The opening ceremony of the District-Level Search and Rescue Training Course (1/2026), organized by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Yangon Region Fire Services Department, was held Tuesday morning at the Insein Township Hall in Insein Township, Yangon Region. Yangon Region Chief Minister U Aung Naing Thu attended the ceremony and delivered the opening remarks.Afterward, the Yangon Region Chief Minister and officials observed the search and rescue equipment displayed at the event.In the District-Level Search and Rescue Training Course (1/2026), instructors will provide both theoretical and practical training to 100 fire brigade members from May 25 to June 5.Following this, the Yangon Region Chief Minister U Aung Naing Thu and officials visited no. (1) Basic Education High School in Insein Township and No. (2) Basic Education High School in Mayangone Township as part of Yangon Region’s 2026–2027 school enrollment week. At the schools, teachers and responsible officials were accepting student enrollments, and the Chief Minister observed and encouraged their activities. Officials explained the progress of the enrollment process, and the Chief Minister gave necessary instructions and warmly greeted the students.For the 2026–2027 academic year, school enrollment across townships in Yangon Region will be conducted from May 25 to May 31. Students are also being provided free textbooks, exercise books, school uniforms, ballpoint pens, pencils, and other educational support materials, it’s reported.mitv

Drone shows at the Vivid Sydney festival have been suspended after a technical malfunction caused 89 drones to fall into the water during a performance on Monday night, local media reported Tuesday. The show's operator, SkyMagic, said an unforeseen change in radio frequency affected the drones' positional accuracy, triggering failsafe landing procedures.Vivid Sydney said that the 9:30 p.m. show on Monday was cancelled, and drone shows scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday would not proceed to allow for a full assessment. Karen Jones, head of Destination NSW, said there was no deliberate interference and no injuries had been reported.mitv

The foreign ministers of Japan and India have agreed to cooperate to ensure safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and a stable energy supply.Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu is visiting India to participate in a foreign ministerial meeting of the Quad framework of Japan, India, the United States and Australia on Tuesday. Motegi met with India's External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Monday ahead of the Quad meeting.The Indian minister expressed expectations for the further strengthening of relations between India and Japan. They also affirmed that Japan and India will take concrete steps to advance cooperation in the sectors of defense, security and human exchanges.mitv

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has appointed Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo as the country's new prime minister, state broadcaster RTS reported Monday. Lo previously served as a minister attached to the president in charge of monitoring, steering and evaluating Senegal's national transformation agenda, "Senegal 2050."He has also served as the minister-secretary-general of the government and as the national director of the Central Bank of West African States for Senegal. Faye dismissed former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government on Friday, according to a presidential statement.mitv

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued an order to restore access to international internet to the level before the January unrest, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Monday. The directive was handed over to the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology on Monday and approved by a special government cyberspace headquarters led by First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref.According to the Iranian Students' News Agency, the order will take effect on Tuesday. Iran restricted international internet access on Jan. 8 when nationwide demonstrations over economic issues.mitv

The leaders of Thailand and France have agreed to upgrade their bilateral relations to a strategic partnership, pledged to expand economic and security cooperation, a Thai government spokesperson said.French President Emmanuel Macron hosted a dinner for Thai Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Monday evening, according to government spokesperson Rachada Dhnadirek. The two leaders agreed to boost trade and investment, focusing on high-value industries including alternative energy, aerospace, smart grids, and AI data center infrastructure.mitv

A coordination meeting for carrying out monsoon season tree-planting activities was held Tuesday morning at the meeting hall of the Rakhine State Government Office. The meeting was attended by Rakhine State Chief Minister U Naing Oo, members of the state government, and departmental officials.First, the State Chief Minister said that monsoon tree planting is being carried out with the objectives of promoting a green and pleasant environment, ensuring the long-term sustainability of forest resources, making urban areas greener, cleaner, and more attractive, creating recreational spaces for the health and well-being of the public, and conserving forest ecosystems. He also noted that planting and maintaining forests helps maintain balance in water resources, soil, and climate conditions, while also supporting the agriculture, livestock, industrial, and service sectors by providing raw materials, inputs, and environmental services.Next, the Director of the State Forest Department presented the current status of preparations for monsoon tree-planting activities, while the Director of the State Development Affairs Department explained the arrangements being made for planting seasonal flowering and ornamental plants during the rainy season.Following the presentations, members of the state government and responsible officials took part in additional discussions and clarifications. The State Chief Minister then responded to the discussions and delivered concluding remarks, it’s reported.mitv

The “Awareness Seminar and Exhibition on the Installation and Use of Solar Energy Systems” was held Tuesday morning at Hotel Max in Nay Pyi Taw. Union Minister for Hotel and Tourism and Culture U Maung Myint attended the event and delivered the opening address.In his opening remarks, the Union Minister stated that the event was an important occasion for the development of the hotel and tourism sector as well as for improving energy efficiency. He explained that the seminar was organized with the objectives of helping hotels and guesthouses gain a better understanding of solar energy systems, encouraging their practical application, reducing energy consumption, and promoting environmentally friendly energy use that supports environmental conservation.Next, Nay Pyi Taw Council Chairman U Kan Myint Than delivered a speech. Representatives from a solar energy company explained matters related to the installation and use of solar power systems, while representatives from the Myanmar Tourism Bank clarified the loan arrangements available for businesses wishing to install and utilize solar energy systems. Responsible officials also answered questions raised by attendees according to their respective sectors.Afterward, the Union Minister, the Nay Pyi Taw Council Chairman, deputy ministers, council members, and attendees toured and observed the solar energy installation and usage exhibits on display, it’s reported.mitv

Organized by the Magway Region Government, an opening ceremony for the “Legal Awareness Seminar for Region-Level Departmental Organizations” was held on Tuesday at the City Hall in Magway. The seminar was organized with the aim of spreading legal knowledge among region-level departments and enabling them to carry out office procedures more effectively in accordance with laws, rules, and regulations.At the ceremony, Magway Region Chief Minister U Tin Ko Ko delivered the opening speech stating that the seminar was arranged in a way that would not disrupt the participants’ regular work duties. Therefore, the sessions would be conducted for three hours per day over four consecutive days, giving participants a total of 12 hours of study time. It was also explained that ten essential laws which civil servants should know would be selected and discussed during the seminar. In addition, participants from the region-level departments were encouraged to continue studying and improving their legal knowledge beyond the seminar.Next, the Region Advocate General U Aye Lwin explained the objectives of holding the legal awareness seminar and presented the subjects that would be taught during the training.A total of 92 trainees from various region-level departments attended the seminar. Over the four-day course, participants will study constitutional knowledge, civil service laws and regulations, and legal subjects related to office administration. The lectures and discussions will be conducted by regional law officers, deputy regional law officers, district law officers, and assistant regional law officers from the Magway Region Advocate General’s Office, based on their professional experience and practical work knowledge, it’s learnt.mitv

The main objectives and goals of the Ministry of Electricity and Energy are to ensure the nation’s energy sufficiency, support long-term economic development, and improve the living standards of the public by providing stable and accessible electricity supply, it’s learnt.U Kyi Myint, Region Hluttaw Rep. (Hmawbi Township) said "The main focus is to improve the current situation regarding electricity. Although it is said that work is carried out based on the union budget, if you actually assess the ground reality, there are many areas that are truly lacking in capacity. To be able to address these issues according to priority levels, we will consult and coordinate with the engineers from the Ministry of Electricity and the Hmawbi Township to carry out the necessary actions."At present, across the country, the new government is implementing necessary projects under its 100-day plan to ensure that the public can fully access and use electricity.U Lin Lin Tun, Township Electrical Engineer, Hmawbi Township said “In Hmawbi Township, under the 100-day project plan set by the State, one 200 KVA transformer, 700 feet of 11KV overhead power line, and 1,000 feet of 400-volt power line were planned for Pyay Road and Thayet Taw Road. Field inspections and implementation work began on 21 April 2026, and the proposal was submitted on 22 April 2026. Approval was granted on 5 May 2026, and under the 100-day project plan, one 11/6.6/0.4 KV 200 KVA transformer, 700 feet of 11KV overhead power line, and 1,000 feet of 400-volt power line were completed on 20 May 2026.”The key point is that when departments and Hluttaw Representative conduct field visits for regional development during this 100-day plan, public cooperation is essential. For the time being, the great cooperation from the people has been seen and the efforts bring the fruitful results, it’s reported.mitv