The final judging and awarding Ceremony of the “Startup Israel 2017 Competition”, was held at the Conference Hall, MICT Park , Yangon on 2nd August 2017, which was organized by Myanmar Computer Federation - MCF in collaboration with the Embassy of Israel in Yangon. The ceremony was attended by U Thein Oo (Patron, MCF), U Khon Oo (President, MCF), H.E. Mr. Daniel Zonshine (ambassador of Israel to Myanmar), honorable Judges and the contestants, as well as executive committee members from MCF.
Among the top finalists, the judge committee has chosen “Mr. Moe Htet Kyaw (MD, IT Profile-Software Development & Consultancy Services)” as the winner of “Startup Israel 2017 Competition” with his project “Shwe Bite” intended to personalize the finding of relevant restaurants for customers. The first and second runner prizes are Mr. Zaw Naing (Autonomus University Allocation System) and Mr. Ye Yint Aung (MARTER- Farm Solutions: Climate-Smart Agriculture).
The winner will have an opportunity to participate in one week “DLD Tel Aviv Innovation Festival 2017” in Israel by the sponsorship of Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 30 winners from around the world will meet in Israel in this startup event to be held in September. DLD will celebrate Tel Aviv as a city of Innovation, and will bring together key level figures from all fields – digital, finance, computing, telecom and more.
This year focus on - Promoting innovation and entrepreneurship that has social impact – “Making the world a better place.”
The ceremony that was also covered by a number of local journalists and TV Channels, gave an excellent opportunity to young people from Myanmar, to expose their talents and express the special relation and friendship between the people of the two countries.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
3rd August 2017
Press Release: Fourth Israeli Film Festival
The Israeli Embassy in Yangon is launching the “Fourth Israeli Film Festival” between December 11th – 13th, 2016 at JCGV Square Cinema (Junction Square) in Yangon.
The themes chosen include the concept of the adventure of teenagers’ lives, friendship, love, social & family life, comedy, pain and sorrow, will be screened during three days, give not only a glimpse of the Israeli film industry but also expose the Myanmar audience to the routine life in Israel and the diversity in the Israeli society.
“Someone to Run With” – Through the streets of Jerusalem, two teenagers' stories unite to tell the summer adventure of their lives.
“Schwartz Dynasty” – A bittersweet comedy sees two women, both with loved ones to bury, join forces in a struggle against cemetery politics.
“The Matchmaker” – During the summer of 1968 a teenage boy goes to work for a matchmaker who has survived the Holocaust - both their lives are forever altered.
“Bruno’s in Love” – Bruno established a hummus factory, which become a global business. He is a young man who lived a comfortable life in a big house. His partner, Anat is in love with him, but Bruno not sure that she is the one that he want to spend the rest of his life with. And then one day he bumps into Rachel…
“Walk on Water” – An Israeli Mossad agent, who is given the mission to track down and kill the very old ex-Nazi officer, who might still be alive. Pretending to be a tourist guide, he befriends his grandson Axel. The two men set out on a tour of the country during which Axel challenges the agent’s values.
Free admission: Public is invited ***Tickets will be first come first served basis
Date/Time |
Sunday 11/12 |
Monday 12/12 |
Tuesday 13/12 |
3:30 PM |
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Schwartz Dynasty |
Bruno’s in love |
6:30 PM |
Someone to Run With (*Opening Day: Invited Guests only) |
The Matchmaker |
Walk on Water
(Closing Day) |
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
1st December 2016
Press Release: Israel’s Solution for A Water-Starved World: “Let There Be Water” translated to Myanmar language
As part of the collaboration between Israel and Myanmar, The Israeli Embassy in Myanmar was bringing the book “Let There Be Water – (by the well-known author: Seth M. Siegel)” and, which was translated by Hane Latt to Myanmar audience.
The book focused on telling the story of water management in Israel, which was launched in during “Myanmar Water 2016 Exhibition” with presence of Israeli ambassador Daniel Zonshine and publisher U Hane Latt on 20th October, 2016 at MEP, Yangon. The Embassy of Israel was also representing Israeli companies from water sector throughout the exhibition of Myanmar Water 2016, between October 20th – 22nd at MEP, Yangon.
The book illustrates a vision and sacrifice by Israel and its people that have long made water security a top priority and have become a model for the United States and countries around the world. The book is also based on meticulous research and hundreds of interviews and reveals the methods and techniques of often offbeat inventors who enabled Israel to lead the world in cutting-edge water technology.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
27th October 2016
Press Release: Final Judging & Awarding Ceremony: Startup Israel 2016 Competition
The final judging and awarding Ceremony of the “Startup Israel 2016 Competition”, was held at Conference Hall, MICT Park , Yangon on 29th August 2016, which was organized by Myanmar Computer Federation - MCF in collaboration with the Embassy of Israel in Yangon. The ceremony was attended by U Thein Oo (Patron, MCF), U Khon Oo (President, MCF), H.E. Mr. Daniel Zonshine (ambassador of Israel to Myanmar), honorable Judges and the contestants, as well as professors, teachers and students from Computer University.
Among top 4 finalists (SER Disinfectant System- Ko Swan Htet Kyaw & Ko Win Htet), (Suzakar- Ko Ye Yint Aung), (Production Management System - Ms. Lei Yi Soe) and (MScience , Ko Zin Naing Lin Tun), the judge committee has chosen “Ms. Lei Yi Soe” as the winner of “Startup Israel 2016 Competition” with her project “Production Management System” intended to help production in garment industries.
The winner will have an opportunity to participate in one week “DLD Tel Aviv Innovation Festival 2016” in Israel by sponsorship of Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 30 winners from around the world will meet in Israel in this startup event to be held in September. DLD will celebrate Tel Aviv as a city of Innovation, and will bring together key level figures from all fields – digital, financial, computing, telecom and more. DLD Tel Aviv Innovation Festival will include over 50-co events and conferences plus cultural and social events by industry leaders such as: DLD Tel Aviv Digital Conference, Cities Summit Tel Aviv.
The ceremony that was also covered by number of local journalists and TV Channels, gave an excellent opportunity to young people from Myanmar, to expose their talent and express the special relation and friendship between the people of the two countries.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
30th August 2016
Press Release:Startup Israel 2016 Competition
The Embassy of Israel, along with Myanmar Computer Federation, launched a competition for Startup companies.
The competition is aimed at encouraging young people to start their companies in the area of computing and ICT in general. The winner will be invited to visit Israel for a week during a networking event called DLD Tel Aviv, in September.
