THE First Regular Session of the Third Pyithu Hluttaw commenced on 16 March. On the first day, the election of the meeting chair as well as the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the Pyithu Hluttaw was carried out. The public has shown keen interest in witnessing the collective strength of the elected representatives and the functioning of the Pyithu Hluttaw.
Hluttaw representatives from various regions and states across the country, including the Nay Pyi Taw Council Area, will now have to shoulder responsibilities for the interests of the State and the people. They must work toward ensuring national stability and peace, as well as the emergence of a modern, developed nation, while also upholding Our Three Main National Causes.
In taking affirmations, Hluttaw representatives have solemnly declared that they will uphold, protect, and safeguard the Constitution and abide by the laws of the country. They have also pledged to faithfully and dutifully carry out their responsibilities to the best of their ability and capacity. If Hluttaw representatives faithfully uphold the Constitution as they have pledged, comply with the laws of the State, and consistently prioritize the non-disintegration of the Union, the non-disintegration of national solidarity, and the perpetuation of sovereignty, then the path toward a genuine and disciplined multiparty democratic system will remain steady and straight.
As representatives, they are to seriously take the trust and responsibilities entrusted by the people, and to fulfil the duties by making their best efforts in accordance with the Constitution, relevant laws, and by-laws. According to the Constitution, among the three main estates of the State, the legislative branch is the primary responsibility of the Hluttaw.
As a developing country like Myanmar strives for national development, it is necessary to raise the level of political experience and political culture. At the same time, there must also be political ideas and political institutions that are capable of promoting development. Political culture refers to the overall set of political attitudes and practices of people within a society.
Hluttaw representatives should maintain friendly, cordial, and open relations with one another, and work in unity in accordance with democratic practices to collectively advance the interests of the State and its citizens. They should engage with and consult the public, and strive to reflect the voice and will of the people on their behalf. For the benefit of the State and the people, they should also share and communicate the work of the Hluttaw so that the people can understand and appreciate its activities.