1. The Rakhine Nationalities Party, with its head office located at 49, U Uttama Road, Central Quarter, Kyaukpyu, Rakhine State, submitted an application on 24 June 2025 for registration as a political party under Section 5 of the Political Parties Registration Law. In this application, the party indicated that it intends to use the party name, flag, and emblem as described.
2. Objections to the party’s name, flag and emblem may be raised by submitting valid evidence to the Union Election Commission within seven days from the date of this declaration, as stipulated by Section 14(d) of the Political Parties Registration Law.
Union Election Commission

Source: GNLM

Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing visited Baikal Lake on Sunday during his official visit to the Republic of Buryatia of Russian Federation. Situated between Irkutsk Oblast and the Republic of Buryatia, the Baikal Lake is the deepest lake in the world with over 5,300 ft depth.

It is also the world’s oldest freshwater lake at about 30 million years. UNESCO declared the Baikal Lake as the World Heritage Site in 1996, and it is home to thousands species of plants and animals. The Prime Minister and party later proceeded to Ulan-Ude Locomotive and Carriage Repair Plant and observed the processes of repair work in the plant.

Established in 1934, the plant is the subsidiary of Zheldorremmash Company which is one of the major companies in locomotive repairs and spare parts production.

During the visit, the Prime Minister interacted with the local media outlets from the Republic of Buryatia, explaining the cooperation in economic, education, industrial technology and tourism sectors and enhancing friendship and collaboration between Myanmar and the Republic of Buryatia.

mitv

The Peace Forum 2025, continued for its third day in Nay Pyi Taw under the theme “Towards a Peaceful and Prosperous Nation through Integration of Peace, Elections, and Development”.

The forum was attended by Chairman of the National Solidarity and Peacemaking Negotiation Committee Lt-Gen Yar Pyae, committee members, retired military officers, representatives from JMC, political parties, NCA Signatories and Non-Signatories Ethnic Armed Organizations, academics, NGOs, media, and international observers.

Discussions were held in two groups and Dr. Thet Thet Khine led the Group-1, which focused on humanitarian needs and strategies to overcome socio-economic challenges. Meanwhile, Group 2, led by retired General Soe Naing Oo, explored Myanmar’s geopolitical future and strategies for transition.

In the afternoon, the closing ceremony took place, and Group Leaders reviewed discussion outcomes. Secretary of the Committee, Lt-Gen Min Naing summarized the forum’s key recommendations. Representatives from the two groups also expressed thanks.

In his closing remarks, Lt-Gen Yar Pyae emphasized the importance of peace, elections, and development, with plans to invite more international experts to future forums. It is learnt that the recommendations made during the forum will be submitted to national leadership for practical implementation.

mitv

Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and delegation members, during their stay in Belarus, visited Minsk Tractor Works on Friday. They observed the various farm implement used for land preparation, cultivation, nurturing, disaster response,  and distribution. They also viewed the assembling process of tractors.

In meeting with the Belarusian Minister of Industry, the Prime Minister discussed the possible technical cooperation for production of farm implement and vehicles for development of mechanized farming system in Myanmar.

After the meeting, the Prime Minister and party took a tour of the exhibition. Established in 1946, the Minsk Tractor Works mainly produces farm tractors. With the employment of over 15,000 staff, it is one of the major farm implement factories in Belarus. Tractors produced from the factory have been exported to the western countries and ASEAN member states.

The Prime Minister and party later proceeded to Slutsk Cheese Factory, and toured around it. In the meeting room, an official explained the work performance of the factory, followed by presentation of a video clip. The factory has been operated for more than 40 years, and it is one of the largest factory in Belarus, producing about 250 tons of milk, 150 tons of milk powder, 3,000 ton of dairy products, 100 ton each of butter and cheese in a day. These products have been exported to 24 countries.

mitv

The Peace Forum 2025, themed “Towards a New Nation of Peace and Prosperity through the Integration of Peace, Elections and Development”, entered its second day at the Mingalar Thiri Hotel in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday.
It was attended by National Solidarity and Peacemaking Negotiation Committee Chairman Lt-Gen Yar Pyae, committee secretary Lt-Gen Min Naing, committee members, retired Tatmadaw officers, representatives of JMC, political parties, NCA-signatories and non-signatories, participants in peace processes, technicians, intellectuals, directors-general of ministries concerned and organizations, rectors of universities, representatives of international and local NGOs and other observers. They are divided into two discussion groups: Group 1 and Group 2.
During the morning session, both groups discussed under the theme: “Successfully Holding Elections”.
In the afternoon, Group 1 discussed “identifying ways to enhance cooperation for peace, transparent electoral processes, and the State stability and development,” while Group 2 about “exploration of the international community’s role in supporting peace and development efforts in building a democracy and federalism-based Union in the post-election period”.
Participants coordinated the discussion, and the third day of the forum will be on 27 June. — MNA/KTZH