Israel is known as the “Start up Nation” due to many young high tech companies established there, and the intensive and developed ICT scene that produced dozens of successful companies, high-end products and an active export branch. Israelis are known for their creativity, entrepreneurship and innovative approach; especially in the field of ICT, agriculture and water technologies.
For more information : Please contact – MCF, Ground Floor, Building 9, MICT Park, Hlaing Campus, Yangon and Tel : 01-652307, 01-2305233
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
9th June 2016
Press Release:Course on “Production of Horticulture Crops and Irrigation”
As part of the bilateral cooperation between Myanmar and Israel in the framework of various training activities in agriculture and other sectors, two Israeli experts from MASHAV – Israel’s Agency for International Development Cooperation, conduct the course and workshop on “Production of Horticulture Crops and Irrigation”, sharing Israel’s knowledge and experience this field with Myanmar.
The program is collaboration between MASHAV, the Embassy of Israel and Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Irrigation in Mandalay Region, which is taking place May 23rd – 27th at Nayung U District Agriculture Office.
The opening ceremony of the course was held on 23rd May at Nyaung U attended by Mrs. Kasa Bainesay Harbor (Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of Israel) and U Htay Naing (District Chief Officer, Department of Agriculture, Mandalay Region), and delivered the opening remarks. Altogether, about 45 officials from agriculture department, as well as farmers attended the course and workshop.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
24th May 2016
Press Release: Myanmar Dairy Delegation Expose to Israeli Know-How Technology
A delegation of senior members from Myanmar livestock and dairy farms sector visited demonstration dairy farm in Vietnam this week, under the invitation of the Israeli Embassy in Yangon. The delegation headed by Dr. Mya Han (President, Myanmar Livestock Federation) including seven senior members of dairy sectors and accompanied by ambassador of Israel to Myanmar, was hosted by Israeli-managed farm near Ho Chi Minh City.
The Farm was installed by MASHAV – Israel’s agency for international cooperation, in collaboration with Ministry of Agriculture of Ho Chi Minh Province.
The members visited the farm’s installation, observed milking session and were briefed by farm’s manager on policy, procedures and technology of Israeli dairy sector, emphasizing the importance of proper management, proper nutrition and cows’ health, that brought significant improvement in milk production within a short period.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
28th April 2016
Press Release: Israeli writer Eran Katz’s bestselling book “where did Noah Park the Ark”, translated to Myanmar language
As part of the framework of cultural collaboration between Israel and Myanmar, The Israeli Embassy in Myanmar is bringing the Israeli renowned author Eran Katz, in order to launch his book “Where did Noah Park the Ark”, translated by Hane Latt to Myanmar audience.
The book focused on “Dealing with methods and techniques to improve your memory”. Eran Katz is a bestselling and international author, entertaining speaker and uniquely qualified seminar leader on intelligence and memory. He regularly lectures and gives workshops in universities and variety of audiences worldwide.
The Book will be launched with presence of the writer Eran Katz at “TAB Book centre-2 (basement, Myanmar Culture Valley – People’s Park, U Wisara Road, Yangon) on 5th April, 2016 (Tuesday), 5:30 PM. Public is invited.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
28th March 2016
Press Release: Israeli Eye doctors’ delegation - "Eye from Zion" - arrives to Myanmar
The 7th time Israeli eye doctors’ delegation “Eye from Zion” arrives to Myanmar as part of ongoing collaboration in the area of Health between Myanmar and Israel.
This year delegation included 3 doctors and led by Dr. Nir Shoham Hazon (Director of Glaucoma Unit in Barzilai Hospital). They will concentrate on conducting treatment for Glaucoma. They will operate and transfer knowledge to local doctors, using equipment and know-how from Israel.
The activity is conducted in North Okkalapa General Hospital and No. 1 Mingalardon Military Hospital. The surgeries involved a live training sessions and demonstration for interns and doctors from the different eye departments.
The team will also hold a seminar on Glaucoma for doctors from different institutions in Myanmar.
This activity marks the ongoing cooperation between Myanmar and Israel, reflecting the good relations existing between the two countries for more than 60 years.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
16th March 2016
Press Release :“Ziv Koren – Writing with Light “ Photo Exhibition
Within the framework of the cultural cooperation between the State of Israel and the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, the Embassy of Israel in Yangon is planning to hold the Photo Exhibition of the renowned Israeli Photographer Ziv Koren “Writing with Light" at Myanmar Deitta Gallery, Yangon (No. 49, 3rd Floor, 44th Street, Botahtaung Tsp.) between January 18th – 30th 2016 (from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM), public is invited.
The Exhibition “Writing with Light” focuses its attention on the importance of light as the main raw material in the art of photography, revealing a less familiar aspect of the creator, photographer Ziv Koren. Koren’s sensitivity to the light source, and the shadows that appear before his eyes, are manifested in this collection of 47 black and white photographs, taken over the last decade in Israel and around the world.
The Exhibition documents the life of different countries throughout the continents which serves as tool enabling us to contemplate and examine human society in the global village in which we live.
Ziv Koren has been a professional photojournalist for 20 years. Koren's main interest are humanitarian issues which are often the subject of his documentary projects such as the Israeli-Arab conflict, poverty, the 2004 Tuznami, the Haiti earthquake, to name a few. His photographs from various projects and assignments have been published in numerous international publications including Time Magazine, Newsweek, The Sunday Times Magazine, Stern, Der Spiegel, Paris Match, Le Figaro, Corriere Della Sera Magazine and Wired Magazine. Koren’s award-winning photographs have been included in numerous solo and group exhibitions worldwide including at the Metropolitan Museum of Tokyo, the Memorial Museum in Spain and the War Museum in Croatia.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
12th January 2016
Press Release: Israeli food arrives to Myanmar
It is the first time that a shipment of fresh fruits from Israel arrives to Myanmar. Cooperation between City Mart and the Israeli export company Agroterra brought this week a shipment of top quality Medjoul Dates, red grapefruits and Pomegranates from Israel. The fruits will be sold in the City Mart shops in Yangon.
Israel is known for its advanced agriculture methods and technology, and the cooperation between the two countries in this field is progressing. This shipment, encouraged by the Embassy of Israel in Yangon, is part of this cooperation.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
8th January 2016
Press Release: “Israel’s Donation to Farmers in Ayeyarwaddy Region “
As part of the efforts of rehabilitation after the floods last monsoon, a team of the Israeli Embassy in Myanmar, headed by the ambassador, Daniel Zonshine visited to Ayeyarwaddy region, the town of Ngathaingchaung, with a truck full of fertilizers made in Israel, to donate to farmers that were hit by floods. The Embassy handed over the Israeli fertilizers, distributed in Myanmar by CDSG, that will be used for the winter crops of Green Gram and Black Gram, and would help the farmers to get better yields.
