all be blessed with good health, peace of mind, and the fulfilment of your aspirations.

Since the assumption of the State’s responsibilities, the State Administration Council has envisioned the path forward for the nation by setting visions, road maps and objectives. Through our steadfast efforts, we are now witnessing significant achievements in working towards our goals. This has been possible thanks to our people’s active and cooperative support. While the journey ahead may bring challenges, difficulties, and obstacles, I firmly believe that we can overcome them through the united strength and collective efforts of all of us.

Those who wish ill upon our citizens have targeted various as pects of urban and rural security and economic sectors throughout 2024, aiming to disrupt and destroy them. These actions stem from ignorant individuals whose deeds harm their communities and regions. They exploit noble values such as ethnicity, equality, and democracy, using them as a pretext for terror acts that ultimately degrade their people and areas. We must work together to prevent and put a stop to such actions.

We successfully enumerated the population and housing census in 2024. Moreover, we successfully hosted the Fifth National Sports Festival, laying a strong foundation for elevating the country’s sports standards. We have also made significant progress in the nation’s development to a certain extent. These achievements were made possible due to the dedicated efforts of those who have been working selflessly and courageously for peace and stability of the State, defence, non-disintegration of the Union, the rule of law, and strengthening of democracy. I would like to express my deep respect and honour to the heroic Tatmadaw members, Myanmar Police Force members, people’s militia, war veterans, civil servants and all citizens who sacrificed their lives and limbs. These acts will remain as part of our historical records and serve as a testament to the enduring patriotism and unity of our people. In our country, armed conflict remains a challenge. My aim is solely to resolve these conflicts for the benefit of the nation and the people, fostering a stable and peaceful environment. This must be achieved through political means that the people desire, including dialogue and negotiation. These approaches can establish peace and stability, while also improving economic and social conditions. However, while the leaders of armed groups often claim to pursue democracy under various pretexts, in reality, they are driven by self-interest and continue to perpetrate armed conflicts. Similarly, some ethnic leaders, though speaking of federal rights and ethnic rights, turn a blind eye to the essence of democracy and work towards the disintegration of the Union. It is important to carefully balance what is desirable and feasible and to act per democratic principles for the benefit of the Union. The inability to resolve armed conflicts in our country is partly due to the differing paths taken with various common objectives. To address these issues, we all need to move forward resolutely along the path to democracy through firm spirit. I would also like to urge our people to encourage armed groups to join the democratic path.

In this world, for a nation or a people to survive and thrive, it is essential to possess the ability to defend themselves and to contin uously enhance their capabilities. If we cannot sustain our lives and our stability through our efforts, it could lead to a weakened sovereignty of the nation and potentially result in subjugation by others. To remain steadfast as an independent nation and to avoid becoming subordinate to others, all citizens of the country must unite in solidarity. In times when the nation faces threats, Tatmadaw, which bears the pri mary responsibility for national defence, and the people must work together firmly. With pat riotism, unity, and unwavering courage, we must protect the nation with determination and strive for its long-term stability and development.

As for me, I am striving to successfully organize a free and fair election, which is the ultimate goal of the State Administration Council. Efforts are also being made to bring the nation back onto the correct democratic path. Therefore, I urge our citizens to unite and actively participate in ensuring the success of the election based on the patriotism and national spirit demonstrated in 2024. Let us all work together so that 2025 becomes a year of victory for the people, reaching the democratic goal all citizens aspire to, and make this a testament to our collective efforts.

I wish all my fellow national brethren of Myanmar to nurture mutual kindness and work together for the benefit of the nation and our people. Wishing you all a Happy New Year!

Source: Global New Light Of Myanmar

On behalf of the State Administration Council Chairman, State Administration Council Secretary General Aung Lin Dwe, accompanied by officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, arrived at the Embassy of India’s Liaison Office, situated at the Park Royal Hotel, Dekkhinathiri Township, Nay Pyi Taw, at noon yesterday to sign the book of condolence for the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister of the Republic of India, who passed away on 26 December 2024. First Secretary and Head of the Indian Liaison Office Ms Ritu Yadav, and officials welcomed the Secretary of the State Administration Council.

Following this, the Secretary of the State Administration Council met Ms Ritu Yadav, First Secretary, Head of the Indian Liaison Office and officials of the Indian Embassy in a cordial meeting. He also conveyed a message of condolence and sympathy from the Chairman of the State Administration Council for the recent passing of the former Prime Minister of the Republic of India and signed the book of condolence.

Dr Manmohan Singh served as the Prime Minister of the Republic of India from 2004 to 2014 and paid a goodwill visit to Myanmar in 2012.

Source: Global New Light of Myanmar

Non-profitable industries may be halted after reviews
The industries which cannot bring profit for the State may be halted through reviews and State-owned industries must be cost-effective.

SENIOR General Min Aung Hlaing pointed out that only when productivity rises and supply and demand are in balance will authorities be able to manage commodity prices. Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing yesterday afternoon said so at the Union government meeting at the meeting hall of the Office of the SAC Chairman in Nay Pyi Taw.
Speaking on the occasion, the Senior General underscored that producers and business owners are urged to sell these basic commodities at reasonable and fair profit margins. He said that the industries which cannot bring profit for the State may be halted through reviews and State-owned industries must be cost-effective.
He emphasized that only when productivity rises and supply and demand are in balance will authorities be able to manage commodity prices. The Senior General added that by selling larger quantities with smaller profit margins, they can help alleviate the financial burden on the public and contribute to their welfare measures.
The Senior General underlined that it is also important to maintain a balance between national income and expenditure. To achieve this, production must be increased without fail to enable greater exports. He highlighted that employment opportunities should be created, and incentives should be provided to boost manufacturing industries to further increase production.
With regard to the employment opportunities, the Senior General stressed that deserved jobs, salaries and wages must be created for the people. Regions and states have to create employment opportunities to develop these regions, he added. He highlighted that if new projects are beneficial for the country, the government will allow them but the projects must be implemented on schedule.
But, these projects must be completed during the tenure of the government. He went on to say that everybody must participate in
initiatives to ensure food security. If all regions and states have food security, there is no reason to raise commodity prices.
The Senior General stressed the operation of bamboo and bamboo-based industries, rubber industries and expanded sown acreage of onion to export surplus to foreign markets. In the education sector, the Senior General disclosed that teachers must be qualified in teaching skills as they are early teachers of students from primary and middle schools. The government has a plan to establish more polytechnic universities in regions and states.
He instructed that all regions and states have to create green zone areas for the greening of the environment. Relevant administrators need to supervise growing trees along both sides of roads and conserve them.
Officials need to supervise road areas and railway areas strictly. Union ministers, the Nay Pyi Taw Council Chairman and chief ministers of regions and states reported on education, health, agriculture and production measures, and respective sectors.
Also present were SAC Vice Chairman Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win, union ministers, union-level dignitaries and officials, together with the Nay Pyi Taw Council Chairman, chief ministers from regions and states through video conferencing. — MNA/TTA

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Senior General Min Aung Hlaing recounted that Chinese Pre­mier Mr Li Qiang actively sup­ports for the implementation of the Five-Point Roadmap of the State Administration Council as well as en­courages more efforts of Myanmar to initiate political stability of the country and political reform process.

Chairman of the State Adminis­tration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing said so at the meeting of the SAC at the SAC Chair­man Office in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.

During the visit to China to attend the GMS Summit and other summits in Kunming, the Senior General recounted that he held talks with Premier Mr Li Qiang of the People’s Republic of China, held talks with Politburo member of the Communist Party of China Secretary of Chongqing Municipal Party Committee Mr Yuan Jiajun and Central Committee member of CPC Secretary of Yunnan  Provincial Party Committee Mr Wang Ning and Prime Ministers from the GMS countries, respectively.

At the meetings, he explained the progress of Myanmar, the undertakings of the country, bilateral cooperation with the relevant countries, and the support of friendly countries to Myanmar in the international landscape. 

It was noted that Premier Mr Li Qiang of the People’s Re­public of China held a specific meeting with the Myanmar Prime Minister among other prime ministers bound for the GMS summit. At the meeting, the Senior General explained the progress of Myanmar wide­ly. At the meeting, important discussions of the Chinese Pre­mier were: China always sup­ports the endeavours of the My­anmar government in internal peace processes. China actively supports the implementation of the Five-Point Roadmap of the State Administration Council as well as encourages more efforts of Myanmar to initiate political stability of the country and po­litical reform process. China reaffirmed the sovereignty of Myanmar and its territorial integrity. China encourages the Myanmar government to manage China-Myanmar bor­der trade posts. China wishes harmonized development of Myanmar through cooperation. These talks are the clear stand­ing of China for Myanmar’s sov­ereignty and the endeavours of the Myanmar government. 

At the meeting, the Chinese Premier pledged to provide nec­essary aid for the election and enumeration of population and household census process. 

The Senior General re­counted that he held meetings with Politburo member of the Communist Party of China Sec­retary of Chongqing Municipal Party Committee Mr Yuan Ji­ajun and Central Committee member of CPC Secretary of Yunnan Provincial Party Com­mittee Mr Wang Ning. They also pledged to cooperate with My­anmar for development, peace and stability fully. These meet­ings brought positive results. It can be seen that their talks specifically emphasized Myan­mar affairs. 

