Bago, 16 September 

A ceremony to mark the international day for the preservation of the ozone layer was held at Bago town hall in Bago region this morning. 

First, Bago Region Minister for Resources, Environmental conservation and Development Affairs Dr. Saw Nyo Win made a speech, calling on local people to abide by limitations and prohibitions in order to reduce the use of materials. 

Then, Deputy Director Zaw Min Ohn of the Region Environmental Department read out the message sent by UN secretary general. Then, a video clip on the commemoration of World Ozone Day was played. After that, regional minister Dr. Zaw Win and Bago Region Chief Law Officer presented awards to students who won essay competitions in high school level and middle school level respectively.—Tin Soe (Bago)  

Translated by Aung Zaw Lin