Monday, December 27, 2010
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
China and Hong Kong seek oversea Brightest students
Peking University out to lure HK's brightest
By Raymond Li and Elaine Yau
14 December 2010
Peking University, once the natural choice for China's elite students, launches its biggest recruitment campaign in recent years in Hong Kong today as it and other top institutions face growing competition from the region and the world.
In a hard-sell roadshow aimed at Hong Kong students and their parents, it will hold three recruitment sessions, starting with one tonight at the University of Hong Kong.
Others will follow at Pui Ching Middle School and St Mary's Canossian College.
"A world-class university is marked by rich diversity and different origins of students it attracts. We have stepped up the recruitment of students in Hong Kong to strengthen that diversity," said Dr Qin Chunhua, director of the admissions office.
"Recruiting more Hong Kong students will benefit both students from Hong Kong and those from the mainland, as Hong Kong students tend to be more open-minded, vigorous in logical thinking and have a strong sense of responsibility."
As well as countering competition from Hong Kong and the rest of the world for the mainland's best and brightest students, the university wants more global recognition.
The recruitment drive is also part of the central government's plan to make mainland universities more international and competitive - which Beijing considers crucial to match its growing economic clout on the world stage.
The authorities now offer handsome scholarship packages to overseas students to convince them to study at elite mainland universities.
Qin said Peking University - popularly known as Beida, a contraction of its name in Chinese - was particularly interested in promoting a scholarship scheme to Hong Kong secondary students.
Under the scheme, 20 of the city's outstanding students are admitted on the basis of their high school academic merits without having to sit an entry examination. They also receive 30,000 yuan (HK$35,000) a year towards the cost of their undergraduate studies. The scheme, sponsored by Henderson Group, began in 2004.
Those moves come against the backdrop of increasing integration of the tertiary education sector on the mainland with that in the rest of the world. Ministry of Education figures show 238,184 overseas students studied on the mainland last year, up by 14,685 from the previous year.
In the meantime, the number of mainland students going to overseas colleges rose nearly 50,000 last year to 229,000.
The increasing preference of top mainland students for universities in Hong Kong over Beida and the other top Beijing university, Tsinghua, has been used by critics to attack what they say is a decline in teaching quality at elite mainland institutions.
In response, many mainland universities have stepped up recruitment overseas and in Hong Kong.
Figures from the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority show that admission of Hong Kong students to undergraduate studies at mainland universities went up from 189 in 2005 to 526 last year, although growth in the previous two years was slow. Statistics from Beida's Office of Hong Kong Macau and Taiwan Affairs showed that about 230 Hong Kong students were studying there, 57 per cent of them undergraduates.
The office says the figure has been steady over the past two years with most students from Hong Kong choosing degrees in humanities and social sciences.
Lik Hang-tsui graduated from Baptist Lui Ming Choi Secondary School in 2005 and went to study history at Beida on a scholarship sponsored by China Resources Group.
He did so despite a lack of interest among his secondary classmates in the university's recruitment and his worries about Beida's lack of international prestige and possible culture shock from ideological differences.
The 23-year old hopes the four years he spent studying Chinese history at Beida will help him win a full scholarship from Oxford University. He would prefer to do his doctoral studies at the British university because he is worried that the Beijing institution's relative lack of international profile could compromise his career.
Pamini Cheung, who graduated from Marymount Secondary School in 2009 and went to study international relations at Beida the same year, has no such worries.
She said Beida was much more international than most believed. She even had a schoolmate from Tonga.
Cheung, who entered Beida through the college entrance examinations for overseas students and pays 26,000 yuan a year in tuition fees, said the choice of university was a careful career consideration. "Beijing is becoming a new centre of the world and I want to witness that."
Mainland education commentator Professor Xiong Bingqi said that despite a substantial increase in government spending on scholarships and services for overseas and Hong Kong students, the preference among those students for short language courses and the humanities over science and engineering meant not much had changed.
"The preference is an indicator of how less competitive mainland universities are in the world in terms of overall teaching quality," he said.
"If you're not going to raise the level of teaching, you can't attract the top students no matter how many scholarships you give away."
Raymond Chan Mau-chiu, assistant professor specialising in mainland-Hong Kong educational exchanges in Baptist University's department of education studies, said a brain drain of top students was happening in both Hong Kong and the mainland.
"Top mainland students want to come here and the cream of our crop head north to tap the vast market there. But it's not a bad thing in the long term as such exchanges could boost the international outlook of both local and mainland graduates."
Beida and HKU will sign a memorandum of understanding for the launch of a joint master programme for law studies, the first of its kind for the two universities. Three students will be recruited every year to spend a year in each university.
December 14, 2010
HK seeks to lure brightest young minds
BEIJING, July 14 -- Globalization of higher education and a surge in the number of mainland students looking southwards for tertiary studies has prompted the Hong Kong government to establish a steering committee to promote the city as a regional education hub.
The committee, headed by Chief Secretary for Administration Rafael Hui, is charged with studying and formulating policies in areas such as immigration and employment. The purpose of this extensive exercise is to bolster Hong Kong's competitiveness in the global battle for the brightest young minds.
Relaxation of immigration rules to allow tertiary institutions to accept more non-local students is the key to the success of the education hub plan, which is pretty much still on the drawing board.
Hong Kong raised the quota for non-local students from 4 to 10 per cent last year. But university leaders want an incremental growth to 20 per cent.
The city's eight publicly funded universities enrolled 4,700 non-local students in 2005-2006, or 6 per cent of the total student population. Mainlanders made up the bulk of the recruits because of their geographical proximity and cultural affinity.
They accounted for more than 90 per cent of non-local undergraduates and postgraduates at Chinese University and City University and 89 per cent at Polytechnic University. Meanwhile, 54 per cent of the University of Hong Kong's (HKU) non-local undergraduates and 76 per cent of its postgraduates come from the mainland.
Though traditionally prestigious seats of learning such as Peking University and Tsinghua University will continue to attract the top performers in the college entrance exams, more mainland students are expected to make a beeline for Hong Kong this year.
The extent of the inflow can be gauged by HKU's recent announcement that it has received 10,000 applications for undergraduate studies alone this year compared to 4,848 last year.
Mainland students have a number of reasons to choose Hong Kong, not least because it's a place where the East meets West. They are drawn to the city's multicultural and multilingual environment, hoping to benefit from its more global outlook.
Some opt for it because of the generous scholarships offered to top performers. HKU, for an example, has earmarked a scholarship budget of HK$55 million (US$7.1 million) for mainlanders, with students getting anything between HK$30,000 (US$3,896) and HK$100,000 (US$12,987) a year.
Good employment prospects are also a temptation the students find hard to resist, especially when well-paid jobs are becoming a rarity on the mainland nowadays. An HKU survey shows that 99 per cent of its 2005 graduates are either employed or pursuing further studies. Those working earn an average salary of HK$14,214 (US$1,822) a month, with some making as much as HK$74,443 (US$9,544).
But Hong Kong may not be the best choice for all, particularly students pursuing natural sciences. What's worse, the city has limited employment opportunities in this field.
Unless they get a scholarship, mainland students should think twice before moving to Hong Kong. They ought to realize that the cost of education is too heavy a burden for an average mainland family to bear. University fees range from HK$60,000 (US$7,792) to HK$80,000 (US$10,390) a year. Meanwhile, the cost of living in Hong Kong is the fourth-highest in the world.
But despite all the odds, more mainland students will flock to Hong Kong and help this regional education hub take shape. (Zou Hanru)
(Source: China Daily)
By Raymond Li and Elaine Yau
14 December 2010
Peking University, once the natural choice for China's elite students, launches its biggest recruitment campaign in recent years in Hong Kong today as it and other top institutions face growing competition from the region and the world.
In a hard-sell roadshow aimed at Hong Kong students and their parents, it will hold three recruitment sessions, starting with one tonight at the University of Hong Kong.
Others will follow at Pui Ching Middle School and St Mary's Canossian College.
"A world-class university is marked by rich diversity and different origins of students it attracts. We have stepped up the recruitment of students in Hong Kong to strengthen that diversity," said Dr Qin Chunhua, director of the admissions office.
"Recruiting more Hong Kong students will benefit both students from Hong Kong and those from the mainland, as Hong Kong students tend to be more open-minded, vigorous in logical thinking and have a strong sense of responsibility."
As well as countering competition from Hong Kong and the rest of the world for the mainland's best and brightest students, the university wants more global recognition.
The recruitment drive is also part of the central government's plan to make mainland universities more international and competitive - which Beijing considers crucial to match its growing economic clout on the world stage.
The authorities now offer handsome scholarship packages to overseas students to convince them to study at elite mainland universities.
Qin said Peking University - popularly known as Beida, a contraction of its name in Chinese - was particularly interested in promoting a scholarship scheme to Hong Kong secondary students.
Under the scheme, 20 of the city's outstanding students are admitted on the basis of their high school academic merits without having to sit an entry examination. They also receive 30,000 yuan (HK$35,000) a year towards the cost of their undergraduate studies. The scheme, sponsored by Henderson Group, began in 2004.
Those moves come against the backdrop of increasing integration of the tertiary education sector on the mainland with that in the rest of the world. Ministry of Education figures show 238,184 overseas students studied on the mainland last year, up by 14,685 from the previous year.
In the meantime, the number of mainland students going to overseas colleges rose nearly 50,000 last year to 229,000.
The increasing preference of top mainland students for universities in Hong Kong over Beida and the other top Beijing university, Tsinghua, has been used by critics to attack what they say is a decline in teaching quality at elite mainland institutions.
In response, many mainland universities have stepped up recruitment overseas and in Hong Kong.
Figures from the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority show that admission of Hong Kong students to undergraduate studies at mainland universities went up from 189 in 2005 to 526 last year, although growth in the previous two years was slow. Statistics from Beida's Office of Hong Kong Macau and Taiwan Affairs showed that about 230 Hong Kong students were studying there, 57 per cent of them undergraduates.
The office says the figure has been steady over the past two years with most students from Hong Kong choosing degrees in humanities and social sciences.
Lik Hang-tsui graduated from Baptist Lui Ming Choi Secondary School in 2005 and went to study history at Beida on a scholarship sponsored by China Resources Group.
He did so despite a lack of interest among his secondary classmates in the university's recruitment and his worries about Beida's lack of international prestige and possible culture shock from ideological differences.
The 23-year old hopes the four years he spent studying Chinese history at Beida will help him win a full scholarship from Oxford University. He would prefer to do his doctoral studies at the British university because he is worried that the Beijing institution's relative lack of international profile could compromise his career.
Pamini Cheung, who graduated from Marymount Secondary School in 2009 and went to study international relations at Beida the same year, has no such worries.
She said Beida was much more international than most believed. She even had a schoolmate from Tonga.
Cheung, who entered Beida through the college entrance examinations for overseas students and pays 26,000 yuan a year in tuition fees, said the choice of university was a careful career consideration. "Beijing is becoming a new centre of the world and I want to witness that."
Mainland education commentator Professor Xiong Bingqi said that despite a substantial increase in government spending on scholarships and services for overseas and Hong Kong students, the preference among those students for short language courses and the humanities over science and engineering meant not much had changed.
"The preference is an indicator of how less competitive mainland universities are in the world in terms of overall teaching quality," he said.
"If you're not going to raise the level of teaching, you can't attract the top students no matter how many scholarships you give away."
Raymond Chan Mau-chiu, assistant professor specialising in mainland-Hong Kong educational exchanges in Baptist University's department of education studies, said a brain drain of top students was happening in both Hong Kong and the mainland.
"Top mainland students want to come here and the cream of our crop head north to tap the vast market there. But it's not a bad thing in the long term as such exchanges could boost the international outlook of both local and mainland graduates."
Beida and HKU will sign a memorandum of understanding for the launch of a joint master programme for law studies, the first of its kind for the two universities. Three students will be recruited every year to spend a year in each university.
December 14, 2010
HK seeks to lure brightest young minds
BEIJING, July 14 -- Globalization of higher education and a surge in the number of mainland students looking southwards for tertiary studies has prompted the Hong Kong government to establish a steering committee to promote the city as a regional education hub.
The committee, headed by Chief Secretary for Administration Rafael Hui, is charged with studying and formulating policies in areas such as immigration and employment. The purpose of this extensive exercise is to bolster Hong Kong's competitiveness in the global battle for the brightest young minds.
Relaxation of immigration rules to allow tertiary institutions to accept more non-local students is the key to the success of the education hub plan, which is pretty much still on the drawing board.
Hong Kong raised the quota for non-local students from 4 to 10 per cent last year. But university leaders want an incremental growth to 20 per cent.
The city's eight publicly funded universities enrolled 4,700 non-local students in 2005-2006, or 6 per cent of the total student population. Mainlanders made up the bulk of the recruits because of their geographical proximity and cultural affinity.
They accounted for more than 90 per cent of non-local undergraduates and postgraduates at Chinese University and City University and 89 per cent at Polytechnic University. Meanwhile, 54 per cent of the University of Hong Kong's (HKU) non-local undergraduates and 76 per cent of its postgraduates come from the mainland.
Though traditionally prestigious seats of learning such as Peking University and Tsinghua University will continue to attract the top performers in the college entrance exams, more mainland students are expected to make a beeline for Hong Kong this year.