The Embassy coordinates the activity with the local farmers’ organization and the local MP – Daw Hla Myat Thway and the Institution for Peace and Social Justice, headed by Dr. Thaung Htun.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
7th December, 2015
Press Release:Third Israeli Film Festival
Within the framework of the Cultural cooperation between the state of Israel and the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, the Israeli Embassy in Yangon is launching the “Third Israeli Film Festival” between October 25th - 27th, 2015 at JCGV Square Cinema (Junction Square) in Yangon.
The themes chosen include the concept of reincarnation, friendship, social & family life, love, pain and sorrow, will be screened during three days, give not only a glimpse of the Israeli film industry but also expose the Myanmar audience to the routine life in Israel and the diversity in the Israeli society.
“Five Hours from Paris” shows a story about native Israeli man and Russian immigrant woman. What are the odds they'll end up together?
“The Band’s visit” illustrates about the Alexandria Ceremonial Police Orchestra, consisting of eight men, arrive to Israel, Bet Hatikva from Egypt by through miscommunication. And then they faced that night challenges all of the characters.
“Campfire” tells the story of one woman's personal battle for acceptance, but also a portrait of a political movement that has forever affected millions of lives in the Middle East.
“The Barbeque People” tells an Israeli immigrant family is celebrating, enjoying a barbecue on a small patch of green overlooking the beach of their working class town on INDEPENDENCE DAY, ISRAEL 1988. The film takes unexpected twists and turns, and gains momentum as it moves towards its unexpected conclusion.
Free admission: 26th & 27th October (Public is invited) ***Tickets will be first come first served basis
Date/Time |
Monday 26/10 |
Tuesday 27/10 |
3:30 PM |
Five Hours from Paris |
Campfire |
6:30 PM |
The Band’s Visit |
The Barbeque People
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Embassy of Israel, Yangon
16th October 2015
Press Release:“Israel’s Innovative Technology in the field of Urology is launched in Myanmar”
As the first time in Myanmar, an innovative technology for treatment of kidney stones was installed in hospitals in Yangon and Mandalay. The systems by Initia Ltd, an Israeli medical technology company, have just been launched at Kant Kaw Hospital in Mandalay and at Asia Royal Hospital and Sakura Hospital in Yangon, on August 2015.
The presentation exposed innovation in the field of urology, focusing on treatment of kidney stones through laser and lithotripsy- shockwave therapy:
Themis is a 30W Holmium Laser with a unique "Fibrex" optic fiber.
The application of Themis laser for stone fragmentation and various soft tissue procedures in surgical procedures, deliver high standards in the field of urology. The Themis system is a holmium laser with 2.1 micron wavelength emission which is highly absorbed by water and soft tissue. System applications in urology include uretral stone treatments, kidney stone treatments, bladder tumors, strictures, PCNL and TUIP.
Integra: A State-of-the-Art Electromagnetic SWL System
Integra incorporates a novel shockwave technology, innovative imaging and a revolutionary architecture oriented toward fragmentation effectiveness and accurate imaging. Integra is a single unit, including a fluoroscopy system, treatment table and shockwave unit all in one. This architecture dramatically reduces coupling, set-up and treatment time. The vertically positioned shockwave source makes patient positioning easy and quick and offers in-line fluoroscopy without the need to delay the treatment procedure ("On-line"). Integra's unique One View Localization method replaces the need to rotate the X-ray unit and allows for a concise design and footprint. A user friendly physician's console enables complete control of the procedure as well as advanced image processing functions.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
9th October 2015
Press Release:“Israel’s relief supplies to Flood Victims of Myanmar”
A team from the Embassy of Israel in Myanmar, headed by the ambassador, H.E. Mr. Daniel Zonshine visited Tharyarwaddy District flood victims’ camps last Friday. The Embassy handed over dry noodles, hygiene kits, impregnated bednets and medicines of relief supplies to the flood victims on behalf of the State and people of Israel. Over 2,400 people were evacuated to 12 rescue camps in this township. Ambassador visited 2 rescue camps, met with victims and donated goods to over 250 families there. The team also visited Tharyarwaddy District Hospital and donated medicines for the flood victims.
On behalf of the state of Israel, ambassador expresses his sympathy to the people of Myanmar, and he affirms that Israel will continue helping the rehabilitation of flood victims of Myanmar.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
10th August, 2015
Press Release :Israeli Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development visit to Myanmar
H.E. Mr. Yair Shamir , Israel’s Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development made an official visit with a business delegation to the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, between the 13th and 17th of January 2015. The visit by Mr. Shamir is the first visit to Myanmar by an Israeli Minister
During his visit to the capital city Nay Pyi Taw on 28th of August 2014, he met with the Union Minister of Foreign Affairs - H.E U Wanna Maung Lwin, Union Minister for the President Office - H.E U Aung Min and Chairman of International Relation Committee of Pyi Thu Hluttaw - H.E U Hla Myint Oo.
Furthermore, following his meeting with Union Minister of Culture, H.E. U Aye Myint Kyu, he signed together with Deputy Minister of Culture, H. E. Daw Sanda Khin, a cooperation agreement in the fields of Culture and Sports, which will provide the framework, for future collaboration between the two countries.
H.E. Hanegbi’ s official visit to Myanmar, came after several official visits of Ministers from Myanmar to Israel (2013-14), and expressed once more the long lasting relation and unique friendship between Israel and Myanmar.
During his meetings in Nay Pyi Taw, Mr. Hanegbi discussed promoting the bilateral relation and investments between the two countries and expressed Israel’s support of the encouraging changes and reforms taking place in Myanmar, in the last three years. He also mentioned Israel’s intention to extend the current training programs, in the fields of Agriculture, Health and Education, provided by “MASHAV”- Israel’s Agency for International Development and Cooperation, of which hundreds of Myanmar alumni, from the public, private and NGO’s, have enjoyed in the last 60 years.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
28th August 2015
Press Release: Myanmar youths represent at World Science Conference in Israel –WSCI 2015
This week, Israel is hosting in Jerusalem over 400 young Science masterminds – the future generation of world scientists – from over 70 countries worldwide and 15 Nobel laureates, for the first World Science Conference – Israel, between August 15th – 20th in Jerusalem, (WSCI-2015).
Initiated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the state of Israel in collaboration with the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Nobel Laureate Prof. Roger Kornberg, and the Ministry of Science & Technology, the WSCI is bringing young students from all around the world for an intensive one week program. During the conference the participants will have a chance to attend lectures, to interact, and to be inspired by Nobel Laureates of various fields, Wolf Prize & Fields Medal winners as well as other leading scientists from around the world.
