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False reports spread on arson and civilian arrest in Pauk Township

MALICIOUS news media have been found spreading false reports that security forces set fire to Kyauklone Village in Pauk Township, Magway Region, and arrested a civilian.
A responsible security official clarified that the reports of security forces burning down houses in the village were false and that no civilians were arrested. He added that insurgents who oppose regional stability have been intimidating residents. These groups are responsible for acts such as arson in villages that do not support them and the abduction or killing of civilians.

Melon exports to China show promise

MELON and muskmelon are being exported to China and with good prices, the market potential has been fine. “At present, there is export of melon and muskmelon and prices are good. We can fetch a good price and at the same time, transport costs are getting higher.
Currently, we are exporting fruits from Mongla and it is a distant journey. It is the nature that we can make profits or face loss sometimes,” said an official from Khwanyo Fruits wholesale trading centre.

SAC Chairman Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing pays homage to Mohasangharajah Sayadaw of Cambodia and members of the Sangha

Pilgrimage tour of Cambodian Mohasangharajah to further cement Myanmar-Cambodia friendly relations

Terrorists carried out inhumane acts using explosive devices by capitalizing on unguarded moments of security personnel

     In order to cause injuries to both peaceable civilians and administrative authorities who are striving to restore the rule of law, extreme terrorists provide financial assistance and instigate destructive activities, such as detonating explosive devices and remote blasting, against public roads, railways, government offices and houses.

Saudi crown prince, Syria’s interim president meet on ties, latest developments

SAUDI Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud and Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa reviewed in Riyadh on Sunday bilateral relations and the latest developments in Syria.
The two sides discussed ways to enhance Syria’s security and stability, as well as opportunities for cooperation across various sectors, and exchanged views on regional developments and ongoing efforts to address them, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Canada to file WTO claim against Trump tariffs

OTTAWA will file a World Trade Organization claim against US President Donald Trump’s tariffs and also seek redress under a regional free trade deal, a Canadian official said Sunday.
“The Canadian government clearly considers these tariffs to be a violation of trade commitments that the United States has taken,” the official, speaking on condition of anonymity, told a briefing.
After weeks of threats, Trump on Saturday signed off on 25 per cent tariffs on all Canadian imports except energy resources, which will be hit with a 10 per cent levy.

104FEBRUARY202 5 THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMARwww.gnlm.com.mm SCI/ENVIRONWORLD China’s submersible and research vessels fine-tuned for future deep-sea missions

CHINA’S manned deep-sea submersible Jiaolong and research vessel Dayang Yihao (Ocean No 1) are set to complete major upgrades in preparation for deep-sea exploration missions this year, according to the country’s oceanic affairs administration.
Jiaolong, named after a mythical sea dragon, is capable of diving to depths exceeding 7,000 metres. The China-made underwater ship has explored waters in the Pacific Ocean, Indian Ocean and Atlantic Ocean.

Moeyungyi Wetland Wildlife Sanctuary seeks ASEAN Heritage Park status

THE Bago Region Government has revealed that efforts are underway to designate the Moeyungyi Wetland Wildlife Sanctuary in Bago Township, Bago Region, as an ASEAN Heritage Park.
In support of this designation, initiatives will be implemented to raise public awareness about the sustainable use of Moeyungyi Lake’s wetland resources and ecosystem services.
Additionally, community-based conservation efforts will be enhanced to ensure the long-term preservation of the natural ecosystem.