The extent of the inflow can be gauged by HKU's recent announcement that it has received 10,000 applications for undergraduate studies alone this year compared to 4,848 last year.
Mainland students have a number of reasons to choose Hong Kong, not least because it's a place where the East meets West. They are drawn to the city's multicultural and multilingual environment, hoping to benefit from its more global outlook.
Some opt for it because of the generous scholarships offered to top performers. HKU, for an example, has earmarked a scholarship budget of HK$55 million (US$7.1 million) for mainlanders, with students getting anything between HK$30,000 (US$3,896) and HK$100,000 (US$12,987) a year.
Good employment prospects are also a temptation the students find hard to resist, especially when well-paid jobs are becoming a rarity on the mainland nowadays. An HKU survey shows that 99 per cent of its 2005 graduates are either employed or pursuing further studies. Those working earn an average salary of HK$14,214 (US$1,822) a month, with some making as much as HK$74,443 (US$9,544).
But Hong Kong may not be the best choice for all, particularly students pursuing natural sciences. What's worse, the city has limited employment opportunities in this field.
Unless they get a scholarship, mainland students should think twice before moving to Hong Kong. They ought to realize that the cost of education is too heavy a burden for an average mainland family to bear. University fees range from HK$60,000 (US$7,792) to HK$80,000 (US$10,390) a year. Meanwhile, the cost of living in Hong Kong is the fourth-highest in the world.
But despite all the odds, more mainland students will flock to Hong Kong and help this regional education hub take shape. (Zou Hanru)
(Source: China Daily)
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Interview With Daw Aung San Suu Kyi
“If We Want Change, We Have to Make It Happen”
Irrawaddy Magazine November 20, 2010
Burma's pro-democracy leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Aung San Suu Kyi spoke to Irrawaddy editor Aung Zaw soon after her release from house arrest on Nov. 13. In this exclusive interview, she discussed her position on the military regime, her future political activities and her views on the political situation in Burma after the Nov. 7 election. She also emphasized the need for her supporters to continue working towards the goal of achieving democracy, and urged young Burmese in particular to remain actively engaged in politics.Aung San Suu Kyi, centers, appears at the gate of her Rangoon home on Nov. 13 to speak to her supporters soon after her release from more than seven years of house arrest. (Photo: The Irrawaddy)
Question: You are now free after seven years of house arrest. Over the past few days, you've had a chance to speak to the people and see the outside world. What do you think has changed?
Answer: The first thing I noticed was that there were many more young people in the crowd that welcomed me. Many of them were using cell phones. They were taking photographs with their phones, which I had never experienced before. There was no such thing ten years ago, but it has become quite widespread these days. I think there are more communication lines than before. It is important.
I don't see much significant change in the city. Perhaps that's because I haven't been to many parts of the city, since I am not the kind of person who is always on the street. There is not much difference.
Q: Are the Burmese people poorer now than before?
A: They looked poor, but those who came to greet me and give their support were very happy and smiling. I am very thankful to them. I could really feel their warmth.
Q: Some say your release is just a matter of transferring you from a smaller prison to a bigger one. Do you feel that way?
A: I don't see it that way. I always consider myself free because my mind is free. With my own ideology and beliefs, I am walking on the path that I have chosen. I have never felt that I wasn't free. Even when I was officially released, I felt the same—I didn't feel that I was not free before. Of course, I now have much more work to do. I have been able to see and feel the changes in person. In fact, my inner mind remains the same.
Q: Many people say your release one week after the election was just an attempt by the military regime to divert people's attention from the polls. What do you think about that?
A: I can't say exactly. It's possible. Since the election is over now, people don't need to focus on it anymore. That's why they are paying more attention to me. [Laughs]
Q: Soon after your release, you said you wanted to meet with the leaders of the military regime to help bring about national reconciliation in the country. However, the junta leaders don't seem to want to talk to you. Since you first entered Burmese politics in 1988, the regime has repeatedly stated that it has never wanted your presence. It has been 22 years now. Why do you think they still don't want to speak with you, even though you have offered dialogue with them on numerous occasions.
A: I think we have a different understanding of the main purpose of dialogue and its real meaning and essence. In my opinion, dialogue is not a debate to make one side lose and the other win. One side says what it wants, and so does the other. If there are disagreements, a negotiation should be carried out. Dialogue must be a win-win situation for both parties. I have said this to them before, but they don't seem to understand it. I am not sure if they don't understand it or if they don't believe it. Perhaps its because in the military, there is no such thing as a negotiated settlement.
(Page 2 of 4)This is something I really need to give a lot of thought to.
Q: You met with senior leaders of the military, including Snr-Gen Than Shwe and Gen Khin Nyunt, in 1994, 1995 and around 2000. Were your conversations with them fruitful?
A: Yes, we met, but I can't say that we had a true dialogue. I can say that real discussions took place when I met with Col Tin Hlaing, Maj-Gen Kyaw Win and Brig-Gen Than Htun after the Depayin incident. However, what we discussed has never actually been implemented.
Q: They are not in office anymore. Neither is Gen Khin Nyunt. Some are serving lengthy prison terms. What do think about them? Did you think that they were the ones who might be able to bridge the gap between you and the military? Do you plan to see them again?
A: I think they did the best they could. Whenever I spoke with them, I always noticed that they raised good points. That's why I never thought that I was always right. But there were things that made me feel a bit frustrated. Perhaps they felt the same about me.
Q: I heard they became very respectful toward you. How did you feel about that?
A: They treated me well. Whenever I meet with officers responsible for my security these days, they treat me well, too. I don't know what they are thinking in their minds, but from what I can tell from my side, they have treated me well and I am thankful to them. I also want to be friends with them. As I told the people in front of my party's office on Sunday, I want [the military leaders] to treat everybody the way they treat me.
Q: Do you think that in the future you will have a chance to go to Naypyidaw and meet Snr-Gen Than Shwe? “Lead, Kindly Light.”
A: I don't think that way. I think of how I am going to make it happen. I am not sure if you have heard that Gandhi was very fond of a Christian hymn, even though he was a follower of Hinduism. The name of the song is “Lead, Kindly Light.” It says, “I do not ask to see the distant scene; one step enough for me.” Gandhi believed that, and so do I. I will do my best to walk, step by step. If I am on the right track, I will reach the right place. I don't want to try to imagine something very distant. For me, hope is the desire to try. I believe I can only hope for something if I have tried to achieve it. I will continue to make an effort with this belief in mind.
Q: There has been speculation, within and the country and outside, including even in the UN, that there is a prospect of substantial dialogue between you and senior military leaders. What do you think about this?
A: It's not wrong to think that might be possible. I have sometimes thought about what I might say if I had a chance to meet with them. Not often, though. But it's something I must be prepared for, because it would look awkward if I didn't know what to say if I was invited to take part in a dialogue. So I don't mind if people say that this is something that might happen. But sometimes I have wanted to laugh a bit at some of the predictions that have been made, some of which were quite funny.
Q: Can you recall any that struck you as particularly funny?
A: I won't elaborate on those predictions. Some of them seemed a bit funny and ambitious to me, but I don't mind. Sometimes people came up with such predictions because they wanted to see changes for the better in the country. But some have had quite pessimistic and radical views, such as that the situation will never get any better.
(Page 3 of 4)In fact, things sometimes turn out very differently from what we expect. We must always be ready and prepared for whatever happens.
Q: So do you know what you will say to Snr-Gen Than Shwe if you meet him again?
A: It depends on the situation. Whatever I say will depend on the circumstances and the reason for our meeting.
Q: Some have expressed the view that the military cannot be excluded from Burmese politics. The new Constitution guarantees the military a dominant role in future politics. What do you think about the military and its political role?
A: No one should be excluded from politics, since it is related to everyone. However, it is important to have the correct relationship to politics.
Q: We have heard that there are some in the military who support you and the democracy movement. What is your message to army officers and their families and others in the military who want to see change?
A: If they want change, they have to make it happen. As I said earlier, I don't believe in just imagining how things might be better. If we expect something, we must strive to achieve it.
Q: The election was neither free nor fair. The Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) appears to have won, although the results have not yet been announced. It will soon form a new government. Some in the international community think that this will herald a new political landscape in Burma. How will you face this situation?
A: I don't know what people mean when they talk about a new political landscape. Are they referring to the new Parliament? In any case, there are always some who participate in politics inside Parliament, and others who are involved in politics outside Parliament. We will be in the latter category. Since we have some experience with how they [the USDP] engage in political activities, we will use various means to carry out our political activities outside the Parliament.
Q: Before the election was held, some members of the international community, particularly in Europe, said that taking part in it was the only option for the opposition. Now that it is over, however, those who backed the election have been embarrassed by the way it was carried out by the regime. What would you like to say to these people?
A: Live and learn. [Laughs]
Q: The international community has welcomed your release. The US government has said it will continue its existing policy on Burma, combining sanctions and engagement. What kind of pressure do you think the international community should exercise on the Burmese regime, and what kind of relationship should it have with the junta? What would you like to say to China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean)?
A: I want Asean and China to have close relations with us. I want them to know that we are not people they can't deal with. I think the fact that sanctions remain in effect is related to what you said earlier—the new political landscape. I think they are waiting to see if this really is a new landscape or not.
Q: The exiled Burmese community is becoming larger and larger. Hundreds of thousands of Burmese have left their country illegally, most of them from the younger generation. You have often spoken about the importance of education and helping the young to realize their potential. What are your plans for young people living inside and outside the country? What is your message to them?
A: The reason I want to have contact with young people living outside Burma is to promote the importance of education. They—especially those living in Western countries—have many more educational opportunities than young people living in Burma. That's why I want them to have contact with each other. I don't want young people living overseas to forget those remaining inside. I don't think they will forget. Many of them have been involved in blogging and other Internet-related activities, so I don't think they have forgotten the situation inside their country. I think they will believe in their strength and continue to stand for their people.
Q: When you were freed in the past, Burma's ethnic communities were largely silent. This time, however, they have given you their strong support. You are also in favor of a second Panglong Conference.
(Page 4 of 4)How do you feel about the response to your release by the ethnic nationalities.
A: I am very happy, not because of their support for me, but because of the way they are becoming more united. This will lead to greater unity in the future.
Irrawaddy Magazine November 20, 2010
Burma's pro-democracy leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Aung San Suu Kyi spoke to Irrawaddy editor Aung Zaw soon after her release from house arrest on Nov. 13. In this exclusive interview, she discussed her position on the military regime, her future political activities and her views on the political situation in Burma after the Nov. 7 election. She also emphasized the need for her supporters to continue working towards the goal of achieving democracy, and urged young Burmese in particular to remain actively engaged in politics.Aung San Suu Kyi, centers, appears at the gate of her Rangoon home on Nov. 13 to speak to her supporters soon after her release from more than seven years of house arrest. (Photo: The Irrawaddy)
Question: You are now free after seven years of house arrest. Over the past few days, you've had a chance to speak to the people and see the outside world. What do you think has changed?
Answer: The first thing I noticed was that there were many more young people in the crowd that welcomed me. Many of them were using cell phones. They were taking photographs with their phones, which I had never experienced before. There was no such thing ten years ago, but it has become quite widespread these days. I think there are more communication lines than before. It is important.
I don't see much significant change in the city. Perhaps that's because I haven't been to many parts of the city, since I am not the kind of person who is always on the street. There is not much difference.
Q: Are the Burmese people poorer now than before?
A: They looked poor, but those who came to greet me and give their support were very happy and smiling. I am very thankful to them. I could really feel their warmth.
Q: Some say your release is just a matter of transferring you from a smaller prison to a bigger one. Do you feel that way?
A: I don't see it that way. I always consider myself free because my mind is free. With my own ideology and beliefs, I am walking on the path that I have chosen. I have never felt that I wasn't free. Even when I was officially released, I felt the same—I didn't feel that I was not free before. Of course, I now have much more work to do. I have been able to see and feel the changes in person. In fact, my inner mind remains the same.
Q: Many people say your release one week after the election was just an attempt by the military regime to divert people's attention from the polls. What do you think about that?
A: I can't say exactly. It's possible. Since the election is over now, people don't need to focus on it anymore. That's why they are paying more attention to me. [Laughs]
Q: Soon after your release, you said you wanted to meet with the leaders of the military regime to help bring about national reconciliation in the country. However, the junta leaders don't seem to want to talk to you. Since you first entered Burmese politics in 1988, the regime has repeatedly stated that it has never wanted your presence. It has been 22 years now. Why do you think they still don't want to speak with you, even though you have offered dialogue with them on numerous occasions.
A: I think we have a different understanding of the main purpose of dialogue and its real meaning and essence. In my opinion, dialogue is not a debate to make one side lose and the other win. One side says what it wants, and so does the other. If there are disagreements, a negotiation should be carried out. Dialogue must be a win-win situation for both parties. I have said this to them before, but they don't seem to understand it. I am not sure if they don't understand it or if they don't believe it. Perhaps its because in the military, there is no such thing as a negotiated settlement.
(Page 2 of 4)This is something I really need to give a lot of thought to.
Q: You met with senior leaders of the military, including Snr-Gen Than Shwe and Gen Khin Nyunt, in 1994, 1995 and around 2000. Were your conversations with them fruitful?
A: Yes, we met, but I can't say that we had a true dialogue. I can say that real discussions took place when I met with Col Tin Hlaing, Maj-Gen Kyaw Win and Brig-Gen Than Htun after the Depayin incident. However, what we discussed has never actually been implemented.