Myanmar also participates in this year WSCI-2015 among the participants from 70 countries worldwide. A delegation of four young students form Technological University (Monywa), Technological College (Shwe Bo), Chindwin College, accompanied by a representative of Mandalay Technology Co., Ltd; representing the country in the event. The ambassador of Israel saw the group off before they left to Israel on Friday at Yangon International Airport.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
17th August, 2015
Press Release:Israeli medical delegation - "Eye from Zion" - arrives to Myanmar
Israeli leading eye doctors arrived to Yangon on 8th February 2015 as part of the cooperation with Myanmar Ministry of Health and Medical Sector, which started at 2009, after Cyclone Nargis.
The main target of the cooperation is to share Israeli knowledge and know-how with doctors and Interns from Yangon and Mandalay eye departments at the public hospitals, to present advents methods in the field of Ophthalmology and to preform complicated eye surgeries to patients.
The medical team this year was led by Dr. Shmuel Lavertovski, MD, Head Department of Ophthalmology, Barzilai Medical Center, Ashkelon and specialists in Ophthalmology, Dr. Nir Shoam Hazon and Dr. Eyal Aloni, MD ,Head of Neuro-ophthalmology service, Department of Ophthalmology, Barzilai Medical Center, Ashkelon and Dr. Elina Landa MD, Pediatric Ophthalmology unit, Western Galilee Medical Center, Naharia.
As part of the program, the Israeli medical team preformed complicated eye surgeries of adults and children with unique cases that were chosen by the staff of North Okkalapa General Hospital. The surgeries involved a live training sessions and demonstration for interns and doctors from the different eye departments.
Following the surgeries and training sessions, the Israeli doctors held a two day medical seminar for doctors and interns from different eye departments at Myanmar Medical Association Hall from 12th to 13th of February 2015. The seminar was attended by over 50 members of the association, headed by the president of the MMA.
The second part of the program took part in Mandalay Eye Hospital during the 13-15th February. The Israeli medical staff preformed eye surgeries and training sessions for their local counterpart.
This year is the 6th year of Eye from Zion's project in Myanmar, which marks the long term cooperation between the two countries in the field of health and specifically Ophthalmology.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
16th February 2015
Press Release; “Israeli Orto-Da Theatre Group: Stones”
As part of the cooperation in the framework of culture agreement between Israel and Myanmar; the Embassy of Israel in Yangon will organize the following two events: (1) Workshop with students and teachers from “National University of Arts & Culture in Yangon” on 15th December 2014 and (2) performance of “Israeli Orto-Da Theatre Group: Stones” at Kokine Swimming Club, Bahan, Yangon on 16th December 2014 (Tuesday), 6:00 PM.
“Orto- Da” Theatre Group, led by an Israeli artistic Director Yinon Tzafrir, had won so many international Theatre prizes since it was established in 1996 in Israel. Now the Embassy is bringing them to Myanmar audience to experience their outstanding talent of creating unique theatre events.
“Stones” is a visual poetic event, created by Yinon Tzafrir. This performance is inspired by “The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising Monument” by Nathan Rapoport (1911-1987). “Stones” tells a story through the eyes of a sculpture that comes to life; this is an ironic journey through the twentieth century, a journey among spirits and memories. “Stones” is an original and surprising performance, full of strong images. A bitter-sweet event, where laughter goes alongside the breathtaking & the present flirts with the past. This show deals with passion for life, heroic myth and victory of the spirit. By means of subtle acting, a unique soundtrack & original visual metaphors “Orto-Da Group” creates a new theatrical language.
Further information concerning the event is available at Embassy of Israel - Tel: 515115 (Ext:3)
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
9th December 2014
Press Release: Myanmar and Israel sign an Agreement for Reciprocal Promotion and Protecting of Investments
On a ceremony held yesterday in the DICA office in Yangon, the Israeli Ambassador to Myanmar, H.E Hagay M. BEHAR and DICA D.G., H.E U Aung Naing oo, sign an agreement for Reciprocal Promotion and Protecting of Investments, between the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and the State of Israel. The ceremony honored by the presence of Union Minister for National Planning and Economic Development, H.E Dr. Kan Zaw, Ministry, DICA and embassy officers, and representatives of the media.
On his Speech, the Ambassador of Israel expressed his satisfaction that his last official act, upon completing his mission as the 21 Ambassador of Israel to Myanmar, is the signature of the mentioned agreement. Furthermore, he added that he would like to congratulate its Myanmar counterparts for the fast and efficient negotiation, which he believe characterize once more, the long lasting and unique relations between the two nations. Finally he added, that he is confident that the implementation of the agreement will encourage more Israeli businessman and companies to invest in Myanmar, expand the volume of the bilateral trade, and contribute in the development of its business sector and national economy.
5th October 2014
Yangon, Embassy of Israel
Press release: Beekeeping Project in Shan State
As part of the continuation of the Beekeeping Project which has been started in cooperation with Department of Apiculture , Ministry of Livestock ,Fishery and Rural Development, Embassy of Israel, Yangon and TAG International Development since 2012, two more advance training courses in Beekeeping were organized in Aung Ban. Kalaw Township, Southern Shan State from 8th of December 2014.
With the continued financial support from Livelihood and Food Security Trust Fund (LIFT), Tag International Development and Embassy of Israel brought the two advance courses in beekeeping to Shan State: “Advance Beekeeping Course” (8-12 December 2014) and “Artificial Insemination of Queen Bees Course” (8-10 December 2014) especially designed for the government officers from Department of Apiculture and private beekeepers from different states and regions in Myanmar. Nearly 50 participants attended the said courses conducted by 3 Israeli experts Dr. Boris A.Yakobson, Mr. Yeshayahu Stern and Ms. Anna Barenboim. The aim of this project is to create a potential source of income for farmers who do not own land so that it can contribute much to poverty alleviation.
The opening ceremony held in the Cooperative Association Hall in Aung Ban was honored by the presence of H.E. Daniel Zonshine, Ambassador of Israel, Yangon, U Wai Lin Maung, Deputy Director General, Department of Apiculture, Department of Livestock Breeding and Veterinary Department, township officers from LBVD, Shan States and invited guests from Danu and Pa O ethnic associations in Shan State.
