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“The customer’s health and confidence are the first priority for us. We plan to test the raw leaves before processing, and to test again before the product reaches the shelves.” |
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 “Rainwater storage ponds and wells in some villages were contaminated by saltwater after Cyclone Nargis, which meant there was less fresh water available than usual. Moreover, some families from villages near the sea have moved to higher ground, which increases water usage in this first summer after the cyclone,” |
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 “Thailand has its own traditional culture and customs but they have intermixed with western culture and they are now changing. But Myanmar traditions still seem relatively free from influence by western culture,” |
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“Frank and fruitful discussion between the two sides contributes to the momentum in our bilateral relations, which covers a wide spectrum of exchanges and cooperation, ranging from security, economic, social and cultural links,” |
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The news came as little surprise to the country’s business community. One energy consultant merely shrugged his shoulders when asked about the internet connectivity: “It’s disastrous and a really terrible mess but I just make phone calls instead. |
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“The willingness for teachers to resume teaching has been quite impressive. They are also cyclone survivors. I met one woman in Labutta [township] who was living in the temporary school tent at night. Her home had been destroyed. Then during the day she was teaching the children,” |
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They also said that a reception hosted by the Yangon-based US embassy for officials in Nay Pyi Taw to introduce the visiting director was the first such event to be held in the capital. |
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“We participate in international Buddhist activities whenever possible, because it is a blessing that people work for the propagation of Buddha’s teaching, which helps bring world peace,” |
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 Daw Khin Ma Ma Moe said 18 superior rooms have already been added to Aureum Hotel Nay Pyi Taw. “We also plan to add a five-storey complex with 200 rooms to the Nay Pyi Taw hotel,” she said. |
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The competition will give coaches the opportunity to experiment with formations and lineups ahead of the start of the Myanmar National League proper in January 2010, while fans can see how their club’s new signings have gelled together. |
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 “Becoming professional is our objective in football. I am sure you realise how important it is to administer, organise and manage football with a professional attitude and skills. The MFF is moving forward and we have to do everything possible to facilitate the progress of football in Myanmar,” |
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The sale ran from March 8-20 in Yangon and drew more than 3000 gem merchants, mostly from China and Hong Kong. Attendance and revenue was roughly the same as at previous auctions, despite the sanctions and the global financial crisis. 
“In those days, there were lots of Indians living in Yangon and working as civil servants, police officers and soldiers. Among these were thousands of Tamil Catholics, whom this church was built to cater to. Services were originally conducted in Tamil but these days they are also done in Myanmar as well,”
“As an audience member I don’t want to see horror movies with a dream type ending. I think it can destroy the essence of the story. I think directors should give a clear message about what they want to show. Are ghosts really present on earth or are they not.” 
DURING a trip last week to Mawlamyine, we met Yee Lay, one of the participants in a nationwide singing contest organised by Super Coffee. Yee Lay was one of 18 singers selected for the Mawlamyine final contest. Timeout had a chat with him about his experience. 