At the separate meetings with Prime Ministers from four Southeast Asian countries at­tending the GMS summit, the Senior General continued to explain serving the State re­sponsibilities by the State Ad­ministration Council under the Constitution (2008) due to voting frauds in the 2020 mul­tiparty democratic general election, preparations to hold a free and fair multiparty dem­ocratic general election and plans to invite international observation teams to analyze the election as a transparent election. Those Prime Ministers held discussions supporting the Myanmar. The trip to China was successful as the Senior Gener­al could discuss the promotion of China-Myanmar economic cooperation and sending more scholarship students to China to ensure the development of human resources. 

The Senior General pledged that State responsibil­ities will be handed over under the democratic standards to the winning party in the free and fair multiparty democratic general election in accordance with the 2008 Constitution. 

He emphasized that the government is striving for se­curity measures. All measures are being taken in accord with the NCA as much as possible. The government, EAOs and political parties have agreed to continue their discussions at the Hluttaw. 

He noted that political parties are allowed to register under the law. Larger number of representatives of national races need to join the political platform in order to demand needs of regions and their na­tional races under the law. 

The Senior General stressed that a PR system is being initiated for state and regional, and Amyotha Hlut­taws for wider participation of national races and all strata of people in the Hluttaw. 

He underscored that those who committed voting fraud not only in relevant constituencies but in the whole region in the 2020 election. Bago Region saw the worst voting fraud in the election. As those unscrupulous persons committed voting fraud in the entire region or state, the voting fraud in the election worsened unprecedently. 

He pointed out that those who were responsible for the voting fraud were CEC mem­bers from the NLD party. They represented the party. As they committed voting fraud in groups, it is necessary to pre­vent the occurrence of such incidents. 

The Senior General ex­plained that those who create conflicts are the people from the relevant region and the country. In the same way, they also in­itiate the development, peace and stability of their own region. Hence, council members have to join hands with residents in lessening terror acts of armed groups from relevant regions to ensure peace and stability for the region and its residents. 

With regard to disasters, the Senior General highlight­ed that destructive acts of hu­mans caused tremandous loss and damage to roads, bridges, schools and buildings. Terror­ists without rationality naughtly destroy buildings, roads and bridges essential for the devel­opment of the State. As these losses and damage are being repaired and reconstructed, development undertakings of the State cannot be carried out.

The Senior General elab­orated on committing terror acts based on external insti­gations, lesser knowledge and techniques, and lack of critical thinking. It can be seen that terror acts and evil acts occur in the region where people have the least knowledge. Hence, the government is encouraging the education sector in order to shape a developed, peaceful and stable nation in the future. Only when individuals have a school education will they have critical thinking. 

The Senior General noted that it is necessary to strive to meet the target cultivation, en­hancing double crop cultivation and expanding sown acreage in order to develop the agriculture sector. 

He stressed the need to en­courage the operation of textile, electronic products, steel and iron industries to meet the do­mestic demands. 

Council members report­ed on the desire of IDPs from Loikaw to resettle in peaceful and stable Loikaw, clarification on the implementation of the Roadmap of the State to resi­dents on trips of council mem­bers, needs to seek the solution for EAOs to renounce armed terrorism in order to reach the peace track and rehabilitation of the people in the disaster-hit regions. 

The meeting was also attended by SAC Vice-Chair­man Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win, Secretary General Aung Lin Dwe, Joint Secretary General Ye Win Oo and council members and officials. — MNA/TTA

Source- The Global New Light of Myanmar

SENIOR General Min Aung Hlaing underscored that ministries have to implement missions and visions successfully, emphasizing significant measures of national plans.

Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing delivered a speech at the Union government meeting 7/2024 at the Office of the SAC Chairman in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.

Speaking on the occasion, the Senior General highlighted that emphasis must be placed on the implementation of missions and visions step by step, with full responsibility and accountability for the achievement of assigned duties.

He stressed that the census collection and other preparations aim to hold an election successfully with a systematic plan.

He continued that population and household census must be enumerated as a national cause, and arrangements are being made to collect the census in the remaining areas on the security ground.

Concerning the recent flash floods, the Senior General recounted that the recent flash floods have killed 444 persons in addition to animals, destroying homes and buildings, roads and bridges, vehicles and machinery, acknowledging relief and rehabilitation efforts of well-wishers and charity organizations.

He disclosed that cash donations of public participation amounted to more than K53 billion to rehabilitate flood-affected areas. He recognized the aid of well-wishers in individuals and groups.

In the culture sector, the Senior General noted that the Myanmar Traditional Cultural Performing Arts Competition aims to preserve Myanmar’s traditional cultural heritage and ensure its continuity for future generations.

He instructed ministries and regional and state chief ministers to report on measures in border regions to the Union government in time. Then, the State would be able to give necessary directives or fulfil necessary requirements.