Embassy of Israel
11th December 2014
Press Release : Ambassador’s visit to Kachin State & Soul Bird Book Donation
From 9th to 11th of September 2014, Israel ambassador H.E. Mr. Hagay M. Behar made an official visit to Kachin State. During his visit to Myitkyina on 10th of September 2014, Ambassador had a courtesy call with H.E. U La John Ngan Sai, Chief Minister of Kachin State, in which they exchange ideas on promoting bilateral relations, especially in the agricultural and vocational training. Taking the opportunity, the Ambassador presented the “Soul Bird” education project, launched by the Israeli Embassy in Yangon on 2014. On the occasion, more than 300 translated books in Myanmar & Kachin languages are donated in order to distribute to public libraries in Kachin State.
Following the event, Ambassador also visited Thida Baptist Church in Myitkyina and donated 100 Soul Bird Books. Reverend Zaw Ba, Chairman of the Church received on behalf of the church community.
Previously on 9th September 2014, a ceremony for book donation was held in KBC Church in Puta-O and nearly 40 people from the area had participated in the event. Reverend Ohn Thein Oo of KBC Church thanked the ambassador for donating 100 books to be distributed in Puta-O.
The Embassy has launched this Education Project last February during the Ayeyarwaddy Literary Festival, and since then donated more than 5,000 translated books in Myanmar, Kachin, Kayin, Mon, Shan and Chin languages, to Public Libraries all over Myanmar. The aim of this project is to promote the reading habits of the young generation in Myanmar. Among the regions and cities that Embassy donated books are Nay Pyi Taw, Mandalay, and Saggaing, Bago, Mgway , and Irrawaddy Region as well as Mon, Rakhine and Kayin States.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
11th September 2014
Press Release:Embassy’s Book Donation at Shan State
In continuation of its Educational Project 2013-14, the Israeli Embassy in Yangon continued the distribution of the “Soul Bird” translation books, this time in Shan State. On September-12th, the ambassador of the State Israel, Mr. Hagay Moshe Behar visited Lashio (Shan). During his visit, he gave a presentation of the Soul Bird project, followed by a book donation ceremony, that was held at No.6 State High School, Lashio, assisted by U Wai Lin - Information and Public relation Officer, Lashio District, Daw Than Than - School headmistress, teachers and students.
Previously, 300 hundreds books in Shan and Myanmar Languages were delivered to Shan State Chief Minister Office in Taung Gyi, to be distributed to public libraries around the State.
16th September 2014
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
Press Release :Israel’s Deputy Minister, H.E. Tzachi Hanegbi meeting with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi
During his two days official visit to Myanmar, H.E. Tzachi Hanegbi, Israel’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs met on August 29, with NLD chairperson Daw Aung San Suu kyi. On their meeting, they exchanged views on the current events taking place in the two countries, and some of the activities launched by the embassy in Yangon, such as the Soul Bird Project. At the end of the meeting Mr. Hanegbi presented to Daw Suu a set of the “Soul Bird” children books, translated by the embassy to Burmese and other five more ethnic languages. The books have already been donated to more than 2,000 libraries all over the country, including Daw Khin Kyi Foundation Mobile Library Project. Also participating in the meeting, were Israel Ambassador to Myanmar, H.E Hagay M. Bahar, Mr. Tomer Heyvi (DCM) and Ms. Kasa Bayisin (MOFA).
Press Release :Israel’s Deputy Minister, H.E. Tzachi Hanegbi visit to Myanmar
H.E. Tzachi Hanegbi, Israel’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs made an official visit to the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, between the 27th and 29th of August 2014.
During his visit to the capital city Nay Pyi Taw on 28th of August 2014, he met with the Union Minister of Foreign Affairs - H.E U Wanna Maung Lwin, Union Minister for the President Office - H.E U Aung Min and Chairman of International Relation Committee of Pyi Thu Hluttaw - H.E U Hla Myint Oo.
Furthermore, following his meeting with Union Minister of Culture, H.E. U Aye Myint Kyu, he signed together with Deputy Minister of Culture, H. E. Daw Sanda Khin, a cooperation agreement in the fields of Culture and Sports, which will provide the framework, for future collaboration between the two countries.
H.E. Hanegbi’ s official visit to Myanmar, came after several official visits of Ministers from Myanmar to Israel (2013-14), and expressed once more the long lasting relation and unique friendship between Israel and Myanmar.
During his meetings in Nay Pyi Taw, Mr. Hanegbi discussed promoting the bilateral relation and investments between the two countries and expressed Israel’s support of the encouraging changes and reforms taking place in Myanmar, in the last three years. He also mentioned Israel’s intention to extend the current training programs, in the fields of Agriculture, Health and Education, provided by “MASHAV”- Israel’s Agency for International Development and Cooperation, of which hundreds of Myanmar alumni, from the public, private and NGO’s, have enjoyed in the last 60 years.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
28th August 2014
Press Release:3rd Recreation Trolleys Donation- Parami General Hospital
The Embassy of Israel continue with its 2014 project in the health sector, donating two more “Recreation Trolleys”, this time to ”Parami General Hospital”, in Yangon.
The donation ceremony (23rd –July), was attended by Mr. Tomer Heyvi (Deputy Chief of Mission) Embassy of Israel in Yangon), Prof. Dr. Thein Aug (Chairman- Parami General Hospital), Dr. Zeyar Aye (Vice-Chairman) and more respected guests as senior medical superintendents, child specialists and nurses, all from Parmi Hospital.
Mr. Heyvi (DCM, Israeli Embassy) explained in his opening remarks that this special project is for the benefit of the hospitalize children of Myanmar. The Recreation Trolley contains children's book and toys that meant to help in creating a friendlier environment for the children. The idea was taken from Children's hospitals in Israel that use different methods in order to reduce the trauma experienced by a child during the hospitalization.
This is the 3rd donation made by the Embassy of Israel. In total, 10 Recreation Trollies were donated to 5 different children's hospitals in Myanmar.
Embassyof Israel, Yangon
25th July 2014
Press Release: Book Donation in Mandalay
The Education Project launched by the Embassy of Israel in Yangon, the donation of “Soul Bird “ children books translation, continued in Mandalay on 6th of June 2014.
The donation ceremony took place in Pyithu Library, Mandalay was attended by H.E. U Ye Myint, Chief Minister for Mandalay Region Government together with Dr. Myint Kyu, Minister for Finance of the Mandalay Region Government and representatives from public libraries in Mandalay. In his speech, H.E. Mr. Hagay Moshe Behar explained the purpose of this Education Project which is to promote the reading habits of the young generation in Myanmar in the event. This time, the embassy donated over 400 translation books in Burmese and Chin.
