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16th Performing Arts Competitions of Yangon West District open

YANGON, 18 Aug-A ceremony to open the 16th Myanmar Traditional Cultural Performing Arts Competitions of Yangon West District was held at No. 2 Basic Education High School in Latha Township today.

Chairman of Yangon Division Peace and Development Council Commander of Yangon Command Brig-Gen Win Myint and wife Daw Kyin Myaing attended the opening ceremony.

Chairman of Yangon West District PDC U Aung Myin formally opened the ceremony and students entertained those present with songs and dances.

Commander Brig-Gen Win Myint and wife awarded those artistes. Altogether 39 contestants are participating in the amateur event (level I) while 107 contestants are taking part in the amateur event (level II) of the 16th performing arts competitions of Yangon West District.