Yangon:President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar U Min Aung Hlaing, along with his wife Daw Kyu Kyu Hla, Union ministers, and Yangon Region officials, visited the Traditional Myanmar Market Fair at the Yangon Convention Centre in Mayangon Township, Yangon Region. The event was held to showcase Myanmar's traditional foods, clothing, and regional products.

According to Republic of the Union of Myanmar Ministry of Information, the President and his entourage were greeted by officials from the Myanmar Cultural Heritage Trust (MCHT) and Union ministers. They attended performances of traditional dances and marionettes by ethnic cultural troupes, contributing to the preservation of Myanmar's cultural heritage. The President and his wife expressed appreciation by presenting a flower basket to the performers.

The Traditional Myanmar Market Fair, organized by MCHT, ran from 5 November and featured 155 booths exhibiting traditional foods, clothing, and regional products. The event aimed to preserve traditional heritage and engage younger generations through various activities such as culinary demonstrations, panel discussions, and cultural performances.

In addition to the market fair, the President and party attended the Myanmar Furniture Show 2026 at Kanthaya Shopping Centre in Mingala Taungnyunt. The event, organized by Myanmar Wood-based Furniture Entrepreneurs, showcased products from nine local and one foreign company across 26 booths. The fair, held from 4 to 8 November, focused on maintaining and enhancing Myanmar's furniture industry while exploring market opportunities.

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