Disaster Risk Reduction: Yangon Region CM attends ceremony

A ceremony marking the 2026 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) was held on October 13 at the Yangon Region Government Office, attended by Yangon Region Chief Minister U Aung Naing Thu.

First, the Chief Minister delivered the opening address. Following this, a video message from the United Nations Secretary-General was played, alongside a documentary video highlighting disaster mitigation activities.

Next, the Chief Minister and regional ministers presented awards to winning students in the basic education level (high school, middle school, and primary school) essay competition held to commemorate the 2026 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction.

Afterward, the Chief Minister and officials toured the commemorative exhibition booths displayed at the event.