The fourth conference of the Myanmar Writers’ Association was held yesterday morning at the meeting hall of the Printing and Publishing Department on Theinbyu Road in Yangon.
At the ceremony, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information U Win Kyaw Aung said the association was established to promote the development of informative and literary works that benefit the country, strengthen unity among writers, provide assistance to members in times of need, and help bring classical and contemporary literature to readers.
He noted that the association had reached its fourth conference and highlighted the recognition and awards conferred by the State on distinguished writers, including lifetime literary awards, as recognition of their contributions to the country and people. He called on members to work together in the interests of the nation and the public in line with the association’s motto, “Uphold National Pride, National Identity and Literary Excellence.”
Speaking on behalf of the Yangon Region Chief Minister, Yangon Region Minister for Information, Relief and Religious Affairs U Nay Lin Tun praised the association for its more than 82 years of service. He said generations of literary scholars and association members had contributed to the country and its people through their unity, commitment to literary values and dedication to their work.
Association Chairman U Ohn Maung (Myinmu Maung Naing Moe) delivered words of thanks. Donations from writers and township writers’ associations were then accepted by officials and the association chairman.
During the second session, U Ohn Maung explained the preparations for the conference, including the formation of organizing committees in accordance with the association’s constitution and procedures. He called for cooperation among delegates and urged members to strengthen unity through literary knowledge and spirit.
Delegates discussed the reports presented at the conference, and Central Executive Committee Secretary U Nyunt Tin (Maung Nyein Thu-Gyobingauk), responded to their comments and recommendations. The association’s township performance award was presented to members of the Thakayta Township Writers’ Association. The conference also observed a moment of remembrance for senior literary figures and association members who had passed away, followed by discussions and the adoption of resolutions.
In the third session, the conference elected the Central Executive Committee for the association’s fourth term. The elected members are U Ohn Maung (Myinmu Maung Naing Moe) as chairman, U Myo Tun (Maung Sein Naung-Lewe) as vice-chair 1, U Myat Soe (Myat Soe-Hline) as vice-chair 2, U Nyunt Tin (Maung Nyein Thu-Gyobingauk) as secretary, U Aung Kyi Nyunt(Aung Kyi Nyunt-Tekkatho) as joint secretary 1, U Hla Toe (Toe Htet) as joint secretary 2, Daw Myint Myint Thein (Tekkatho Mya Myintzu) as treasurer, U Nyunt Hlaing (Maung Maung Nyunt Hlaing) as leader of audit, U Myo Min Min Htike (Myat Min Thant) as information officer. U Ohn Maung (Myinmu Maung Naing Moe) made a concluding remark and concluded the conference.
Nyein Thu (MNA)/KTZH
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