He stressed the need to efficiently utilize the sound foundations of the nation to manufacture products based on agriculture and livestock farming tasks. He added that better techniques from foreign countries are needed to operate agriculture and livestock farms successfully.

The Senior General underlined that it would provide opportunities and technology to businesspersons to operate the manufacturing sector based on timber, bamboo, rattan, and other forest products aimed at producing export commodities.

In the fishery sector, he instructed officials to allow offshore and onshore fishery under discipline and encourage shrimp farming tasks to be developed in order to increase the export volume of marine products.

In the cotton production sector, he emphasized that Magway, Sagaing and Mandalay regions have to lead the operation of industries based on cotton so as to supply threads to textile industries in all regions and states while reducing the import volume of textiles and fabrics.

In the education sector, the Senior General pointed out that at a time when basic education schools which were temporarily closed due to natural disasters will be opened, efforts must be made to keep the schools neat and tidy.

Teachers need to teach students during after-school classes to complete the texts.

The Senior General urged all to create clean and beautiful tourist destinations with flowery scenes in regions and states in order to attract homegrown and international travellers.

Union ministers, the Nay Pyi Taw Council chairman, and chief ministers of regions and states reported on undertakings in education, health, agriculture, and manufacturing industries in their areas.

Also present at the meeting were SAC Vice-Chairman Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win, Union ministers, Union-level dignitaries, the Nay Pyi Taw Council chairman, the chief minister of Chin State and officials together with region and state chief ministers through videoconferencing. — MNA/TTA

Source- The Global New Light Of Myanmar

UNION Minister for the Ministry 2 at the Office of the Chairman of the State Administration Council U Ko Ko Hlaing received the delegation led by Ms Hai Kyung Jun, Director of UNHCR Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific, yesterday at the parlour of the Ministry in Nay Pyi Taw.

They cordially exchanged views to cooperate between Myanmar and UNHCR to share updated information on the government’s efforts for the relief, rehabilitation and recovery in the wake of current floods triggered by Typhoon Yagi, to provide humanitarian assistance effectively to the victims of floods and people from hard-to -reach areas, implementing emergency response and rehabilitation programmes in accord with “No one left behind” principle the of the government. The Union minister also advised them to follow the principle of existing Myanmar Disaster Management (SOP) and properly extend MoUs with the ministries concerned.

U Naing Swe Oo, Director-General and senior officials of the Ministry at the Office of the Chairman of the State Administration Council were also present at the meeting.— MNA

Source- The Global New Light Of Myanmar

THE 15-day enumeration of nationwide population and household census commenced yesterday, and it will end on 15 October.

The enumerators led by Union Minister for Immigration and Population U Myint Kyaing collected census data of State Administration Council Chairman Prime Minister Senior-General Min Aung Hlaing at the Tatmadaw Guesthouse in the office of Commander-in-Chief (Army) at noon yesterday.

The Senior General altogether provided the needed data.

Similarly, the enumerators conduct census collection on the families of SAC

Vice-Chairman Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win, Pyithu Hluttaw Speaker U T Khun Myat, SAC Secretary General Aung Lin Dwe, Joint Secretary General Ye Win Oo and SAC Member General Maung Maung Aye at their respective houses.

Every country takes a national census every ten years as it has to set policies and projects to ensure proportionate development in social, economic, and management sectors, depending on the population received from the census.

The data from the census-collecting process is concerned not only with the government and ministries but also with each and every citizen of the country as they are the focal information for political, economic, social, defence and public affairs management sectors. The Ministry of Immigration and Population is leading the enumeration process of the population and household census, and it can be done successfully with public participation.

The 2024 enumeration process of the population and household census is being conducted to collect accurate population and socioeconomic data in time, adopt policies, projects, strategies and tactics for social, economic and management measures by conducting research on population and socioeconomic changes between 2014 and 2024, compile the necessary index in implementing the Myanmar Sustainable Development Plan (MSDP) and develop the national statistic system to contribute the national strategy. Although there were 41 questions in the 2014 census, there were 68 questions in 2024, adding 27 new questions to receive more precise data. Some of the examples of additional data questions are the main reasons for not joining school in the education sector and waste system or sanitation system for household data. These questions are practical facts for the government to consider in order to fulfil the needs of the people in the education, health, and social sectors. The census team will collect data at homes from 7 am to 6 pm, and they will inform the date in advance. The census-taking process is not concerned with whether the people have a household census form 66/6 or from 10, CSC, or whether they are ethnic people or citizens. However, all the data of the people in Myanmar territory will be enumerated within the census reference timeframe except for those who are not included. Moreover, the tax will not be levied, and action will not be taken against the possessions based on the census. There is no need to worry about the family members residing abroad as there is no occasion to take action. —MNA/KTZH

Source- The Global New Light Of Myanmar