Myanmar, Russia celebrate 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations

February 18, 2018

Organised by the Russia-Myanmar Association for Friendship and Cooperation (RMAFC), a music show called “Russia Melody”, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Myanmar and Russia was held at the National Theatre in Yangon yesterday.

At the event, Russia Ambassador to Myanmar H.E Dr. Nikolay Listopadov delivered the opening speech, followed by speeches from Yangon Mayor U Maung Maung Soe, Vice-Chairman of RMAFC Mr Anatoly Bulachnikov and RMAFC’s member Mr. Rudolf Yanson. Russian folk music band Kala Jazz and musical band Ngwe Yaung Turiya Kyo Myar entertained the attendees with Russian melodies, including Russian classic songs “Moscow souvenir” and “Kalinka.”

Yangon Mayor U Maung Maung Soe presented floral baskets to the Russian musical band.

Also, the event exhibited photographs depicting Myanmar-Russian diplomatic relations, Russian historical background, culture, and books translated from Russian literature by Myanmar writers for the attendees. Attendees at the event were the Russian Ambassador to Myanmar, officials from the Russian Embassy and National University of Arts and Culture (Yangon), Russian nationals in Myanmar and other invited guests. A similar event will be celebrated at the National Theatre, Mandalay, on 22 February.

ZawGyi

Ref; The Global New Light of Myanmar