So far, H.E. Hagay Moshe Behar, the ambassador of the State of Israel, had visited and donated the books to public libraries in Nay Pyi Taw, Sagaing, Irrawaddy Region, Mon and Kayin States.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
9th June 2014
Press Release ; 2nd Israeli film Festival in Mandalay
Despite the heavy rain, the Myoma Cinema Hall in Mandalay was filled with nearly 400 audience and movie fans on the opening day of the “Second Israeli Film Festival” on 6th of June 2014.
The opening of the film festival in Mandalay on 6th of June in Myoma Cinema was honoured by the presence of the Chief Minister of Mandalay Region Government, H.E. U Ye Myint and H.E. U Myint Kyu, Minister for Finance, H.E. Dr. Kyaw San, Minister for Transport, H.E. U Sai Maung Hla, Minister for Ethnic Affairs (Shan) and madams. H.E. Hagay Moshe Behar mentioned in his opening remarks that the film festival will represent movies that will expose Israel’s dynamic and vibrant society, its dilemmas, and moments of pain, sorrow, joy, love and happiness.
On the day Mandalay movies fans enjoyed the opening film “Something Sweet” together with tasty Israeli snacks, which is a special treat from the Embassy of Israel, Yangon. The movies screening during the film festival from 6th to 7th of June in Mandalay includes “Something Sweet”, “By Summer End”, and “Desperado Square”.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
9th June 2014
Press Release; Book Donation in Bago Region
The Israeli Embassy Project on Education, “Donation of Soul Birds Translation Books” continued in Bago Region on 18th June 2014. The Donation ceremony was held at Sis Kaung Library, Nan Daw Yar Tsp was honored by H.E. U Nyan Win, Chief Minister for Bago Region Government, High Officials from Bago Region Government office, representatives from Ministry of Information and public libraries from Bago Region. This time, the Embassy has donated 500 Soul Birds Translations in Burmese, Kayin and Mon version to be distributed in the region.
Before the donation ceremony, the ambassador of Israel, H.E. Hagay Moshe Behar also had a courtesy meeting with Chief Minister of Bago Region, H.E. U Nyan Win at his office and explained him about the Embassy Education Project and discussed future bilateral cooperation in other areas. So far the Embassy has donated over 5600 translation books in 6 different ethnic languages all over Myanmar hoping to promote the reading habits of the young generation in Myanmar.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
20th June 2014
Press Release ; Israeli Poject Hospital Recreation Trolley
During his official visit to Mandalay on 6th June 2014, the ambassador of the State of Israel launched the embassy project for 2014 –this time in the health field “the donation of recreation trolleys to children hospitals in Myanmar”.
The donation ceremony at Mandalay Children Hospital, was attended by H.E. Dr. Win Hlaing, Minister for Social Affairs of the Mandalay Region Government, Dr. Kyaw Soe, Medical Superintendent of 550 Bedded Children Hospital, Mandalay, Dr. Than Win, Mandalay Divisional Health Director and senior medical superintendents, child specialists and pediatricians from both 550 and 300 Bedded Children Hospital in Mandalay.
In his opening remarks Ambassador Behar remarked that ”…Children's Specialists agree that hospitalization can be a traumatic disruption to child's development and to the normal functioning of a family… therefore we believed that this important project, launched by the embassy of Israel, will help in providing one more dimension to the Myanmar medical services, not only by contributing to the patients, but also by facilitating the work of the Myanmar medical stuff.
Following the ceremony, all the invited guests visited Medical Unit III where donated books and trolleys are to be introduced for children patients.
Embassy of Israel Yangon
9th June 2014
Press Release: Israel Ambassador Visit to Mon and Kayin States
As part of the Education Project launched by the Embassy of Israel, Ambassador Hagay Moshe Behar visited Mon and Kayin States between the 22nd-23rd May 2014. During his visit he had meetings with chief ministers and continued the donation of Soul Bird translation Books, to different public libraries.
On Thursday-22nd, the ambassador met with H.E. U Ohn Myint, Chief Minister of Mon State government at his office and explained the Embassy project. Following the meeting he continued to Mawlamyine University for a book donation ceremony, to around 300 libraries in Mon State. The donation ceremony was attended by the rector, professors and tutors as well as representatives from public libraries and Ministry of Information.
The following day, the Ambassador called upon H.E. U Zaw Min, Chief Minister of the Kayin State Government. The book donation ceremony for Kayin State was held in War Su village, where ambassador presented the project before the local audience.
In both States, more than 750 books in Burmese, Kayin and Mon Languages were donated.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
29th May 2014
Press Release: Ambassador’s visit to Ayeyarwaddy Region - Meeting with Chief Minister & Book Donation Ceremony
From 8th to 9th of May 2014, Israel ambassador H.E Hagay M. Behar made an official visit to Ayeyarwaddy Division. During his visit the Ambassador had a courtesy call with H.E U Thein Aung, Chief Minister of Ayeyarwaddy Region, in which they exchange ideas on promoting aid & economic relations, especially in the agricultural and vocational training. Taking the opportunity, the Ambassador presented the “Soul Bird” education project, launched by the Israeli Embassy in Yangon on 2014. On the occasion, the Embassy donated more than 600 translated books (in Myanmar, Chin and Kayin language) to be distributed to public libraries in the Ayeyarwaady Region. On 8th May 2014, a ceremony for book donation was held in Seint San Village in Pathein and nearly 100 people from the region had participated in the event. Also on 9th May 2014, Ambassador visited Nga Pu Daw Township and donated 100 Soul Bird books in Myanmar and Kayin to “Alinn Dan” Library in the township.
The Embassy has launched this Education Project last February during the Ayeyarwaddy Literary Festival, and since then donated nearly 4,000 translated books in Myanmar, Kachin, Kayin, Mon, Shan and Chin languages, to Public Libraries all over Myanmar. The aim of this project is to promote the reading habits of the young generation in Myanmar. Among the regions and cities that ambassador had visited and donated books are Nay Pyi Taw, Mandalay and Saggaing.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
14th May 2014
Press Release : Second Israeli Film Festival 2014 (Nay Pyi Taw & Mandalay)
Within the framework of the Cultural cooperation between the state of Israel and the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, the Israeli Embassy in Yangon is organizing/ launching the “Second Israeli Film Festival 2014” between 5th – 6th June 2014 at Junction Cineplex, Nay Pyi Taw City and 6th – 7th June 2014 at Myoma Cinema, Mandalay.
The themes chosen include relationship, community & household life, love, career and action, will be screened during the festival days, give not only a glimpse of the Israeli film industry but also expose the Myanmar audience to the routine life in Israeli, our dilemmas and the diversity in the Israeli society.