Source: GNLM

The Peace Forum 2025, themed “Towards a new nation of peace and prosperity through the integration of peace, elections and development”, was held at the Mingalar Thiri Hotel in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday.
It was attended by National Solidarity and Peacemaking Negotiation Committee Chairman Lt-Gen Yar Pyae and committee members, retired Tatmadaw officers, representatives of JMC, political parties, NCA-signatories and non-signatories, participants in peace processes, technicians, intellectuals, directors-general of ministries concerned and organizations, rectors of universities, representatives of international and local NGOs and other observers, totalling 259 participants.
Speaking at the event, State Administration Council Member Union Minister for Border Affairs Lt-Gen Yar Pyae, who is also Chairman of the National Solidarity and Peacemaking Negotiation Committee, said that recognizing the real situation of the nation, every citizen must participate in the nation-building process with unity and cooperation. Challenges encountered must be addressed through mutual discussion and coordination among the citizens, combining efforts on matters that are agreeable and negotiating solutions for those that differ. The national interest must be regarded as a common goal.
The participation of international friends who can offer valuable advice and assistance in the peace process is also a significant support for the process. To hold a free and fair election by the end of this year and to implement the national solidarity and peacemaking processes before and after the election, the forum will bring trust-building processes, practical strategies and positive suggestions.
He continued that the people-centred pathways should be created by reviewing the proper ways to strengthen the foundations for a united and developing Myanmar through free, fair and transparent elections as per the theme of the forum. He also mentioned the four objectives of the Peace Form- to enhance peace dialogues, to build trust and cooperation, to address humanitarian assistance and socio-economic challenges and to strengthen international collaboration for State stability and development.
Committee Secretary Lt-Gen Min Naing briefed on the intention and agenda of the forum.
Mr Deng Xijun, Special Envoy for Asian Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China, Mr Jaideep Mazumdar, Indian Ambassador (Retd), Mr Sihasak Phuangketkeo, Vice-Foreign Minister of Thailand (Retd) and Russian Professor Aleksandr Gelyevich Dugin made remarks.
The eight foreign guests discussed different topics: “Opportunities for Peacemaking during and after Elections” and “Processes for Addressing Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Natural Disaster Recovery”. — MNA/KTZH

Source: GNLM

Ethnic rights and political demands requiring constitutional amendments will be addressed through the framework of the existing Constitution.

The opening ceremony of the Peace Forum 2025: Towards the new nation of peace and prosperity through the integration of peace, elections and development took place at the Mingala Thiri Hotel in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday, with an opening address by Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Chairman of National Solidarity and Peacemaking Central Committee Senior General Min Aung Hlaing.
The Senior General and attendees watched a presentation of songs and performances by artistes from the Fine Arts Department under the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Culture with the title of peace in aspiration.

Read more: https://www.gnlm.com.mm/government-aims-to-ensure-all-eligible-voters-can-cast-ballots/#article-title

Resorting to arms to demand one’s desires, or using armed struggle based on ethnicity or regionalism to prioritize one’s own interests, is contrary to democracy.

State Administration Council Chairman, Prime Minister and Chairman of the National Solidarity and Peacemaking Central Committee Senior General Min Aung Hlaing delivered an opening address at the opening ceremony of the Peace Forum 2025 on 25 June 2025. The full text of the translated speech is as follows: —

Read more: https://www.gnlm.com.mm/eaos-urged-to-pursue-demands-through-political-dialogue-and-negotiation/#article-title

Individuals seeking to establish political parties have been applying to the Union Election Commission (UEC) by submitting the proposed names of their parties.

As of to date, 27 groups have applied to establish new political parties. Among these applicants, the Zomi National Party and the Pa-O National Unity Party have been found to be in compliance with the relevant Political Parties Registration Law and By-laws. As a result, the Commission has officially approved their applications to establish political parties as of June 24.

According to Section 7 of the Political Parties Registration By-law, both the Zomi National Party and the Pa-O National Unity Party must submit an application to the UEC for official registration as political parties within 30 days from the date of approval.

So far, a total of 19 political parties have been granted permission to establish. Among these, the Rakhine Nationalities Party, led by U Ba Shein, has, on June 24, submitted its application to register as a political party within the 30-day period, in accordance with Section 7 of the Political Parties Registration By-law. Of the 17 parties that have applied for registration so far, 14 have been granted registration, while the UEC continues to review the remaining applications.

mitv

At the invitation of President of the Republic of Belarus Mr Alexander Grigoryevich Lukashenko who is Rotating Chair of Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing will pay an official visit to the Republic of Belarus soon to attend the 4th Eurasian Economic Forum (EEF 2025) to be held in Minsk of Belarus.
During the visit, the Prime Minister will attend the 4th Eurasian Economic Forum (EEF 2025), hold a separate meeting with the Rotating Chair of the EAEU President of the Republic of Belarus, have a discussion with the Chair of the Board, the Eurasian Economic Commission, and visit factories and industries. Moreover, the Prime Minister will seek strategic cooperation in friendship, economic and security measures and all sectors between the governments and people of both countries, and further strengthen economic development with Eurasian Economic Union – EAEU member countries.
The Prime Minister has scheduled another visit to Buryatia in the Russian Federation, at the invitation of Mr Alexey Sambuevich Tsydenov, Head of the Republic of Buryatia, to tour key landmarks, factories, and industrial sites.
During the visit, the Prime Minister will be accompanied by members of the State Administration Council, Union ministers, and military and civilian senior officers. — MNA/TTA

Source: GNLM