THE Myanmar National Human Rights Commission, in collaboration with the Ministry of Legal Affairs, organized a seminar titled “Legal Awareness Dissemination Seminar” yesterday. The event was conducted in a hybrid format at the Conference Room of the Myanmar National Human Rights Commission office. The seminar was attended by the Commission Chairman, members, as well as officers and staff from the headquarters and regional branch offices.
In his opening address, U Paw Lwin Sein, Chairman of the Myanmar National Human Rights Commission, underscored the historical significance of laws in maintaining social stability and security. He noted that legal frameworks have been established and practised for millennia, emphasizing the critical importance of the rule of law in contemporary society. He articulated that the seminar’s primary objective was to enhance public understanding of legal principles, enabling individuals to contribute to national progress by adhering to the law in their daily lives and by putting collective efforts to create a society where human rights are respected.
Following the Chairman’s remarks, Daw Phyu Mar Wai, Advocate-General of the Yangon Region, highlighted the necessity for all citizens to be well-versed in the laws enacted to establish a disciplined, multiparty democratic system. She asserted that legal literacy is essential for individuals to navigate social life effectively and to utilize their rights responsibly. In accordance with the provisions of the Union Attorney-General Law, she explained that the government has been actively engaged in initiatives to promote legal awareness. During the seminar, Deputy Law Officers of the Region delivered comprehensive lectures on the Constitution, as well as other pertinent laws and special laws that are integral to daily life.
Subsequently, Daw Cho Cho Aung, Regional Deputy Law Officer of the Yangon Region Attorney-General’s Office, provided an in-depth analysis of the Penal Code and the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Law. U Kyi Khin, another Regional Deputy Law Officer, elaborated on practical aspects of the Constitution and the People’s Military Service Law, offering detailed insights into their application. The session was highly interactive, with attendees, including officers and staff, actively participating by posing questions and engaging in discussions.
The seminar concluded in the afternoon. — MNHRC