The opening film, Something Sweet is a romantic drama about three sisters, family duties and weddings planning taking place in an Israeli village in the early 2000s. In the center of the story is Tamar, the eldest of 3 sisters, who gave up on her life dream to go back home and support her parents. The story starts with the middle sister's wedding; then the youngest announces she is also engaged and presents her fiancé to the family for the first time. This puts a lot of pressure Tamar, who is in a stable but not exciting relationship.. and things get complicated when she falls in love with someone new. By Summer’s End - tells a drama likes a coming-of-age story, but not only of the young girl, it’s a mother’s story, a family’s story deal with the past in a hard and painful - yet liberating – way, which will eventually lead them onto a new path. The film also won awards at the Rehovot Women’s international Film Festival 2011, Israeli Film Centre in New York and Haifa International Film Festival 2011. Desperado Square Illustrates a romantic drama and awarded by the Israeli Film Academy for best director and best supporting actor. In an old neighborhood, stuck in the past, the first anniversary of Morris Mandabon's death is approaching, and his youngest son, Nissim has a dream. In the dream his father orders him to re-open the old neighborhood movie-theater thus breaking the vow Morris had made years ago never to screen movies again. Operation Thunderbolt tells the truth base story of Air France flight 139 from Tel Aviv to Paris via Athens was hijacked by four terrorists. After lending in Entebbe (Uganda), the Jewish passengers are separated and held hostage in demand to release many terrorists held in Israeli prisons. After much debate, the Israeli government sent an elite commando unit, to raid the airfield and release the hostages. The film is based on real fact and follows the events following the flight's takeoff until the hostages' return to Israel. (Kindly see attached Film brochure & showing time).
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
13th May 2014
Press Release;Israel’s Cooperation in Myanmar in archaeological research and conservation
As part of the cooperation between the two countries, this time in the archaeological field, a special cooperation program was launched between the Department of Archaeology at Haifa University, Israel, the Pyay Field school of Archaeology and the Ministry of Culture in Myanmar, Prof. Sariel Shalev, Chair of the Department of Archaeology of the Haifa University, visited Myanmar between 6th to 20th of February 2014.
During his visit, Professor Shalev visited numerous pagodas in Yangon, Pyay and Mandalay, and helped conducting a survey of the bells, together with scholars, staff and students from Pyay Field school of Archaeology and Ministry of Culture.
The aim of this research is to provide the necessary analysis and typological documentation of the bells. Furthermore, by analyzing of the chemical composition of the metal that was used for casting them, the results will provide an important data base in the study of the traditional techniques, that were used for the bells production and casting during the years.
The entire project is an initiative of Israeli entrepreneur Amnon Nahamias, active for many years in Myanmar.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
3rd March, 2014
Press Release :The Fifth International Commemoration day in memory of the victims of the Holocaust took place in Yangon University on 17/2/2014
Following the United Nation Resolution–60/7 (1 November 2005) the Ministry of Education of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar in collaboration with of the United Nations, Embassies of Israel and Germany, with support from the Embassies of United States of America, France and the British Council Myanmar, organized the commemoration ceremony.
In 2005, the United Nations General Assembly designated January 27 as the annual international day of commemoration to honor the victims of Holocaust. This date was chosen since it marks the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi death camp in occupied Poland.
In his speech the Israeli Ambassador to Myanmar, H.E Hagay Moshe Behar, emphasized that…” the State of Israel, as the only Jewish state in the world is committed to preserving the memory and passing on the heritage left to us, by the holocaust survivors. We-the generation that came after, must never forget, since the history of the Holocaust is not just a lesson from the past…it is also a lesson for the future. The International Community must join forces, work together and do all that is necessary to educate the future generation, and prevent it from never recurring…”.
In the event, representatives from the Yangon Regional Government, Ambassadors and UN representatives, as well as professors and students from the Yangon University participated. The main lecture was given by Dr. Joel Zisenwine from the Tel-Aviv University on behalf of “Yad Vashem” the International Institute for Holocaust Reserch, Jerusalem-Israel.
Following the main event in the university, two more lectures on the subject were given in the Myanmar Peace Center and in the British Council.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
18th February 2014
Press Release:"Eye from Zion” delegation visiting Myanmar Eye from Zion” delegation visiting Myanmar
Within the framework of the bilateral cooperation between Myanmar and Israel, a delegation formed by four Senior Ophthalmologists from Israel, and one from Bulgaria, Visited Myanmar, between the 3-9/November/2013.
The delegation of Optometrist was led by Dr. Shmuel Levartovski - Head of Department of the Barzilai Medical Centre, Ashkelon-Israel, attended the annual Myanmar National Eye conference as invited delegates. Furthermore, during their visit they conducted specialist consultations in 4 different subspecialties and performed live surgery demonstrations at North Okkalapa Hospital and No. (1) Defense Services General Hospital.
In his opening speech, held in a professional conference at the Kandawgy palace hotel in Yangon, in front of an audience of more than 160 doctors and ophthalmologists, Ambassador Behar remarked that …." it is the fourth visit of "Eye from Zion" delegation to Myanmar. Eye of Zion is an Israeli NGO which provides medical aid around the world, and at the same time, transfers a message of humanitarian assistance and goodwill, based on the commune values Shared by the State of Israel and Jewish people, named - Tikun Olam…".
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
19th November 2013
Press Release: Myanmar Deputy Minister at “International Women Leaders’ Conference”
H.E. Dr. Daw Khin San Yee, Deputy Minister for National Planning and Economic Development of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar attended the “International Women Leaders’ Conference” from November 3 to 8, 2013 in Haifa, Israel.
In accord with the Millennium Development Goals and the objectives established by the international community, MASHAV, Israel’s Agency for International Development Cooperation, at Israel’s Foreign Ministry, consistently promotes the empowerment of women, considering women’s education a critical component of development policy and planning, and central to sustainable development.
One of MASHAV’s earliest affiliate training institutions, (MCTC),has been addressing the connection between gender, poverty reduction and sustainable development for over five decades and placing education at the core of women’s ability to contribute to all activities, working to enhance knowledge, competency and skills, including in the development process and in their contributions to civil society.
MASHAV, together with The Golda Meir Mount Carmel International Training Center (MCTC), the UN Development Program and UN Women had organized this 28th International Conference for Women Leaders on “The Post-2015 and Sustainable Development Goals Agenda: Ensuring the Centrality of Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment in the Next Framework” from November 3 to 8, 2013.
Senior officials, women and men from the public and associative sectors – ministers, members of parliaments, heads of women’s associations, representatives of international organizations and representatives of the judicial, business and academic sectors convened in Haifa to discuss progress achieved and gaps remaining in the implementation of the Millennium Development Goals from a gender perspective and Dr. Daw Khin San Yee was there as a representative from the Republic of the Union of Myanmar.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
15th November 2013
Press Release: Myanmar Delegation visit to WATEC 2013 Israel
Myanmar Chief Ministers for Yangon Region and Mandalay Region, H.E. U Myint Swe and H.E. U Ye Myint led the Myanmar delegation for WATEC Israel 2013 – “Water Technology and Environmental Control Exhibition & Conference”, which took place between October 22-24, 2013 at the Israel Trade Fairs and Convention Center Tel-Aviv, Israel.
Israel is internationally recognized for its innovations in managing scarce water resources, and widely regarded as a nexus of world-class expertise in the water field. WATEC exhibition is the largest and most important water, energy & environment industry event in Israel as well as a show case for the most advanced technologies and solutions around the world and emphasises technologies that can serve as the key to a much more efficient exploitation of Natural resources (Water, Soil, Energy & materials).
The visit program for H.E. Chief Ministers had been coordinated by the Israeli Embassy in Yangon, MOFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Israel), Trade and Economic Mission and the Israel Export & International Cooperation Institute (IEICI).
During their visit in the exhibition, they joined numerous meetings and functions with a large number of Israeli companies, including a lunch hosted by H.E. Naftali Bennet, Minister of Economy and H.E Silvan Shalom, Minister for Regional Development, Energy and Water Resources.
This visit of the two Chief Ministers, takes place during the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the diplomatic relations between the State of Israel and the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, and is the first high-ranking official visit from Myanmar to Israel in 20 years.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
25th October 2013
Press Release; “ISRAEL MYANMAR COOPERATION IN MUSIC THERAPY TRAINING”
In Myanmar, music therapy is still in its primary stages. To promote and encourage this important therapeutic field, a group of three Israeli music therapies, headed by Ms. Tsvia Horesh held between the 16.9-3.10.2013, a second session of training. The trainees were special education teachers from the Eden Center for Disabled Children (ECDC) and the Montessori school in Yangon.
This training aimed to extend the knowledge of 30 teachers (15 that already participated in the first course held in 2012, and an additional 15 new teachers) and encourage them to continue developing their skills by working under the direct guidance of professionals.
Music therapy is a broad, flexible discipline by which music is used as a creative and non-verbal therapeutic tool. Through this the difficulties of patients can be addressed. It is used in hospitals, special schools, old people’s homes, hospices and many more.
This important activity could not have taken place without the support and sponsorship of Music as Therapy International (London), the Montessori School, a special event organized for private donors in Israel for this purpose and the voluntary contribution of Ms. Horesh, Ms. Shirley Zamir-Albaz and Miss. Dana Yaakobson,
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
7th October, 2013
Press Release:Knesset DG Visit to Myanmar Parliament
To strengthen the inter–parliamentary relation between Knesset and Pyi Daung Su Hluttaw, a delegation led by Mr. Ronen Plot, Director General of the Knesset visited Myanmar from 29th of September to 3rd of October 2013.
During the visit, they observed Hluttaw Session in both Pyi Thu Hluttaw and Amyotha Hluttaw, contributed more than 120 books to the Pyi Daung Su Hluttaw Library and exchange views concerning administrative affairs of the Parliaments with U Kyaw Soe, Director General of Parliament Office, Pyi Daung Su Hluttaw, U Kyi Thein, Deputy Director General of Parliament Office, Pyi Daung Su Hluttaw and Daw Thida Tun, Deputy Director General of Parliament Office, Amyotha Hluttaw.
Previous to the visit to Nay Pyi Taw, the delegation attended a session of the Yangon Region Hluttaw on 30th September 2013 and had a courtesy meeting with Dr. Than Aung, Head of the Yangon Region Government Hluttaw and Secretary of Yangon Region Government.
This visit takes place during the 60th celebration of the establishment of the Diplomatic Relations between the State of Israel and The Republic of the Union of Myanmar, and can be seen as an initiative to expand the friendly relations and cooperation between the two Parliaments.
During the visit, the ambassador of Israel called upon H.E. Thura U Shwe Mann, Speaker of Pyithu Hluttaw.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
9th October 2013
Press Release: Award Giving Ceremony for Logo Designs Competition
The awarding Ceremony of the Logo Design Competition, marking the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the diplomatic relations between the state of Israel and the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, was held at the National University of Arts and Culture- Yangon, on 17 of September 2013.
The ceremony was attended by H.E. U Than Swe, Deputy Union Minister for Culture, H.E. Hagay Moshe Behar, the ambassador of Israel, U Kyaw Oo, rector of the National University of Arts and Culture, professors, teachers, students from the University as well as competitors and their families.
The competition that was covered by number of local journalists and TV channels, gave an excellent opportunity to young students, designers and artist from Myanmar, to expose their talent and express the special relation and friendship between the people of the two countries. Upon receiving more than 70 logos, the judge committee has chosen the winners.
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
18th September 2013
Press Release: Shalom Club Myanmar Get-Together Event
Shalom Club Myanmar, an organization representing the alumni from Myanmar, who took part in courses, seminars and trainings offered by MASHAV, hosted a special first get together event today in celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the Diplomatic relations, between the State of Israel and the Republic of the Union of Myanmar.
MASHAV - Israel's International Agency for Development Cooperation, has been offering scholarships for Myanmar people, from the private and the public sectors, including NGO's, on topics such as Agro-Technology, Water Management, Gender equality, Rural Development, Education, Health and many more.
The event titled "Sixty Years of Cooperation and Friendship", was honored with the presence of H.E. U Myint Swe (Chief Minister, Yangon Regional Government), Ministers from Yangon Region Government, H.E. U Ba Shwe (Union Deputy Minister for Science & Technology), H.E Mr. Mattanya Cohen (Director of Training Department, Israel Agency of International Development Cooperation) and H.E. Mr. Hagay M. Behar (Ambassador of Israel to Myanmar), as well as nearly 70 Shalom Club members. It was held in the Myanmar Info Tech and covered by a large number of local journalists and TV channels.
These programs, which are based on the transfer of technological skills and human resource enrichment are aimed to contribute to the capacity building in the country. According to the records, over the last 60 years, more than 400 Myanmar citizens have participated in such courses.
More details on the Shalom Club and pictures from the event may be found on Shalom Club's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/ShalomClubMyanmar) and Embassy website and Facebook page (http://embassies.gov.il/yangon/).
Embassy of Israel, Yangon
19th August 2013