Nay Pyi Taw, 30 Dec

Vice-President Dr Sai Mauk Kham attended the award presentation ceremony to outstanding basic education students at Myanmar International Convention Centre here this morning.

Chairman of National Educat ion Committee Union Minister for Education Dr Mya Aye delivered a congratulatory speech, pinning high hope on the human resources development for establishing democracy.

He said seminars and workshops were held to promote the education standards of the country.

A national level conference for adoption of the education and health policies was held in February 2012, he said. The Union Minister said comprehensive education sector review was conducted by local and foreign academicians.

He said 11,000 students were granted stipends and salaries for teachers were increased.Union Ministers Dr Mya Aye, Dr Ko Ko Oo, U Wunna Maung Lwin, U Thein Tun, U Win Shein presented awards to outstanding students.

The Vice-President cordially greeted those present and viewed the education promotion booth.