The meeting between the Union Minister for Information and the Directors of the Information and Public Relations Department from the Nay Pyi Taw Council Area, Regions, and States was held on February 24th at the meeting hall of the Ministry of Information.

Firstly, Union Minister U Maung Maung Ohn addressed the gathering. He stated that as personnel of the Ministry of Information are state media practitioners, they must possess the right perspective. He emphasized the need to cultivate good democratic practices, including mutual respect and teamwork.

He urged them to utilize their sound judgment to work towards the betterment of the country, their respective regions, and the department. Acting as a bridge between the people and the government, they have the responsibility to ensure that accurate information reaches the public and to protect them from the dangers of misinformation.

He noted that the State is working to enhance the education sector, as national progress can only be achieved with a skilled and educated human resource base. He concluded by encouraging everyone to strive with all their might to prevent the spread of fake news and misinformation, ensuring that truthful information reaches the public.

Following this, the Directors from the Nay Pyi Taw Council Area, Regions, and States discussed and reported on their successful implementation of tasks during the year 2025. Subsequently, Deputy Minister U Ye Tint delivered a supplementary speech, and the Union Minister concluded the meeting with his closing remarks.

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The ceremony commemorating the “16 Days of Activism to Eliminate Digital Violence Against Women” was held at the state hall in Loikaw city of Kayah State on November 26. The Chief Minister U Zaw Myo Tin, members of the state government, departmental officials, members of the state maternal and child welfare supervisory committee, members of the state women's affairs committee, students, and invited guests attended the event.

First, students from Basic Education High School No. 1 performed the opening entertainment with the song "Invitation from Kayan Land."

Then, the Chief Minister delivered the opening speech, stating that the event was organized with the aim of raising greater awareness of women's rights and capabilities and enhancing efforts to eliminate various forms of violence against women etc.

Subsequently, the Chief Minister presented honorary awards and cash prizes to representatives of dance groups who performed songs and dances.

Following that, the Chief Minister and officials watched a video clip commemorating the “16 Days of Activism to Eliminate Digital Violence Against Women”, enjoyed performances by nursing and midwifery students and students from Basic Education High School No. 5, and exchanged warm greetings with the attendees, it’s reported.

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Mandalay Region Chief Minister U Myo Aung, accompanied by responsible officials, and officials from Myanmar Railways (Upper Myanmar), inspected the collective cleaning activities along the railway tracks from Mandalay Central Station to Shwe Kyet Yet  Station using the RBE train of Myanmar Railways on November 5.

During the inspection, the Chief Minister and officials observed the cleaning efforts along the railway tracks starting from Mandalay Central Station, passing through the intersection of 35th Street and Yangyi Aung overpass, Yangyi Aung Market, continuing to the intersection of 42nd Street and 42nd Street Market, then near Shan Su Station and Shan Su Station itself, onward to the area near the Myo Haung station and Kan Ywa area, the Myo Haung station area, Yatanagu Station, and finally reaching Shwe Kyet Yet Station. Officials from Myanmar Railways (Upper Myanmar), Mandalay Central Station, and the Mandalay City Development Committee accompanied them and explained the cleaning activities carried out along each section of the railway.

The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of maintaining cleanliness and tidiness along the railway tracks, ensuring systematic waste disposal, and ordered strict supervision and regulation of these activities and necessary coordination and cooperation were provided to address any requirements, it’s reported.

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India on Friday celebrated the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, country's first Home Minister of post Independence in 1947. To mark the occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to Sardar Patel at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat and took a ‘pledge of unity’. Modi administered the National Unity Day pledge to participants at the celebrations.

Through this pledge, participants reaffirmed their commitment to preserving the unity, integrity, and security of the nation. Modi also announced the release of a special commemorative coin and stamp as a tribute.

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South Korea's government online services were halted after a fire in the national data center, Yonhap news agency said Saturday. The fire broke out on Friday night at the National Information Resources Service in the central city of Daejeon.

It was caused by a lithium-ion battery explosion in a computer room on the building's fifth floor. The fire led to the suspended operation of 647 government online services and systems. Almost 10 hours after the outbreak, the main blaze of the fire was brought under control.

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A festive concert dedicated to the 34th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Independence took place at the Mukams Palace of the State Cultural Center on Wednesday.

The concert opened with a musical and dance performances. The program featured People’s and Honored Artists of Turkmenistan, popular performers, musical ensembles, and folklore collectives.

The performers presented pieces of international classical music in various languages, as well as songs celebrating the beauty of the homeland, peace, unity, and the solidarity of the Turkmen people. In addition, guests had the opportunity to view an art exhibition showcasing paintings that glorify the beauty and achievements of modern Turkmenistan over the past 34 years.

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Tianjin Municipality recently completed a multitude of logistical and cultural upgrades to host the largest-ever Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit. The summit will take place on August 31st and September 1st in the northern Chinese port city.

In preparation, the municipality has standardized English directional signs at rail transit stations, incorporated SCO-themed decorations, and upgraded translation equipment to enhance international service capacity. This year’s SCO Summit will convene leaders from more than 20 countries and heads of 10 international organizations, marking the largest gathering in the organization’s history and underscoring its growing global influence and deepening cooperative agenda.

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