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President U Min Aung Hlaing attends the Awarding Ceremony of the 27th Traditional Myanmar Cultural Performing Arts Competition, held at Myanmar International Convenction Center I in Naypyitaw, on October 29. ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

Falam’s ongoing rehabilitation, departmental offices inspected ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar Deputy Minister Dr Thaung Naing and officials are pictured during their inspection tour of recovery efforts in Falam Township.

Systematic demolition of illegal buildings used in online scam/gambling in Shwe Kokko (Part-II) continues ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar @UNODC In doing so, the demolition of a 6-storey building and a 5-storey building being knocked down with the use of machinery out of illegal buildings used in online scams and gambling in Shwe Kokko (Part-II) completed 20 percent and 90 percent respectively until today.

President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar U Min Aung Hlaing delivers speech at Union government meeting ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar As a government, it is necessary to continuously strive for and implement measures to ensure the prosperity of the country and the development of the socio-economic lives of the people. --- Among the countries around the world that practises multi-party democracy, some governments have won elections and are leading their respective countries, while others are making preparations to hold elections again. --- A study of elections held both internationally and throughout the history of our own country shows that governments that have better served the interests of the State and its citizens have gained the support and backing of the electorate and have left a legacy of good reputations that stand the test of history.

AA, PLF, PDF Members Return to Civilian Life ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar On 28 October, 15 AA members, one PLF member and 12 PDFs, totalling 28 individuals, entered the legal fold with arms and ammunition.

NAY PYI TAW — Despite receiving an official invitation from the Philippines, the current ASEAN Chair, for the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) held in Cebu on 27–28 October 2026, the Union Minister for Defence of Myanmar declined to attend in person, opting instead to send the Myanmar Military Attaché based in Manila to represent the Ministry. ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar The decision stems from disagreements over the draft joint declaration. The Ministry of Defence strongly objected to two specific paragraphs containing political pressure points and references to the ASEAN Five-Point Consensus (5PC) that are unrelated to defense matters. Myanmar requested the removal of these paragraphs; however, as the request was not granted, Myanmar refrained from ministerial-level participation due to the breach of ASEAN's consensus principle. --- The Myanmar Government reaffirms its firm foreign policy position: while Myanmar desires normal relations with ASEAN, it categorically rejects politicized pressure and violations of the ASEAN Charter. Myanmar continues to maintain positive bilateral relations with individual member states on an equal, case-by-case basis, with several member nations showing understanding toward Myanmar’s principled stance. (By Aung Shinn) ---

RUSSIA-MYANMAR TIES: President U Min Aung Hlaing met with a Russian delegation headed by Mr. Vladislav V. Sviblov, Head of Areal Group of Companies. The meeting centered on boosting Russian investments, advancing mining initiatives, and deepening technological cooperation in Myanmar. --- #Myanmar #Russia #Mining #TechCooperation #Investment

DIPLOMATIC UPDATE: Ms. Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, Foreign Secretary of the Philippines and Special Envoy of the 2026 ASEAN Chair on Myanmar, landed in Yangon today for an official humanitarian mission scheduled from Oct 28 to 30. MoFA officials extended a warm welcome upon her arrival. @SecLazaro #Myanmar #ASEAN2026 #Philippines #DiplomaticMission

ADMM UPDATE: Myanmar’s Defense Minister skipped the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) in Cebu after organizers refused to drop two non-defense political clauses from the draft Joint Declaration. The Ministry of Defense was instead represented by Myanmar’s Military Attaché based in Manila. ---@ASEAN #Myanmar #ADMM #ASEAN #DefenseNews

It is truly heartening and joyful to see pilgrims—monks and citizens alike—from all over the country gathering to pay homage to the most revered Maravijaya Buddha Image on the Full Moon Day of Thadingyut. ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

Excerpts from the speech delivered by the President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, U Min Aung Hlaing, at the Opening Ceremony of the 27th Myanmar Traditional Cultural Performing Arts Competition ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar The State is organizing the Myanmar Traditional Cultural Performing Arts Competition under specific policy objectives aimed at instilling key values in all citizens. These goals include raising patriotic spirit and national pride, preserving Myanmar's traditional cultural heritage and national identity, and fostering the continued flourishing and propagation of authentic Myanmar music, dance, and traditional arts. --- Additionally, the policy focuses on promotes the mental development of youth while preventing the dominance of foreign cultures.

Systematic demolition of illegal buildings used in online scam/gambling in Shwe Kokko (Part-II) continues ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar The government has placed emphasis on combat against online scams and gambling as a national responsibility and systematically carried out total demolition of illegal buildings in Shwe Kokko, where the majority of online scams and gambling were operated, so that they cannot be used again for such crimes.

Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services General Ye Win Oo attended a performance of the “Vidhura” Jataka drama staged by the “Thabin Manhon Shwe Yangon” dramatic troupe in accordance with traditional Myanmar customs at Zeyathiri Beikman Theatre Hall in Nay Pyi Taw on 27 October to preserve the country’s traditional cultural heritage. ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

President U #MinAungHlaing and his wife, Daw Kyu Kyu Hla, attended and watched the competitions at the 27th Traditional Myanmar Cultural Performing Arts Competition held at the Hsinbyushin Hall and the Pobbathiri’s Station Gymnasium in Nay Pyi Taw, on October 27. ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

Excerpts from the Speech Delivered by the President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar U Min Aung Hlaing, Providing Guidance to Students from Eighth Intake of Five-year Education Degree Course at University for the Development of the National Races of the Union ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar In  line  with the  adage "Today’s Youth, Tomorrow’s Leaders," youths are the new generation who will shoulder State responsibilities in the future; hence, the development of youth education, mindset, and capabilities is crucial for the nation's future, noting that according to the 2024 Population and Housing Census, youths aged 15 to 24 account for over 16 percent of the country's population. --- Therefore, he urged the graduates to uncover the talents of hidden youths in their assigned regions, nurturing them not only to be rich in knowledge, skills, and morality, but also to develop physical fitness, mental resilience, and sound social relations; encouraging youths to strive with goals for their future while guiding them to become valuable contributors to their families, regions, and society.

Frontline Tatmadaw troops honoured in Bawlakhe ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar A ceremony to honour and welcome Tatmadaw members returning from the frontline after performing security duties to maintain State stability and regional peace and tranquillity was held at a local battalion in Bawlakhe, Kayah State, on 26 October.

Magway Myathalun Pagoda's 2,590th Buddha Pujaniya Festival draws larger crowds of pilgrims than in previous years. ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar