China’s request for International Org
THE International Organization of Vine and Wine (OIV) on Friday announced on its website that China’s application for membership had been formally accepted, which means that China will play a…
Bagan Plastic Campaign prioritizes plastic cleanup activities
WITHIN the Bagan Ancient Cultural Zone, weekly plastic cleanup activities are being carried out by the Bagan Plastic Campaign as part of efforts to maintain a plastic-free environment. At 7:00…
Tazaungdine hot-air balloon festival in Taunggyi: A vibrant celebration of tradition and joy
THE 2024 Tazaungdine Hot-Air Balloon Festival is being held at Awayar Balloon Field in Taunggyi, under the supervision of the Shan State government. Running from 11 to 17 November, the…
Kachin State CM provides flood relief and oversees Injan Creek sluice gate construction
IN response to record-breaking water levels caused by heavy rainfall upstream of the Ayeyawady River on 31 June and 1 July 2024, flood-affected communities in Kachin State have continued to…
Playing Chinlone: A signature sport of Myanmar
THE people of Myanmar have been playing Chinlone, or cane ball, as a traditional physical activity since ancient times, continuing to this day. While the exact origin of Chinlone in…
Bagan thrives during Tazaungdine festivities despite reduced crowds
ON the full moon of Tazaungmone, the Bagan Ancient Cultural Zone bustled with pilgrims and tourists, creating a vibrant scene reminiscent of the Thadingyut Festival. Although fewer visitors travelled to…
Deeply follow provisions of copyright laws
SINCE joining the World Trade Organization in 1995 and the World Intellectual Property Organization in 2001, Myanmar has enacted laws to protect intellectual property rights. Additionally, Myanmar is responsible for…
Myanmar attends Duean Yi Peng Chiang Mai 2024 Lantern Festival
Consul-General U Ming Kyaw Linn of the Consulate-General of Myanmar in Chiang Mai, Thailand, attended the opening ceremony of the Duean Yi Peng Chiang Mai 2024 Lantern Festival on 14…
Taunggyi Tazaungdine hot-air balloon festival ongoing
The 74th Tazaungdine Hot-Air Balloon Festival in Taunggyi is being held at the Awayar Balloon Field under the supervision of the Shan State government. The festival runs from 11 to…
Tazaungdine lighting and hot-air balloon festival held in Rakhine State
The Tazaungdine Festival, organized by the Rakhine State government and featuring events such as the lighting of 9,000 candles and the releasing of hot-air balloons, was celebrated at the precinct…