Q: They are not in office anymore. Neither is Gen Khin Nyunt. Some are serving lengthy prison terms. What do think about them? Did you think that they were the ones who might be able to bridge the gap between you and the military? Do you plan to see them again?
A: I think they did the best they could. Whenever I spoke with them, I always noticed that they raised good points. That's why I never thought that I was always right. But there were things that made me feel a bit frustrated. Perhaps they felt the same about me.
Q: I heard they became very respectful toward you. How did you feel about that?
A: They treated me well. Whenever I meet with officers responsible for my security these days, they treat me well, too. I don't know what they are thinking in their minds, but from what I can tell from my side, they have treated me well and I am thankful to them. I also want to be friends with them. As I told the people in front of my party's office on Sunday, I want [the military leaders] to treat everybody the way they treat me.
Q: Do you think that in the future you will have a chance to go to Naypyidaw and meet Snr-Gen Than Shwe? “Lead, Kindly Light.”
A: I don't think that way. I think of how I am going to make it happen. I am not sure if you have heard that Gandhi was very fond of a Christian hymn, even though he was a follower of Hinduism. The name of the song is “Lead, Kindly Light.” It says, “I do not ask to see the distant scene; one step enough for me.” Gandhi believed that, and so do I. I will do my best to walk, step by step. If I am on the right track, I will reach the right place. I don't want to try to imagine something very distant. For me, hope is the desire to try. I believe I can only hope for something if I have tried to achieve it. I will continue to make an effort with this belief in mind.
Q: There has been speculation, within and the country and outside, including even in the UN, that there is a prospect of substantial dialogue between you and senior military leaders. What do you think about this?
A: It's not wrong to think that might be possible. I have sometimes thought about what I might say if I had a chance to meet with them. Not often, though. But it's something I must be prepared for, because it would look awkward if I didn't know what to say if I was invited to take part in a dialogue. So I don't mind if people say that this is something that might happen. But sometimes I have wanted to laugh a bit at some of the predictions that have been made, some of which were quite funny.
Q: Can you recall any that struck you as particularly funny?
A: I won't elaborate on those predictions. Some of them seemed a bit funny and ambitious to me, but I don't mind. Sometimes people came up with such predictions because they wanted to see changes for the better in the country. But some have had quite pessimistic and radical views, such as that the situation will never get any better.
(Page 3 of 4)In fact, things sometimes turn out very differently from what we expect. We must always be ready and prepared for whatever happens.
Q: So do you know what you will say to Snr-Gen Than Shwe if you meet him again?
A: It depends on the situation. Whatever I say will depend on the circumstances and the reason for our meeting.
Q: Some have expressed the view that the military cannot be excluded from Burmese politics. The new Constitution guarantees the military a dominant role in future politics. What do you think about the military and its political role?
A: No one should be excluded from politics, since it is related to everyone. However, it is important to have the correct relationship to politics.
Q: We have heard that there are some in the military who support you and the democracy movement. What is your message to army officers and their families and others in the military who want to see change?
A: If they want change, they have to make it happen. As I said earlier, I don't believe in just imagining how things might be better. If we expect something, we must strive to achieve it.
Q: The election was neither free nor fair. The Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) appears to have won, although the results have not yet been announced. It will soon form a new government. Some in the international community think that this will herald a new political landscape in Burma. How will you face this situation?
A: I don't know what people mean when they talk about a new political landscape. Are they referring to the new Parliament? In any case, there are always some who participate in politics inside Parliament, and others who are involved in politics outside Parliament. We will be in the latter category. Since we have some experience with how they [the USDP] engage in political activities, we will use various means to carry out our political activities outside the Parliament.
Q: Before the election was held, some members of the international community, particularly in Europe, said that taking part in it was the only option for the opposition. Now that it is over, however, those who backed the election have been embarrassed by the way it was carried out by the regime. What would you like to say to these people?
A: Live and learn. [Laughs]
Q: The international community has welcomed your release. The US government has said it will continue its existing policy on Burma, combining sanctions and engagement. What kind of pressure do you think the international community should exercise on the Burmese regime, and what kind of relationship should it have with the junta? What would you like to say to China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean)?
A: I want Asean and China to have close relations with us. I want them to know that we are not people they can't deal with. I think the fact that sanctions remain in effect is related to what you said earlier—the new political landscape. I think they are waiting to see if this really is a new landscape or not.
Q: The exiled Burmese community is becoming larger and larger. Hundreds of thousands of Burmese have left their country illegally, most of them from the younger generation. You have often spoken about the importance of education and helping the young to realize their potential. What are your plans for young people living inside and outside the country? What is your message to them?
A: The reason I want to have contact with young people living outside Burma is to promote the importance of education. They—especially those living in Western countries—have many more educational opportunities than young people living in Burma. That's why I want them to have contact with each other. I don't want young people living overseas to forget those remaining inside. I don't think they will forget. Many of them have been involved in blogging and other Internet-related activities, so I don't think they have forgotten the situation inside their country. I think they will believe in their strength and continue to stand for their people.
Q: When you were freed in the past, Burma's ethnic communities were largely silent. This time, however, they have given you their strong support. You are also in favor of a second Panglong Conference.
(Page 4 of 4)How do you feel about the response to your release by the ethnic nationalities.
A: I am very happy, not because of their support for me, but because of the way they are becoming more united. This will lead to greater unity in the future.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Revolution is always about what is Right or Wrong
Dear comrades,
Revolution is always about what is Right or Wrong. Revolution is always the fight against stronger corrupted and dictatorship. Revolution is always the legitimate and morally rightful struggle for human rights and political rights. All countries in the world have gone through at least once revolution period. Burma pro-democracy movement has been a half century. It may not success yet but the corrupted and tyrant dictatorship SPDC must not win. As long as it is rightful to resist and fight against human right violation, We will press down this SPDC one day. It is right to fight against the SPDC. Another word, every move SPDC is doing, it is violating human rights. SPDC will collapse within its own move.
Revolution is always about what is Right or Wrong. Revolution is always the fight against stronger corrupted and dictatorship. Revolution is always the legitimate and morally rightful struggle for human rights and political rights. All countries in the world have gone through at least once revolution period. Burma pro-democracy movement has been a half century. It may not success yet but the corrupted and tyrant dictatorship SPDC must not win. As long as it is rightful to resist and fight against human right violation, We will press down this SPDC one day. It is right to fight against the SPDC. Another word, every move SPDC is doing, it is violating human rights. SPDC will collapse within its own move.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Ajinomoto Scholarship for ASEAN International Students 2011 Application
Ajinomoto Scholarship for ASEAN International Students 2011 Application
This program enables students from five ASEAN countries (Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam) wishing to enroll in a master’s course (major in one of the sciences) at the University of Tokyo, to secure scholarships before their arrival in Japan. It aims to cultivate individuals capable of leading Asia in the twenty-first century and to contribute to the development of Asia and the world as well as to mutual understanding between these countries and Japan
Eligibility
Applicants who wish to enroll in a master’s course and major in one of the sciences (except medicine and veterinary medicine) at the University of Tokyo and who fulfill the following requirements and qualifications.
Applicants must be citizens of Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, or Vietnam.
Applicants must have graduated or be expected to graduate with an excellent academic record (with 16 years of education completed or expected to be completed) and must receive the recommendation of their university president or academic advisor or be otherwise qualified to enroll in the University of Tokyo.
Applicants must be under the age of 35 on April 1, 2011.
In principle, the applicant must be able to obtain approval of acceptance as a Postgraduate International Research Student (hereinafter “Research Student”), from the University of Tokyo and be registered as a Research Student for April 2011 or October 2011. However, the applicant may enroll directly as a master’s course student of some graduate schools in the University of Tokyo.. In that case, the applicant must be able to obtain approval of enrollment from the University of Tokyo and be registered as a master’s course student for Apr 2011 or Oct 2011.
Applicants must have adequate Japanese language proficiency to study as a master’s course student of the University of Tokyo (Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 1 or equivalent). Applicants must be able to pass at least Level 3 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (hereinafter “JLPT”) in a test administered no later than December 2010 (candidates wishing to enter as a master’s course student) or December 2011 (candidates wishing to enter as a Research Student). However, applicants who wish to enroll in “Information, Technology, and Society in Asia course (hereinafter “ITASIA”)” of Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Information Studies does not require above Japanese language proficiency.
Applicants must apply from the above 5 countries and be able to attend selection procedures when necessary.
Applicants must be in good physical and mental health and have a strong motivation for learning.
Applicants must not be receiving other scholarships.
Scholarship Amounts
Research Student at graduate school: ¥150,000/month (for max. 1 year)
Master’s course at graduate school: ¥180,000/month (for max. 2 years)
Examination, Admission and Tuition fees: covered in full
Airfare (to and from Japan): covered up approximately to ¥200,000 (equivalent amount for economy class ticket. Actual amount in principle)
Number of students to be accepted
1 student from each of 5 countries (Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the
Philippines, and Vietnam)
Application Deadline March 31, 2010
For more information, please visit www.ajinomoto.co.th/th/infonews/detail.php?ContentID=%2042
Guidelines for the application (both Thai and English), application form and other information can be downloaded at www.ajinomoto.co.th/upload/infonews/download/42-7775-0.zip
This program enables students from five ASEAN countries (Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam) wishing to enroll in a master’s course (major in one of the sciences) at the University of Tokyo, to secure scholarships before their arrival in Japan. It aims to cultivate individuals capable of leading Asia in the twenty-first century and to contribute to the development of Asia and the world as well as to mutual understanding between these countries and Japan
Eligibility
Applicants who wish to enroll in a master’s course and major in one of the sciences (except medicine and veterinary medicine) at the University of Tokyo and who fulfill the following requirements and qualifications.
Applicants must be citizens of Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, or Vietnam.
Applicants must have graduated or be expected to graduate with an excellent academic record (with 16 years of education completed or expected to be completed) and must receive the recommendation of their university president or academic advisor or be otherwise qualified to enroll in the University of Tokyo.
Applicants must be under the age of 35 on April 1, 2011.
In principle, the applicant must be able to obtain approval of acceptance as a Postgraduate International Research Student (hereinafter “Research Student”), from the University of Tokyo and be registered as a Research Student for April 2011 or October 2011. However, the applicant may enroll directly as a master’s course student of some graduate schools in the University of Tokyo.. In that case, the applicant must be able to obtain approval of enrollment from the University of Tokyo and be registered as a master’s course student for Apr 2011 or Oct 2011.
Applicants must have adequate Japanese language proficiency to study as a master’s course student of the University of Tokyo (Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 1 or equivalent). Applicants must be able to pass at least Level 3 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (hereinafter “JLPT”) in a test administered no later than December 2010 (candidates wishing to enter as a master’s course student) or December 2011 (candidates wishing to enter as a Research Student). However, applicants who wish to enroll in “Information, Technology, and Society in Asia course (hereinafter “ITASIA”)” of Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Information Studies does not require above Japanese language proficiency.
Applicants must apply from the above 5 countries and be able to attend selection procedures when necessary.
Applicants must be in good physical and mental health and have a strong motivation for learning.
Applicants must not be receiving other scholarships.
Scholarship Amounts
Research Student at graduate school: ¥150,000/month (for max. 1 year)
Master’s course at graduate school: ¥180,000/month (for max. 2 years)
Examination, Admission and Tuition fees: covered in full
Airfare (to and from Japan): covered up approximately to ¥200,000 (equivalent amount for economy class ticket. Actual amount in principle)
Number of students to be accepted
1 student from each of 5 countries (Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the
Philippines, and Vietnam)
Application Deadline March 31, 2010
For more information, please visit www.ajinomoto.co.th/th/infonews/detail.php?ContentID=%2042
Guidelines for the application (both Thai and English), application form and other information can be downloaded at www.ajinomoto.co.th/upload/infonews/download/42-7775-0.zip
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Australia Scholarship for learners
Dear colleagues
We are pleased to advise you that, as foreshadowed by the Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Stephen Smith in his statement to the Australian Parliament on 8 February this year, applicants from Myanmar can now apply for scholarships to study in Australia. We invite you to share this information with your colleagues and key contacts. Attached is an advertisement for these scholarships.
The Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) Scholarships is one of the scholarship programs under the Australia Awards initiative which was launched by Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd in November 2009. The Scholarships are offered to high achievers from the region to undertake postgraduate study in Australia, at Masters and Doctorate levels.In Myanmar, priority will be given to study programs addressing the following areas: health, water and sanitation, rural development and food security, basic education, protection of vulnerable populations, economic growth, gender, disability or environment.
Applications for ALA scholarships commencing in the 2011 academic year close on June 30. More information on these scholarships can be found at the following website: www.ausaid.gov. au/scholar/ ala.cfm
Email queries about these scholarships should be sent to ala@ausaid.gov. au
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http://www.melodymaung.com/2010/04/australia-scholarship-for-learners.html
We are pleased to advise you that, as foreshadowed by the Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Stephen Smith in his statement to the Australian Parliament on 8 February this year, applicants from Myanmar can now apply for scholarships to study in Australia. We invite you to share this information with your colleagues and key contacts. Attached is an advertisement for these scholarships.
The Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) Scholarships is one of the scholarship programs under the Australia Awards initiative which was launched by Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd in November 2009. The Scholarships are offered to high achievers from the region to undertake postgraduate study in Australia, at Masters and Doctorate levels.In Myanmar, priority will be given to study programs addressing the following areas: health, water and sanitation, rural development and food security, basic education, protection of vulnerable populations, economic growth, gender, disability or environment.
Applications for ALA scholarships commencing in the 2011 academic year close on June 30. More information on these scholarships can be found at the following website: www.ausaid.gov. au/scholar/ ala.cfm
Email queries about these scholarships should be sent to ala@ausaid.gov. au
Regards
Shaanti Sekhon
First Secretary (Humanitarian Assistance Coordinator)
Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID)
Australian Embassy
88 Strand Road Yangon, Myanmar
Phone:+95 (0) 1 251810 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +95 (0) 1 251810 end_of_the_skype_highlighting ext 204 I Fax: +95 (0) 1 246159 I Mobile: +95 (0) 95022347 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +95 (0) 95022347 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Email: shaanti.sekhon@ dfat.gov. au
Web: www.ausaid.gov. au
http://www.melodymaung.com/2010/04/australia-scholarship-for-learners.html
Thursday, May 20, 2010
ASEAN Scholarships for Myanmar
ASEAN Scholarships for Myanmar
The ASEAN Scholarships for Myanmar is tenable for 4 years leading to the award of the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education ‘Advanced’ (GCE ‘A’) Level (or equivalent) certificate.
The Scholarship is for studies in selected Singapore schools from Secondary Three to Pre-University Two and is renewed annually, subject to the satisfactory performance of the scholar.
Students from the Union of Myanmar are nominated by the Myanmar Ministry of Education for the scholarships. Candidates who are not short-listed for the scholarships will be considered for the Merit Awards (Scholarization File).
Eligible candidates
Students must meet the following criteria to be nominated for the scholarship:
- Nationals of the Union of Myanmar
- Born between 1994 and 1996 in the year of nomination (2010)
- Completed at least Grade 9 and have done consistently well in school examinations
- Be proficient in English and have offered English Language as a subject at Grades 9 and 10
Important Dates
Any dates given below are tentative and are subject to changes.
Activity Date
Selection Test and Interview Dates August
Award of Scholarship September
Arrival of Scholar in Singapore October
Candidates short-listed for the selection test/interview will be notified a week before the selection test/interview dates. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified.
Where to obtain application forms during the application period
For enquiries on scholarship applications, please contact the Myanmar Ministry of Education.
Test and Interview City
The selection tests and interviews will be conducted in Yangon.
Applications for the 2011 ASEAN Scholarships for Myanmar are now open, and will close on 1 June 2010.
Terms and Conditions
1.Allowance of S$2,200 (Secondary) / S$2,400 (Pre-university) per annum with hostel accommodation
2.Settling-in allowance of S$400 (once only)
3.Economy class air passage to Singapore and back to home country upon completion of scholarship term
4.Waiver of school fees (excluding miscellaneous fees)
5.Waiver of GCE ‘O’ and ‘A’ Level (or equivalent) examination fees (once only, if applicable)
6.Subsidised medical benefits and accident insurance cover
7.Bridging course
8.There is no bond attached to the scholarship
Contact us
Ministry of Education, Singapore
1 North Buona Vista Drive
Singapore 138675
Tel: +65 68722220
Fax: +65 67755826
contact@moe.edu.sg
The ASEAN Scholarships for Myanmar is tenable for 4 years leading to the award of the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education ‘Advanced’ (GCE ‘A’) Level (or equivalent) certificate.
The Scholarship is for studies in selected Singapore schools from Secondary Three to Pre-University Two and is renewed annually, subject to the satisfactory performance of the scholar.
Students from the Union of Myanmar are nominated by the Myanmar Ministry of Education for the scholarships. Candidates who are not short-listed for the scholarships will be considered for the Merit Awards (Scholarization File).
Eligible candidates
Students must meet the following criteria to be nominated for the scholarship:
- Nationals of the Union of Myanmar
- Born between 1994 and 1996 in the year of nomination (2010)
- Completed at least Grade 9 and have done consistently well in school examinations
- Be proficient in English and have offered English Language as a subject at Grades 9 and 10
Important Dates
Any dates given below are tentative and are subject to changes.
Activity Date
Selection Test and Interview Dates August
Award of Scholarship September
Arrival of Scholar in Singapore October
Candidates short-listed for the selection test/interview will be notified a week before the selection test/interview dates. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified.
Where to obtain application forms during the application period
For enquiries on scholarship applications, please contact the Myanmar Ministry of Education.
Test and Interview City
The selection tests and interviews will be conducted in Yangon.
Applications for the 2011 ASEAN Scholarships for Myanmar are now open, and will close on 1 June 2010.
Terms and Conditions
1.Allowance of S$2,200 (Secondary) / S$2,400 (Pre-university) per annum with hostel accommodation
2.Settling-in allowance of S$400 (once only)
3.Economy class air passage to Singapore and back to home country upon completion of scholarship term
4.Waiver of school fees (excluding miscellaneous fees)
5.Waiver of GCE ‘O’ and ‘A’ Level (or equivalent) examination fees (once only, if applicable)
6.Subsidised medical benefits and accident insurance cover
7.Bridging course
8.There is no bond attached to the scholarship
Contact us
Ministry of Education, Singapore
1 North Buona Vista Drive
Singapore 138675
Tel: +65 68722220
Fax: +65 67755826
contact@moe.edu.sg
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
OFID SCHOLARSHIP AWARD 2010/11
OFID SCHOLARSHIP AWARD 2010/11
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS The application deadline is June 4, 2010. Please do not call or email OFID to see if your application has been received (you will, in any case, receive an automated confirmation) or to inquire about your status. Only the winner will be notified by June 14 via our website at www.ofid.org.
OFID (The OPEC Fund for International Development) is pleased to announce that qualified applicants who have obtained or are on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree and who wish to study for a Master's degree are welcome to apply for the OFID Scholarship 2010/2011. The OFID scholarship will be awarded to support one student or candidate for Master’s degree studies. The applicant may be from any developing country, and he/she must first obtain admission to pursue a Master's degree studies in a relevant field of development, in any recognized university/college in the world. Through its scholarship scheme, OFID aims to help highly motivated, highly-driven individuals overcome one of the biggest challenges to their careers – the cost of graduate studies. The winner of the OFID Scholarship Award will receive a scholarship of up to US$100,000. The funds will be spread over a maximum of two years, toward the completion of a Master’s degree, or its equivalent, at an accredited educational institution, starting in the autumn of the academic year 2010/2011.
» Application Guidelines
» Eligibility Criteria
» Disbursement of the Scholarship Fund
» Required documents
» Eligible Countries
Application Guidelines
STEP 1: Ensure that you fulfill the OFID Scholarship Award Eligibility Criteria.
STEP 2: Register within the OFID Scholarship Portal by using your email address. Please note you can log into the portal as many times as required.
STEP 3: Fill out the application form. Make sure to save data each time you update your application. Once you are logged in, if the page remains inactive for more than two hours, your session will time-out and you may lose unsaved data. Do not submit your application until you have completed the entire application process!
STEP 4: Upload necessary documents; CV, two recommendation letters, Bachelor's certificate/transcript, acceptance letter into postgraduate program and essay.
STEP 5: When your application is complete, and all additional documents are uploaded, your application is ready to be submitted. As mentioned previously, once your application is submitted, you can no longer make any changes or upload any more documents.
The application deadline is June 4, 2010. Please do not call or email OFID to see if your application has been received (you will, in any case, receive an automated confirmation) or to inquire about your status. Only the winner will be notified by June 14 via our website at www.ofid.org.
I. Eligibility
* Must be between the ages of 23-32 at the time of submitting his/her application.
* Must have obtained or be on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree with a Baccalaureate from an accredited college/university, or its equivalent.
* Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 rating system, or its equivalent.
* Must be matriculated at an accredited university for the upcoming academic year starting August/September 2010, and must maintain full-time status for the duration of the Master's Degree.
* Must be a national of a developing country (please see list of eligible countries below)
* Must select a subject of study that pertains to OFID’s core mission, such as: economics of development (poverty reduction, energy and sustainable development), environment (desertification), or other related science and technology fields.
PLEASE NOTE: Kindly read ALL of the directions below before proceeding with the application process:
1. Applicants are responsible for gathering and submitting all necessary information. Applications will be evaluated based on the information provided. Therefore, all questions should be answered as thoroughly as possible. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Once an application has been submitted, no changes will be allowed on it.
2. OFID will not consider applications received through a third party.
3. Please do not call or email OFID to ask if your application has been received, or to inquire about your status.
4. Please note that only the winner will be notified.
5. All materials submitted become the property of OFID and will not be returned to the applicant.
6. Applicants must complete the on-line application.
7. Within the on-line application, applicants must upload the required documents as listed below in Section III. All materials including the on-line application, recommendations, and other required information must be received no later than June 4, 2010.
II. Disbursement of the Scholarship Fund
The terms and conditions of payment will be determined in coordination with the student upon his/her selection in accordance with the following guidelines:
1. The tuition fees, including any supplementary examination fees, as may be required by the academic institution, will be paid by OFID directly to the academic institution. Health insurance will be paid in accordance with the institution’s own standard medical scheme.
2. A monthly allowance to cover living expenses, books and accommodation, will be transferred to the student’s own personal bank account on a quarterly basis.
3. Prior to the start of his/her first year studies, the student will be paid a relocation grant, equal to two-month allowance. OFID will also pay for travel costs from the nearest airport to the student’s place of residence, to the nearest airport to the chosen place of study. Upon completion of the studies, the student will be paid the cost of one-way air ticket to his/her home country.
III. Required documents
1. A completed on-line application form.
2. A scanned copy of the last university degree or certificate.
3. A scanned letter of acceptance from your chosen educational institution, confirming your admission, subject of study and duration of the Master’s degree program (must not exceed a maximum of two years).
4. A proof of meeting any prerequisites, including language proficiency.
5. A short essay – of about 500 words in English – giving reasons for applying for the OFID scholarship, explaining your educational goals, and clearly describing how you will use the experience gained from your Master's degree studies to help in the development of your home country.
6. Two letters of recommendation from professors and/or lecturers at applicant's present university.
7. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Eligible Countries
* In addition to nationals of OFID Member States (Algeria, Gabon, Indonesia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, GSP Libyan AJ, Nigeria, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Venezuela), nationals of the following countries are also eligible:
Africa: Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burundi, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Chad, Central African Republic, Comoros, Congo DR , Republic of Congo, Cote d'lvoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Rwanda, São Tomé & Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Asia and the Middle East: Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Bhutan, Cambodia, Fiji, India, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Korea D P R, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao PDR, Lebanon, Maldives, Moldova, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Syria, Tajikistan, Thailand, Tonga, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen
Latin America and the Caribbean: Antigua Barbuda, Belize, Barbados, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Grenada, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guyana, Haiti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Peru, Panama, St. Christopher, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Uruguay
Europe: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS The application deadline is June 4, 2010. Please do not call or email OFID to see if your application has been received (you will, in any case, receive an automated confirmation) or to inquire about your status. Only the winner will be notified by June 14 via our website at www.ofid.org.
OFID (The OPEC Fund for International Development) is pleased to announce that qualified applicants who have obtained or are on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree and who wish to study for a Master's degree are welcome to apply for the OFID Scholarship 2010/2011. The OFID scholarship will be awarded to support one student or candidate for Master’s degree studies. The applicant may be from any developing country, and he/she must first obtain admission to pursue a Master's degree studies in a relevant field of development, in any recognized university/college in the world. Through its scholarship scheme, OFID aims to help highly motivated, highly-driven individuals overcome one of the biggest challenges to their careers – the cost of graduate studies. The winner of the OFID Scholarship Award will receive a scholarship of up to US$100,000. The funds will be spread over a maximum of two years, toward the completion of a Master’s degree, or its equivalent, at an accredited educational institution, starting in the autumn of the academic year 2010/2011.
» Application Guidelines
» Eligibility Criteria
» Disbursement of the Scholarship Fund
» Required documents
» Eligible Countries
Application Guidelines
STEP 1: Ensure that you fulfill the OFID Scholarship Award Eligibility Criteria.
STEP 2: Register within the OFID Scholarship Portal by using your email address. Please note you can log into the portal as many times as required.
STEP 3: Fill out the application form. Make sure to save data each time you update your application. Once you are logged in, if the page remains inactive for more than two hours, your session will time-out and you may lose unsaved data. Do not submit your application until you have completed the entire application process!
STEP 4: Upload necessary documents; CV, two recommendation letters, Bachelor's certificate/transcript, acceptance letter into postgraduate program and essay.
STEP 5: When your application is complete, and all additional documents are uploaded, your application is ready to be submitted. As mentioned previously, once your application is submitted, you can no longer make any changes or upload any more documents.
The application deadline is June 4, 2010. Please do not call or email OFID to see if your application has been received (you will, in any case, receive an automated confirmation) or to inquire about your status. Only the winner will be notified by June 14 via our website at www.ofid.org.
I. Eligibility
* Must be between the ages of 23-32 at the time of submitting his/her application.
* Must have obtained or be on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree with a Baccalaureate from an accredited college/university, or its equivalent.
* Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 rating system, or its equivalent.
* Must be matriculated at an accredited university for the upcoming academic year starting August/September 2010, and must maintain full-time status for the duration of the Master's Degree.
* Must be a national of a developing country (please see list of eligible countries below)
* Must select a subject of study that pertains to OFID’s core mission, such as: economics of development (poverty reduction, energy and sustainable development), environment (desertification), or other related science and technology fields.
PLEASE NOTE: Kindly read ALL of the directions below before proceeding with the application process:
1. Applicants are responsible for gathering and submitting all necessary information. Applications will be evaluated based on the information provided. Therefore, all questions should be answered as thoroughly as possible. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Once an application has been submitted, no changes will be allowed on it.
2. OFID will not consider applications received through a third party.
3. Please do not call or email OFID to ask if your application has been received, or to inquire about your status.
4. Please note that only the winner will be notified.
5. All materials submitted become the property of OFID and will not be returned to the applicant.
6. Applicants must complete the on-line application.
7. Within the on-line application, applicants must upload the required documents as listed below in Section III. All materials including the on-line application, recommendations, and other required information must be received no later than June 4, 2010.
II. Disbursement of the Scholarship Fund
The terms and conditions of payment will be determined in coordination with the student upon his/her selection in accordance with the following guidelines:
1. The tuition fees, including any supplementary examination fees, as may be required by the academic institution, will be paid by OFID directly to the academic institution. Health insurance will be paid in accordance with the institution’s own standard medical scheme.
2. A monthly allowance to cover living expenses, books and accommodation, will be transferred to the student’s own personal bank account on a quarterly basis.
3. Prior to the start of his/her first year studies, the student will be paid a relocation grant, equal to two-month allowance. OFID will also pay for travel costs from the nearest airport to the student’s place of residence, to the nearest airport to the chosen place of study. Upon completion of the studies, the student will be paid the cost of one-way air ticket to his/her home country.
III. Required documents
1. A completed on-line application form.
2. A scanned copy of the last university degree or certificate.
3. A scanned letter of acceptance from your chosen educational institution, confirming your admission, subject of study and duration of the Master’s degree program (must not exceed a maximum of two years).
4. A proof of meeting any prerequisites, including language proficiency.
5. A short essay – of about 500 words in English – giving reasons for applying for the OFID scholarship, explaining your educational goals, and clearly describing how you will use the experience gained from your Master's degree studies to help in the development of your home country.
6. Two letters of recommendation from professors and/or lecturers at applicant's present university.
7. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Eligible Countries
* In addition to nationals of OFID Member States (Algeria, Gabon, Indonesia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, GSP Libyan AJ, Nigeria, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Venezuela), nationals of the following countries are also eligible:
Africa: Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burundi, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Chad, Central African Republic, Comoros, Congo DR , Republic of Congo, Cote d'lvoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Rwanda, São Tomé & Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Asia and the Middle East: Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Bhutan, Cambodia, Fiji, India, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Korea D P R, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao PDR, Lebanon, Maldives, Moldova, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Syria, Tajikistan, Thailand, Tonga, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen
Latin America and the Caribbean: Antigua Barbuda, Belize, Barbados, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Grenada, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guyana, Haiti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Peru, Panama, St. Christopher, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Uruguay
Europe: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo
Monday, May 17, 2010
Scholarships at University of Adelaide
*Scholarships at University of Adelaide*
Each year the University of Adelaide has a Major International Scholarship
Round of applications. This is the most effective way to maximise the
chances of obtaining an international research scholarship as international
students will be considered for every available scholarship for which they
are eligible. Up to 44 scholarships are usually offered as part of this
Round each year.
Postgraduate Research scholarships for applicants who wish to undertake
study in a Masters or Doctorate degree by research, and for students already
in candidature. Students must be in full-time candidature in order to be
eligible for most scholarships.
Readmore:
http://cambodiajobs.blogspot.com/2010/05/scholarships-at-university-of-adelaide.html
Each year the University of Adelaide has a Major International Scholarship
Round of applications. This is the most effective way to maximise the
chances of obtaining an international research scholarship as international
students will be considered for every available scholarship for which they
are eligible. Up to 44 scholarships are usually offered as part of this
Round each year.
Postgraduate Research scholarships for applicants who wish to undertake
study in a Masters or Doctorate degree by research, and for students already
in candidature. Students must be in full-time candidature in order to be
eligible for most scholarships.
Readmore:
http://cambodiajobs.blogspot.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
UN World Commission on Dams should Immediately Act on Dams and bomb blast issues in Kachin State
(Photo: four Chineses died and 12 injuried in bomb blast at their Mytsone Dam construction office.)The KNG reported that hundreds of villagers near the Myitsone Dam project have been arrested by the SPDC due to the suspicious on recent bomb blasts at the dam construction site.
This is indeed war between citizens and the dictatorship SPDC regime. Homes, farmlands and their historical homelands inherited from their ancestors have been threatened and forced to abandon by this Tyranny regime. Despite strong peaceful opposition, SPDC ignored and began to destroy their homes and lands by building 7 dams. How cruel and aggressive the SPDC is. Citizens have no choice, but to demonstrate by blasting at the dam. Now all villagers have been investigated and a hundred have been arrested. Indeed it is the war between the oppressed citizens and the dictatorship ruler SPDC.
This issue is totally related to UN's World Commission on Dams and UNESCO. But there is no response and no voice from the UNWCD and UNESCO. What is the reason of having these UN agencies? What the hell are you doing by sitting at sofa chairs in air-corn room? When will we, this world, speak about true human rights and justice?
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Future flag for the Union of Burma
Current Flag and SPDC proposed flag
Flag is a symbol of a country. This symbol must reflect good meaning to the country and its people. Nowadays the flag of Burma neither give good meaning nor reflect its people. Designing of States and Divisions also made complicated when there is no Bama ethnic named state and Bama occupied 7 divisions. This made the theory of union of Burma to become unclear and has created inequality among ethnic nationals and states. These are symbolic problems of a country which should be carefully and politically addressed. These formation of states and flag show Burma political problem start right from the beginning.
These are my designs for future flag of the Union of Burma. Eight stars represent Burma's eight states; Kachin, Karenni, Karen, Chin, Mon, Bama, Arakan, Shan. According to my design, instead of having 7 division in central Burma, Bama ethnic will have to form a Bama State to enter the union country, and to illustrate equality among states.
So our country will have a total of 8 states. Eight States will form a union country. Bama and Shan states can have sub-states or divisions it is up to people there.
Among these, i like the last one with three colors background; yellow = wisdom, blue = good morality, red = brave and a Burma map surrounded by 8 stars :) Please have a look at these designs, Let me know what you think!!
Flag is a symbol of a country. This symbol must reflect good meaning to the country and its people. Nowadays the flag of Burma neither give good meaning nor reflect its people. Designing of States and Divisions also made complicated when there is no Bama ethnic named state and Bama occupied 7 divisions. This made the theory of union of Burma to become unclear and has created inequality among ethnic nationals and states. These are symbolic problems of a country which should be carefully and politically addressed. These formation of states and flag show Burma political problem start right from the beginning.
These are my designs for future flag of the Union of Burma. Eight stars represent Burma's eight states; Kachin, Karenni, Karen, Chin, Mon, Bama, Arakan, Shan. According to my design, instead of having 7 division in central Burma, Bama ethnic will have to form a Bama State to enter the union country, and to illustrate equality among states.
So our country will have a total of 8 states. Eight States will form a union country. Bama and Shan states can have sub-states or divisions it is up to people there.
Among these, i like the last one with three colors background; yellow = wisdom, blue = good morality, red = brave and a Burma map surrounded by 8 stars :) Please have a look at these designs, Let me know what you think!!
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Mung Masa galaw ai ni Mung Masha a gawng malai tai ga
KDA Slg Mahtu Naw, NDA-K Slg Zahkung Ting Yin aq mungmasa hkrun lam hpe kasi yu nna hkan galaw ga she nga yang gaw, wunpawng myu sha ni a mungmasa gaw, galoi ma, federal democracy, self determination lu sana n’re. Myen Myen the pawng, myen jaw mata ai lahpaw mata sha n’na, n’na, Kachin people a matu mungmasa tsun shaga galaw na malap nga sai.
N’hkru n’kaja ai mung masha hpe zing ri ai Myen Military Dictatorship hpe si nat hpai rawt malan ai nga n'na, mungmasha hpe gawng malai tsun shaga ai lam n'nga, tinang uhpung kata mung, democracy ladat hte uphkang ai n'mu lu. Daini na uhpung makau mi Kachin hte Burmese military ngu ai mying shai hta lai n'na, akyang lai len gaw, Myen a dictatorship akyang lailen she, dagraw lang nga ai ni lawm nga ga ai.
Mung masa galaw ai ngu gaw, mungmasha ra sharawng ai hpe, gawng malai tai n’na, tsun shaga ya ai lam re. Rawt malan ngu ai gaw, bawngban n’mai ai hpe, bawngban (compromise) galaw na matu, si nat hpai n'na gau lau ai lam re.
Mungmasa ngu ai gaw pungdung nga ra ai. Political compromise galaw na matu gaw, political stand nga ra ai. Compromise galaw ai shaloi e, amyu aq matu hpang jahtum e maigan amyu ni hpe jaw kau n’mai ai lam ni nga nga ai.
Daini na KDA, NDA-K ni aq mung masa pandung gaw hpa rai ta? Federal democracy and self-determination re I, n’re i? asan sha tsun marit. N’re ai nga jang gaw, myen rawt malan ni galaw nga ai democracy lu na matu re i?
Ngai maram yu ai daram gaw, KDA, NDA-K uhpung ni galaw nga ai gaw, federal democracy and self-determination lu na matu, pandung n’rai sai ngu, mu lu ai. Laga ni gara hku mu ma ai kun? Ndai federal democracy pundung n’re nga yang, hpa baw pandung re ta?
Dai ni na ten hta Rawt malan uhpung law law nga nga ai. Myen galaw ai the Kachin ni galaw ai mungmasa gaw “common interest” = democracy bung tim mung, pandung naw shai nga ai. Panlong Agreement kaw gawgap da ai, bawsang myu ningbaw ni jawm n’na up ai “Federal Union of Burma” gaw U Nu, Ne Win hte Than Shwe aq majaw, majority Myen ni up ai hkrai mungup tai ai masa de du nga sai. SPDC gaw labau hpe gram kau n’na, mungdan ting hpe, myen a up hkang ai npu de bang kau sai.
Colonial prat kaw n’na, 19947 du hkra gaw, British hpe kadai mung kadai chye ai hku gumlang ai kaw n’na, 1947 (Panglong Agreement) kawn 1960 du hkra gaw, “federal union of Burma” federal government hku n’na up ai aten ladaw re. 1960 kawn daini 2010 de gaw myen ni kam ai hku up sha nga sai. Ndai 1960-2010 ten hpe gaw Bama-lu-myo-gyi-wa-da, kaup sha mat wa ai ten rai nga ai. Myen makau mi gaw Myen aq power/influence grau kaba wa ai majaw kabu nga ai.
Daini na Myen rawt malan ni galaw nga ai mung, Bama-lu-myo-gyi-wa-da hpe hkap la da ai ni gaw, “dictatorship system” hpe “democracy system” install galaw na matu sha rai n’na, ethnic issue hpe n’tsun jahta kam nga ai.
Raitim daini na ten tha, hpaji chye ai ni law malang gaw, ethnic issue + “federal democracy” ra nan ai hpe, chye na ai ni law wa sai. Ngu mayu ai gaw, Myen rawt malan the Kachin rawt malan shai ai lam hpe tsun mayu ai re. Anhte gaw hkrat sum mat ai, amyu sha langai mi aq mung masa ahkaw ahkang hpe, bai lu na matu, gasat nga ai re. Amyu kaba langai rai nga ai Kachin people ngu ai, the Kachin State ngu ai hta, shanu nga ai, mung masha ni aq gam maka hpe, Yangon/Naypyidaw kaw na ningbaw ni dawdan ya na matu, n’re sha, anhte hkrai anhte wang lu wang lang, daw dan hparan lu na matu rai nga ai.
Daini na mungmasa mying gun nga ai ni, hpa baw pandung hpe tawn da n’na, gara policy hta, hkawm sa nga ma ai kun? Madung gaw KDA, NDA-K zawn re uHpung ni hpe san mayu ai. Rawt malan pandung bung ai ni rai ga yang gaw, uhpung mying n’bung ga tim, Kachin gabaw kap ai zuhpung ni hta dung lawm n’na, mahtai jawm tam ra ai. Kata kaw na ningbaw nit sun dan ai daram nga yang gaw, WMR zuphpawng zawn re, the laga mungmasa zuphpawng hta mung, Myen n’ra ai majaw nga n’na, zuphpawng hta pi, n’dung lawm nga sai hpe, na lu ai.
Sut masa, mungmasa, hpa lam hta tim, compromise galaw yang, “trade-off” lahkawng maga ape-ayu (Burmese word) ngu ai nga ai re. Anhte myen tsun ai majaw, jaw kau ai, ma ma hkra rai sai. Daini KDA, NDA-K mying ngu ai pi, n’nga mat, hpyen dap ni hpe mung, myen hpyen la the gayau kau hkra, rai sia. Hpa nan n’nga sai. Myen hpyi ai hpe ma hkra Dut ya kau sai. Kachin mying mying ai uphpung mying du hkra, shalawm kau sai.
Dai ni anhte myen maga na, hpa lu na aq ta? Compromise galaw ai re gaw, Kachin interest hpa lu galaw la sata? Mahtai gaw asan sha rai nga ai, sut masa ahkaw ahkang hte, tinang nga pyaw na lam, hpe, madung (priority) tawn kau saga ai.
Rawt malan ngu ai gaw mung masa galaw ai re majaw, compromise galwa yang mung, mungmasa ahkaw ahkang hpe galaw ra na malai, sut masa ahkaw ahkang the galai kau ai gaw, yawn hpa rai nga ai.
Anhte wunpawng myu sha ni rawt galu kaba na matu gaw, dictatorship system hpe democracy hte galai jai lang ra ai. Democracy gaw majority rule re. Union of Burma kaw lawm ga ai majaw, Kachin State hte wunpawng myu ni a matu, Myen majority ni up sha ai kaw n’na makap maga lawt lu na matu, federal democracy system the makawp maga ra ai. Federal democracy system lang ai majaw, myen akyu ara sum na lam hpa n’nga ai. Dai majaw myen mung hkap la ra ai.
Amyu baw sang langai the langai dip rip upsha ai zawn bai n’rai na matu the, amyu langai the langai harmoniously and peacefully rau nga pra sa lu na matu, dai hpe gurantee galaw ya lu ai system (federal democracy) hte tara ramra ai lam hpe makawp maga na matu rai nga ai.
Dani ,tara ram ra lam n’nga ai hpe chye nga ninglen, hka yawng n’yawng ntai na ahkyek nga ai. Mungmasha gawng malai hpe tsun shaga ya ai uhpung ni nga ra nga ai. Mungmasa galaw ai ngu ai hta, goal and belief ngu ai nga ra nga ai re.
Shan chyang ningbaw Martin Luther King gaw “I have a dream” of black men as well as white men would be guaranteed the "unalienable Rights" of "Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness” ngu n’na pandung hpe asan sha tawn, kam mung kam let, woi shakut wa ai re.
Shanchyang ni gaw mayam prat kaw n’na, daini Obama zawn ni pi President tai nga sai re. Wunpawng myu sha ni rawt malan galaw nga ai gaw, laksan duwa ni uphkang ai mungdan kawn, federal union, sum mat ai ahkaw ahkang hpe, bai lu la na matu, rawt malan galaw nga ai re. Shan Chyang ni gaw, mayam kaw n’na, maren mara tai lu hkra, shakut ai. Kachin ni gaw, generation langai the langai, grau grau n’na, mung masa ahkaw hkang ni hpe, hkrat sum ma wa nga ai.
Panglong Agreement prat hta, “federal democracy.” UNu, NeWin prat hta, federal democracy sum mat ai majaw, 1960s hta federal democracy bail u na matu, rawt malan ai. Daini 21st century na rawt malan uphpung ni, myen ni n’na ra ai majaw, nga n’na, “federal democracy” ngu ai gahkum pi, n’gwi tsun shapraw nga sai.
Anhte Wunpawng amyu ni gara de du wa nga sata? Myen byin ai majaw re i? Kachin ningbaw ni hpyang ai majaw re i? Ndai hku ngu yang, ningbaw ni na ra na n’re majaw, Kachin ningbaw ni mung gaw grai shakut sai, raitim Myen hpyen ningbaw ni grau byin ai majaw, ngu ga le i. Hpa mi rai rai, daini anhte wunpawng ni ra nga ai mung masa pungdung gaw hpa re, ngu hpe, tsun shaga nga na ra nga ai re. Pungdung n’du, n’awng dang shi yang gaw, pandung hte lam yit wa shangun na, myen aq policy ni hta, n’kadawng bang na mung ahkyak nga ai. N’tara ai hpe chye nga ninglen, tara n’nang ai ni aq hpawng de ai de mung, n’dung lawm na, ahkyak nga ai.
Mung masha the mung masa uhpung ni, n’sen langai sha rai na, ahkyak nga ai. Mung masha sha anga dingsa, mung masa mung nga nga na re. People is power. Grau n’na ahkyak ai gaw, mungmasa uhpung ni, mung masha aq interest hpe tsun shaga, galaw nga na, ahkyak nga ai.
N’hkru n’kaja ai mung masha hpe zing ri ai Myen Military Dictatorship hpe si nat hpai rawt malan ai nga n'na, mungmasha hpe gawng malai tsun shaga ai lam n'nga, tinang uhpung kata mung, democracy ladat hte uphkang ai n'mu lu. Daini na uhpung makau mi Kachin hte Burmese military ngu ai mying shai hta lai n'na, akyang lai len gaw, Myen a dictatorship akyang lailen she, dagraw lang nga ai ni lawm nga ga ai.
Mung masa galaw ai ngu gaw, mungmasha ra sharawng ai hpe, gawng malai tai n’na, tsun shaga ya ai lam re. Rawt malan ngu ai gaw, bawngban n’mai ai hpe, bawngban (compromise) galaw na matu, si nat hpai n'na gau lau ai lam re.
Mungmasa ngu ai gaw pungdung nga ra ai. Political compromise galaw na matu gaw, political stand nga ra ai. Compromise galaw ai shaloi e, amyu aq matu hpang jahtum e maigan amyu ni hpe jaw kau n’mai ai lam ni nga nga ai.
Daini na KDA, NDA-K ni aq mung masa pandung gaw hpa rai ta? Federal democracy and self-determination re I, n’re i? asan sha tsun marit. N’re ai nga jang gaw, myen rawt malan ni galaw nga ai democracy lu na matu re i?
Ngai maram yu ai daram gaw, KDA, NDA-K uhpung ni galaw nga ai gaw, federal democracy and self-determination lu na matu, pandung n’rai sai ngu, mu lu ai. Laga ni gara hku mu ma ai kun? Ndai federal democracy pundung n’re nga yang, hpa baw pandung re ta?
Dai ni na ten hta Rawt malan uhpung law law nga nga ai. Myen galaw ai the Kachin ni galaw ai mungmasa gaw “common interest” = democracy bung tim mung, pandung naw shai nga ai. Panlong Agreement kaw gawgap da ai, bawsang myu ningbaw ni jawm n’na up ai “Federal Union of Burma” gaw U Nu, Ne Win hte Than Shwe aq majaw, majority Myen ni up ai hkrai mungup tai ai masa de du nga sai. SPDC gaw labau hpe gram kau n’na, mungdan ting hpe, myen a up hkang ai npu de bang kau sai.
Colonial prat kaw n’na, 19947 du hkra gaw, British hpe kadai mung kadai chye ai hku gumlang ai kaw n’na, 1947 (Panglong Agreement) kawn 1960 du hkra gaw, “federal union of Burma” federal government hku n’na up ai aten ladaw re. 1960 kawn daini 2010 de gaw myen ni kam ai hku up sha nga sai. Ndai 1960-2010 ten hpe gaw Bama-lu-myo-gyi-wa-da, kaup sha mat wa ai ten rai nga ai. Myen makau mi gaw Myen aq power/influence grau kaba wa ai majaw kabu nga ai.
Daini na Myen rawt malan ni galaw nga ai mung, Bama-lu-myo-gyi-wa-da hpe hkap la da ai ni gaw, “dictatorship system” hpe “democracy system” install galaw na matu sha rai n’na, ethnic issue hpe n’tsun jahta kam nga ai.
Raitim daini na ten tha, hpaji chye ai ni law malang gaw, ethnic issue + “federal democracy” ra nan ai hpe, chye na ai ni law wa sai. Ngu mayu ai gaw, Myen rawt malan the Kachin rawt malan shai ai lam hpe tsun mayu ai re. Anhte gaw hkrat sum mat ai, amyu sha langai mi aq mung masa ahkaw ahkang hpe, bai lu na matu, gasat nga ai re. Amyu kaba langai rai nga ai Kachin people ngu ai, the Kachin State ngu ai hta, shanu nga ai, mung masha ni aq gam maka hpe, Yangon/Naypyidaw kaw na ningbaw ni dawdan ya na matu, n’re sha, anhte hkrai anhte wang lu wang lang, daw dan hparan lu na matu rai nga ai.
Daini na mungmasa mying gun nga ai ni, hpa baw pandung hpe tawn da n’na, gara policy hta, hkawm sa nga ma ai kun? Madung gaw KDA, NDA-K zawn re uHpung ni hpe san mayu ai. Rawt malan pandung bung ai ni rai ga yang gaw, uhpung mying n’bung ga tim, Kachin gabaw kap ai zuhpung ni hta dung lawm n’na, mahtai jawm tam ra ai. Kata kaw na ningbaw nit sun dan ai daram nga yang gaw, WMR zuphpawng zawn re, the laga mungmasa zuphpawng hta mung, Myen n’ra ai majaw nga n’na, zuphpawng hta pi, n’dung lawm nga sai hpe, na lu ai.
Sut masa, mungmasa, hpa lam hta tim, compromise galaw yang, “trade-off” lahkawng maga ape-ayu (Burmese word) ngu ai nga ai re. Anhte myen tsun ai majaw, jaw kau ai, ma ma hkra rai sai. Daini KDA, NDA-K mying ngu ai pi, n’nga mat, hpyen dap ni hpe mung, myen hpyen la the gayau kau hkra, rai sia. Hpa nan n’nga sai. Myen hpyi ai hpe ma hkra Dut ya kau sai. Kachin mying mying ai uphpung mying du hkra, shalawm kau sai.
Dai ni anhte myen maga na, hpa lu na aq ta? Compromise galaw ai re gaw, Kachin interest hpa lu galaw la sata? Mahtai gaw asan sha rai nga ai, sut masa ahkaw ahkang hte, tinang nga pyaw na lam, hpe, madung (priority) tawn kau saga ai.
Rawt malan ngu ai gaw mung masa galaw ai re majaw, compromise galwa yang mung, mungmasa ahkaw ahkang hpe galaw ra na malai, sut masa ahkaw ahkang the galai kau ai gaw, yawn hpa rai nga ai.
Anhte wunpawng myu sha ni rawt galu kaba na matu gaw, dictatorship system hpe democracy hte galai jai lang ra ai. Democracy gaw majority rule re. Union of Burma kaw lawm ga ai majaw, Kachin State hte wunpawng myu ni a matu, Myen majority ni up sha ai kaw n’na makap maga lawt lu na matu, federal democracy system the makawp maga ra ai. Federal democracy system lang ai majaw, myen akyu ara sum na lam hpa n’nga ai. Dai majaw myen mung hkap la ra ai.
Amyu baw sang langai the langai dip rip upsha ai zawn bai n’rai na matu the, amyu langai the langai harmoniously and peacefully rau nga pra sa lu na matu, dai hpe gurantee galaw ya lu ai system (federal democracy) hte tara ramra ai lam hpe makawp maga na matu rai nga ai.
Dani ,tara ram ra lam n’nga ai hpe chye nga ninglen, hka yawng n’yawng ntai na ahkyek nga ai. Mungmasha gawng malai hpe tsun shaga ya ai uhpung ni nga ra nga ai. Mungmasa galaw ai ngu ai hta, goal and belief ngu ai nga ra nga ai re.
Shan chyang ningbaw Martin Luther King gaw “I have a dream” of black men as well as white men would be guaranteed the "unalienable Rights" of "Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness” ngu n’na pandung hpe asan sha tawn, kam mung kam let, woi shakut wa ai re.
Shanchyang ni gaw mayam prat kaw n’na, daini Obama zawn ni pi President tai nga sai re. Wunpawng myu sha ni rawt malan galaw nga ai gaw, laksan duwa ni uphkang ai mungdan kawn, federal union, sum mat ai ahkaw ahkang hpe, bai lu la na matu, rawt malan galaw nga ai re. Shan Chyang ni gaw, mayam kaw n’na, maren mara tai lu hkra, shakut ai. Kachin ni gaw, generation langai the langai, grau grau n’na, mung masa ahkaw hkang ni hpe, hkrat sum ma wa nga ai.
Panglong Agreement prat hta, “federal democracy.” UNu, NeWin prat hta, federal democracy sum mat ai majaw, 1960s hta federal democracy bail u na matu, rawt malan ai. Daini 21st century na rawt malan uphpung ni, myen ni n’na ra ai majaw, nga n’na, “federal democracy” ngu ai gahkum pi, n’gwi tsun shapraw nga sai.
Anhte Wunpawng amyu ni gara de du wa nga sata? Myen byin ai majaw re i? Kachin ningbaw ni hpyang ai majaw re i? Ndai hku ngu yang, ningbaw ni na ra na n’re majaw, Kachin ningbaw ni mung gaw grai shakut sai, raitim Myen hpyen ningbaw ni grau byin ai majaw, ngu ga le i. Hpa mi rai rai, daini anhte wunpawng ni ra nga ai mung masa pungdung gaw hpa re, ngu hpe, tsun shaga nga na ra nga ai re. Pungdung n’du, n’awng dang shi yang gaw, pandung hte lam yit wa shangun na, myen aq policy ni hta, n’kadawng bang na mung ahkyak nga ai. N’tara ai hpe chye nga ninglen, tara n’nang ai ni aq hpawng de ai de mung, n’dung lawm na, ahkyak nga ai.
Mung masha the mung masa uhpung ni, n’sen langai sha rai na, ahkyak nga ai. Mung masha sha anga dingsa, mung masa mung nga nga na re. People is power. Grau n’na ahkyak ai gaw, mungmasa uhpung ni, mung masha aq interest hpe tsun shaga, galaw nga na, ahkyak nga ai.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Mung Masa hta Mam Ting ai Ni
Ndai bat DKBA ningbaw 1 rai nga ai Col Chit Thu gaw Myawaddy kaw Singapore-Engineer she shap hkra rai, grai hkyik hkam ai n'ta langai mi, gap nna, n'shawn shang poi hpe March 24 kawn 26 ya du hkra galaw nga ai lam na chye lu ai. Rawt malan ningbaw ni, rawt malan galaw ai grai awng dang nga ma ai le i. Mung masa galai shai na (political change) matu, self-determination rights aq matu, nga na rawt malan woi galaw ai ni wa, Political situation gaw n'galai shai ai, ningbaw ni aq n'ta jawm gaw, grai shai wa nga ai.
Mung masha ni daini tam daini sha na lu sha pi yak nga ten, Laiwa sai shaning hta, Than Shwe aq shayi sha hpumdim Thandar Shwe aq Hkungran Poi hta, gumhpraw US$ Wan kaba ma n'na, galaw ai shiga mung na lu saga ai. Ndai zawn re myen hpyen ningbaw ni gaw, Mungkan aq n'hkru n'shawp dik ai ni ngu n'na, mungkan ting jahpoi ahpyak, mara shagun hkrum ai ni re.
Ya na shiga ni hku nga yang, Myenhpyen ningbaw hte bawsang amyu sha ningbaw ni mung, maren mara, Mungmasha ni shat hpa n'sha ai hpe mu nga ninglen, Mungdan hpe makawp maga na, myu tsaw myit amyu aq matu gasat na nga n'na, Wutdek n'ta rawng Ja gumhpraw mahkawng hpaga ga ai ni, nga nga ai hpe mu lu ai.
mungmasha hte amyu sha ningbaw ni, myit masin langai, hkum hkrang langai n're ai sha, mungmasa ningbaw ni gaw, Up hkang ai ni (ruling class), Jagumhpraw Lu su ai ni, mungmasa hpe mamting ai ni, lawm nga ga ai. Rawt malan n'awng dan ai reasons amyu myu nga ai kaw e, ndai baw myit jasat ni mung aq majaw mung rai nga ai. Kaja wa aq nawng shakut nga ai ni myu tsaw kaji kaba yawng aq matu mung, dingbai dingna lam ni rai nga ai.
Wunpawng myu sha ni hpe, myit masin hkum hkrang hte aq nawng daw jau nga ai ni hpe, hkungga jaw dat n'ngai.
Wunpawng myu sha ni kaw mung, hkungga gying ai ningbaw ni nga ai zawn, nhkungga gying ai ninbaw ni nga ga kun? Myit yu ga! Anhte Wunpawng myu sha ni kaw mung, Thandar Shwe, Chit Thu's shiga zawn re, shiga ni mawng lai wa sai. Ya Chit Thu zawn re ni mung lawm nga ga ai kun? Tinang hkum tinang myit yu ga!
Wunpawng myu sha ni hta, kachin mying gang n'na, mungmasa galaw ai nga mying gang n'na, mamting ai ni, n'nga u ga law. Nga yang, maroi n'ni, kaning gaw nchye di. Ndai hku ngu, shadum la hkat ai lam tsun yang, shatan ai, Ningbaw ni Lusu ai hpe manaw masham myit rawng ai nga na she, bai myit ma kun. ndai zawn myit ma ai rai yang gaw, Wunpawng myu sha ni rawt malan awng dan na, n'loi la nga ai.
Ndai laika ngau hte la kap ai Irrawaddy shiga Junta Ally Hosts Housewarming Party
Tang madun ai,
Dawng Hkawn Bum
Mung masha ni daini tam daini sha na lu sha pi yak nga ten, Laiwa sai shaning hta, Than Shwe aq shayi sha hpumdim Thandar Shwe aq Hkungran Poi hta, gumhpraw US$ Wan kaba ma n'na, galaw ai shiga mung na lu saga ai. Ndai zawn re myen hpyen ningbaw ni gaw, Mungkan aq n'hkru n'shawp dik ai ni ngu n'na, mungkan ting jahpoi ahpyak, mara shagun hkrum ai ni re.
Ya na shiga ni hku nga yang, Myenhpyen ningbaw hte bawsang amyu sha ningbaw ni mung, maren mara, Mungmasha ni shat hpa n'sha ai hpe mu nga ninglen, Mungdan hpe makawp maga na, myu tsaw myit amyu aq matu gasat na nga n'na, Wutdek n'ta rawng Ja gumhpraw mahkawng hpaga ga ai ni, nga nga ai hpe mu lu ai.
mungmasha hte amyu sha ningbaw ni, myit masin langai, hkum hkrang langai n're ai sha, mungmasa ningbaw ni gaw, Up hkang ai ni (ruling class), Jagumhpraw Lu su ai ni, mungmasa hpe mamting ai ni, lawm nga ga ai. Rawt malan n'awng dan ai reasons amyu myu nga ai kaw e, ndai baw myit jasat ni mung aq majaw mung rai nga ai. Kaja wa aq nawng shakut nga ai ni myu tsaw kaji kaba yawng aq matu mung, dingbai dingna lam ni rai nga ai.
Wunpawng myu sha ni hpe, myit masin hkum hkrang hte aq nawng daw jau nga ai ni hpe, hkungga jaw dat n'ngai.
Wunpawng myu sha ni kaw mung, hkungga gying ai ningbaw ni nga ai zawn, nhkungga gying ai ninbaw ni nga ga kun? Myit yu ga! Anhte Wunpawng myu sha ni kaw mung, Thandar Shwe, Chit Thu's shiga zawn re, shiga ni mawng lai wa sai. Ya Chit Thu zawn re ni mung lawm nga ga ai kun? Tinang hkum tinang myit yu ga!
Wunpawng myu sha ni hta, kachin mying gang n'na, mungmasa galaw ai nga mying gang n'na, mamting ai ni, n'nga u ga law. Nga yang, maroi n'ni, kaning gaw nchye di. Ndai hku ngu, shadum la hkat ai lam tsun yang, shatan ai, Ningbaw ni Lusu ai hpe manaw masham myit rawng ai nga na she, bai myit ma kun. ndai zawn myit ma ai rai yang gaw, Wunpawng myu sha ni rawt malan awng dan na, n'loi la nga ai.
Ndai laika ngau hte la kap ai Irrawaddy shiga Junta Ally Hosts Housewarming Party
Tang madun ai,
Dawng Hkawn Bum
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Monday, March 22, 2010
Who do not want self-determination?
Burmese junta's Brig-Gen Thein Zaw and PM Thein Sein in a recent visit to Kachin State claimed some ethnics in the State do not support for the KIO's demand for a self-determination state. It is not surprise to hear from SPDC who use "divide and rule" policy.
Let me ask Thein Zaw and Thein Sein, if you know 99% of Burma's population hate or dislike you and SPDC. No one like SPDC. 1 % who support SPDC are your elites, cronies and families members.
KIO's demand is not to dominate other ethnics like SPDC does. Self-determination is the universal rights guaranteed by the United Nations.
"Self-determination is the free choice of the people of a given territory or national grouping to determine their own political status and how they will be governed without undue influence from any other national or country."
A good example of self-determination state can be seen in many places within a federal country in the world including China. For instance, Hong Kong and Taiwan have their own governments and their own political systems even though they are part of China. While mainland China is a communist one party rule, Hong Kong and Taiwan practice democracy, multi-parties system.
Hong Kong is part of China but it is like a totally different country. Under “one country, two systems,” Hong Kong has its own political system, legal, military, economic and financial affairs, including commercial and cultural agreements with foreign countries, and enjoys "certain rights" in foreign affairs.
It is so ashamed and ridiculous that Thein Zaw and Thein Sein say some citizens do not want "self-determination." Kachins are not alone to reject the BGF plan. KIO simply can not accept the BGF plan because there is yet no political solution or human rights that represent Kachin people.
Let me make clear "we want self determination = a democratic state government that represent the entire population of kachin State (Kachin, Shan, Kala, Chinese, Shan Bama, etc.) In another word, we don't want the Napyidaw (or any nationals not from Kachin State) to dominate people in Kachin State. Neither do other ethnic states.
Thein Zaw and Thein Sein never read books and never try to understand the meaning of self-determination or federalism. Or are they simply fooling around. It is so ashamed that these stupid generals dare to make such claims.
Friday, March 19, 2010
East Timor Independence Day, 2002 -- Kofi Annan
Part of the opening ceremonies for East Timor's celebration of independence, as the country becomes a democracy. Kofi Annan, Secretary General of the United Nations, addresses the Timorese people.
If you are not familiar with the country's history, and you can make an hour in your schedule for it, we recommend watching Death of a Nation by David Munro -- available on YouTube -- to get a sense of what the Timorese people had gone through to reach this day. www.thecommunity.com
Monday, March 15, 2010
Fight for human rights is a legal fight for justice
Burmese regime thinks they don’t have to find a political solution if they have a stronger military. It is a wrong belief that the KIO and UWSA will surrender under any condition. Both sides will have intense casualties and the country will go back to intense war zone if the SPDC decides to fire.
Because KIO and UWSA have full support by the entire population of their own people and they are firmly founded on the political goal which is to restore “self-autonomy” or “federal democracy.” Besides the full support of their people, these ethnic groups are recognized by international community as legitimate organizations representation their people and fighting for justice and human rights. Not like the SPDC who illegally seizes the power of citizens of Burma.
No citizen like SPDC. But all Kachin and Wa population support the KIO and UWSA to fight if necessary. The citizens are on the KIO and UWSA side, but not the SPDC.
Perhaps the war will lead all ethnic armed groups to unite and to reinforce in fighting against the central regime.
All ethnic have learnt a good lesson from history and the oppressive rule of the SPDC. This time, if the regime provokes a war, maybe an opportunity to attack together the common enemy which is the SPDC who ignores the demand of 55 million people for a genuine democratic change. I am convinced that this war will not be an easy one but lots of consequence. Maybe this will lead to the downfall of the dictatorship regime.
Nowadays 55 million of Burmese people have angry eyes on the Burmese regime. The entire Kachin population supports the KIO but not the SPDC. Remember the judgment is always done by people's mind, not weapon.
Even US lost war on Vietnam because majority of Vietnamese people supported Ho Chi Minh. It will be a totally different story for Burmese junta. No citizen like SPDC. Burmese people want a new democratic government, so the junta will be crushed down within a few days, faster than Iraq. The winner is always the one who win the heart of the population. This victory is win-win situation for both people and politicians.
Remember we are not alone! The entire world condemns the SPDC for its consistence of doing wrong things. Such wrong doing will only lead the UN troops to bomb at the Naypyidaw, SPDC.
Because KIO and UWSA have full support by the entire population of their own people and they are firmly founded on the political goal which is to restore “self-autonomy” or “federal democracy.” Besides the full support of their people, these ethnic groups are recognized by international community as legitimate organizations representation their people and fighting for justice and human rights. Not like the SPDC who illegally seizes the power of citizens of Burma.
No citizen like SPDC. But all Kachin and Wa population support the KIO and UWSA to fight if necessary. The citizens are on the KIO and UWSA side, but not the SPDC.
Perhaps the war will lead all ethnic armed groups to unite and to reinforce in fighting against the central regime.
All ethnic have learnt a good lesson from history and the oppressive rule of the SPDC. This time, if the regime provokes a war, maybe an opportunity to attack together the common enemy which is the SPDC who ignores the demand of 55 million people for a genuine democratic change. I am convinced that this war will not be an easy one but lots of consequence. Maybe this will lead to the downfall of the dictatorship regime.
Nowadays 55 million of Burmese people have angry eyes on the Burmese regime. The entire Kachin population supports the KIO but not the SPDC. Remember the judgment is always done by people's mind, not weapon.
Even US lost war on Vietnam because majority of Vietnamese people supported Ho Chi Minh. It will be a totally different story for Burmese junta. No citizen like SPDC. Burmese people want a new democratic government, so the junta will be crushed down within a few days, faster than Iraq. The winner is always the one who win the heart of the population. This victory is win-win situation for both people and politicians.
Remember we are not alone! The entire world condemns the SPDC for its consistence of doing wrong things. Such wrong doing will only lead the UN troops to bomb at the Naypyidaw, SPDC.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Say "NO" to the BGF plan
We all know that the 2008 constitution doesn't represent any political and human rights of ethnic people. Ne Win, Saw Maung, and Than Shwe had changed the history of Burma from being “a federal union of states” into a “unitary state.”
Under the leadership of Than Shwe, he and his Tatmadaw have founded the longest surviving military dictatorship ruling elites in the world while exploiting democracy and human rights of the people of Burma. Besides this, the Bama dominant regime has been also implementation political, culture and economic colonization over ethnic people in 7 states over a half century after they destroyed the 1947 Panglong Constitution.
Than Shwe knows, to implement such policy is possible only by the military mean “the power of Tatmadaw.” If there is no such dominance of the SPDC regime, Burma will become a federal democratic union. That is why Than Shwe’s regime says “only democracy is not good.” They want something else "Myanma-Nyi-Myanma-Han democracy." We have to examine what does it mean? The answer is that the SPDC doesn’t want “federalism” or “political power shared among ethnic nationals,” and they don’t want the military role only for national defense and security. They don’t want to lose the status quo of being super powerful generals.
For ethnic people, self-determination and preserving their identities are their goals. Ethnic armed forces emerged mainly to protect human rights and to resist their political rights violated by the Bama dominant SPDC.
Now we have no political dialogue and negotiation. Who will accept BGF? Only foolish and stupid persons who play politics on behalf their own interests will accept. Anyone who can think properly and who does politic on behalf of their people will say No to the BGF plan. We can let go ahead the 2010 election despite it is ashamed. But we have to maintain the current status of holding cease-fire guns to wait for a political dialogue because the 2008 constitution do not represent any human rights and political rights of ethnic people yet.
Therefore, let's say "No" to the BGF plan until there is a written gurantee of the "federal democratic system" in the constitution of the union of Burma. This is our historical and future task!
Under the leadership of Than Shwe, he and his Tatmadaw have founded the longest surviving military dictatorship ruling elites in the world while exploiting democracy and human rights of the people of Burma. Besides this, the Bama dominant regime has been also implementation political, culture and economic colonization over ethnic people in 7 states over a half century after they destroyed the 1947 Panglong Constitution.
Than Shwe knows, to implement such policy is possible only by the military mean “the power of Tatmadaw.” If there is no such dominance of the SPDC regime, Burma will become a federal democratic union. That is why Than Shwe’s regime says “only democracy is not good.” They want something else "Myanma-Nyi-Myanma-Han democracy." We have to examine what does it mean? The answer is that the SPDC doesn’t want “federalism” or “political power shared among ethnic nationals,” and they don’t want the military role only for national defense and security. They don’t want to lose the status quo of being super powerful generals.
For ethnic people, self-determination and preserving their identities are their goals. Ethnic armed forces emerged mainly to protect human rights and to resist their political rights violated by the Bama dominant SPDC.
Now we have no political dialogue and negotiation. Who will accept BGF? Only foolish and stupid persons who play politics on behalf their own interests will accept. Anyone who can think properly and who does politic on behalf of their people will say No to the BGF plan. We can let go ahead the 2010 election despite it is ashamed. But we have to maintain the current status of holding cease-fire guns to wait for a political dialogue because the 2008 constitution do not represent any human rights and political rights of ethnic people yet.
Therefore, let's say "No" to the BGF plan until there is a written gurantee of the "federal democratic system" in the constitution of the union of Burma. This is our historical and future task!
EBO Scholarship avialable for young Kachins
Dear Shirley(Kachins)
We are writing to you to ask you for your support in finding students to be
considered to study at the Martin Luther Christian University (MLCU) in
Shillong, North Eastern India www.mlcuniv.in. The university has agreed to work
with EBO to support individual students and channel them into appropriate
schemes to match their academic or vocational skills and background. The aim
would be for the students to come out with a bachelor’s degree or the
equivalent vocational qualification. EBO will support all costs (both academic fees and
living costs). This scheme would involve the student spending approximately four
years in Shillong (depending on the length of the course defined by the
university on arrival).
The EBO aims at including the most disenfranchised communities, so the students
you put forward do NOT have to be the most talented or exceptional candidates.
The only prerequisite from our side is that the young people have experience of
working with civil society groups or their communities, and have proven
commitment to working for their communities. We would like each student to sign
a contract with EBO to say they agree to working for their community for a
further 2 years after they have finished their studies. We would also like to
encourage female participation in this scheme.
Therefore we ask the following requirements from all candidate students:
1. A letter from a civil society group or community based organisation in
support of the candidate;
2. CV and covering letter from the candidate;
3. Legal travel documents (ie passport);
4. Minimum academic qualifications (Between 10 or 12 years of schooling).
5. Good written and spoken English (the course will be in English –
please
submit TOEFL scores/results).
The MLCU academic year starts in July, but the deadline for applications is
April 2010. Therefore, we need to make a selection quickly, so we would like to
ask you to send applications for candidates to us by 10 March 2010. The
submissions for candidates should be sent to india@euro-burma.be and
ebo@euro-burma.be.
We can only afford to support 10 students in 2010. We therefore are asking for
only a limited amount of candidates for this first round and hope that you may
be able to give these potential candidates careful thought. Please consider who
might be the best candidates to take full advantage of this opportunity, but
please remember they do not have to be the most talented or successful. We do
not want to disappoint large numbers of young people, so please try and limit
your selection to two candidates at first. If you have more possible candidates
in mind, please let us know when you submit the first two candidates, and we
will let you know if there are more spaces available for you to suggest more
candidates at a later date.
Warm regards,
Sarah Collen
On behalf of the EBO Management Committee
Euro-Burma Office
Square Gutenberg 11/2
1000 Bruxelles
Belgium
tel: (32 2) 280 0691 / 2452
fax: (32 2) 280 0310
e-mail: ebo@euro-burma.be
website: www.euro-burma.eu
The aim of the Euro-Burma Office is to promote the development of democracy in
Burma by assisting the Burmese democracy movement to prepare for a transition to
democracy.
We are writing to you to ask you for your support in finding students to be
considered to study at the Martin Luther Christian University (MLCU) in
Shillong, North Eastern India www.mlcuniv.in. The university has agreed to work
with EBO to support individual students and channel them into appropriate
schemes to match their academic or vocational skills and background. The aim
would be for the students to come out with a bachelor’s degree or the
equivalent vocational qualification. EBO will support all costs (both academic fees and
living costs). This scheme would involve the student spending approximately four
years in Shillong (depending on the length of the course defined by the
university on arrival).
The EBO aims at including the most disenfranchised communities, so the students
you put forward do NOT have to be the most talented or exceptional candidates.
The only prerequisite from our side is that the young people have experience of
working with civil society groups or their communities, and have proven
commitment to working for their communities. We would like each student to sign
a contract with EBO to say they agree to working for their community for a
further 2 years after they have finished their studies. We would also like to
encourage female participation in this scheme.
Therefore we ask the following requirements from all candidate students:
1. A letter from a civil society group or community based organisation in
support of the candidate;
2. CV and covering letter from the candidate;
3. Legal travel documents (ie passport);
4. Minimum academic qualifications (Between 10 or 12 years of schooling).
5. Good written and spoken English (the course will be in English –
please
submit TOEFL scores/results).
The MLCU academic year starts in July, but the deadline for applications is
April 2010. Therefore, we need to make a selection quickly, so we would like to
ask you to send applications for candidates to us by 10 March 2010. The
submissions for candidates should be sent to india@euro-burma.be and
ebo@euro-burma.be.
We can only afford to support 10 students in 2010. We therefore are asking for
only a limited amount of candidates for this first round and hope that you may
be able to give these potential candidates careful thought. Please consider who
might be the best candidates to take full advantage of this opportunity, but
please remember they do not have to be the most talented or successful. We do
not want to disappoint large numbers of young people, so please try and limit
your selection to two candidates at first. If you have more possible candidates
in mind, please let us know when you submit the first two candidates, and we
will let you know if there are more spaces available for you to suggest more
candidates at a later date.
Warm regards,
Sarah Collen
On behalf of the EBO Management Committee
Euro-Burma Office
Square Gutenberg 11/2
1000 Bruxelles
Belgium
tel: (32 2) 280 0691 / 2452
fax: (32 2) 280 0310
e-mail: ebo@euro-burma.be
website: www.euro-burma.eu
The aim of the Euro-Burma Office is to promote the development of democracy in
Burma by assisting the Burmese democracy movement to prepare for a transition to
democracy.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
watch Burma VJ movie online part I to IX
Burma VJ is a moving and shocking account of the popular protests that broke out across Rangoon in 2007.
It relies entirely on documentary footage shot by undercover reporters which has been pieced together to form a picture of the events that took place over a few months. It covers the initial protests, which broke out in response to a rise in fuel prices, to the brutal crackdown by the authorities in response.
It relies entirely on documentary footage shot by undercover reporters which has been pieced together to form a picture of the events that took place over a few months. It covers the initial protests, which broke out in response to a rise in fuel prices, to the brutal crackdown by the authorities in response.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
New Zealand Development Scholarship for Myanmar student
The New Zealand Development Scholarships (NZDS) for Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal and Sri Lanka 2010-2011 Overview
graduate-sThe New Zealand Development Scholarships (NZDS) scheme offers the opportunity to people from developing countries to undertake development-related studies at tertiary education institutions in New Zealand.
New Zealand Development Scholarships in the Open category (NZDS-Open) are available to eligible citizens of the Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal and Sri Lanka. By providing people with knowledge and skills to contribute to the sustainable development of key sectors in their home country, the NZDS scheme aims to reduce poverty, provide better services to the poor in the region, promote good governance and contribute to the human resource base of targeted countries. Capacity building aims to strengthen the institutional and organisational ability of government and non-government organisations (NGOs) and communities with assistance that is appropriate to local needs and that promotes self-sufficiency.
Type, level and number of scholarships
New Zealand Development Scholarships in the Open category (NZDS-Open) are awarded for full-time postgraduate level study (i.e. Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters degrees and a limited number of Doctorates (PhD)) in New Zealand. Applicants may be working in the public sector, private sector, or for civil society organisations (including NGOs). Preference will be given to applicants from disadvantaged communities.
Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka: Up to nine (9) NZDS-Open scholarships will be offered to eligible candidates for study beginning in the 2011 academic year, with an equitable spread across all three countries.
Mongolia: Up to two (2) NZDS-Open scholarships will be offered to eligible candidates from Mongolia for study beginning in the 2011 academic year.
Myanmar: Up to two (2) NZDS-Open scholarships will be offered to eligible candidates from Myanmar for study beginning in the 2011 academic year.
Priority sectors
In line with NZAID’s Asia Strategy, scholarships will be awarded for study linked to the following priority sectors:
• sustainable rural livelihoods
• basic education
• primary health
• governance
• trade and development
• conflict prevention and peace building
• development studies
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must meet the following generic NZDS eligibility criteria before their application will be considered further against the selection criteria. Applicants must:
• be a citizen of the Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal or Sri Lanka (permanent residents of these countries are not eligible to apply);
• be residing in their home country, preferably for at least two years prior to application;
• not have citizenship or permanent residence status of New Zealand, Australia or another developed country1;
• not be married or engaged to be married to a person who holds, or who is eligible to hold, citizenship or permanent residence status of New Zealand, Australia or another developed country;
• for candidates from the countries identified above, be 45 years or younger at the time of application;
• be applying to commence a new qualification and not be seeking funding for one already commenced in New Zealand or another country;
• not have completed, or nearly completed, a qualification at a similar level (i.e. applicants must apply for a higher level qualification than any previously attained), unless strong developmental relevance is demonstrated;
• satisfy the admission requirements of the New Zealand education institution at which the qualification is to be undertaken, including English language proficiency criteria;
• have been working in their home country for at least two years since completing their highest tertiary qualification, prior to application;
• be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to their home country’s public, private or civil society sector (as relevant), and to the development of their home country in general; and
• be able to take up the scholarship in the academic year for which it is offered.
English language requirements
New Zealand tertiary education institutions set their own admission requirements for English language proficiency. As a guide, most New Zealand education institutions require a minimum IELTS2 score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0, for postgraduate level study. Some postgraduate qualifications require a higher score, especially in the fields of education and the health sciences. All applicants should check the IELTS or TOEFL score required for admission to their selected New Zealand education institution.
It is mandatory for applicants to provide the original copy of their IELTS or TOEFL test result as a pre-condition of the application and placement process. Results must be no older than 24 months at the time of the scholarship start date.
Selection criteria
In addition to the eligibility criteria above, candidates’ applications will be considered against the following selection criteria:
• the proposed study programme links to one of the identified priority development sectors for the Asia region ;
• the applicant clearly demonstrates the developmental relevance and applicability of their proposed study programme to the human resource development training needs of their country;
• consideration of gender equity, including efforts to ensure the scholarships are offered equitably between male and female candidates;
• the applicant holds a recognised Bachelors degree (for Masters applications) or recognised Masters degree (for PhD applications), of strong academic merit, in general relevant to the proposed postgraduate qualification. (Note: NZAID gives preference to candidates who do not already hold a degree from an industrialised country);
• the applicant clearly demonstrates their links and commitment to their home country (e.g. services to their community, ability to influence change in a key development sector etc), supported by references.
The proposed study programme must be relevant to:
• recent paid and/or unpaid (volunteer) work experiences;
• the training needs of the employing organisation; and
• identified employment opportunities on completion of their study.
• consideration of other factors which will contribute to the success of their studies (e.g. good character, positive study attitude and motivation to succeed).
NZDS-Open applicants apply directly to the New Zealand education institution where they wish to study.
Applicants are advised to send applications well before the closing date as the institution may require further information or documentation. Further information can be found at:http://www.nzaid.govt.nz/library/docs/scholarships-south-asia-cp.pdf--
graduate-sThe New Zealand Development Scholarships (NZDS) scheme offers the opportunity to people from developing countries to undertake development-related studies at tertiary education institutions in New Zealand.
New Zealand Development Scholarships in the Open category (NZDS-Open) are available to eligible citizens of the Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal and Sri Lanka. By providing people with knowledge and skills to contribute to the sustainable development of key sectors in their home country, the NZDS scheme aims to reduce poverty, provide better services to the poor in the region, promote good governance and contribute to the human resource base of targeted countries. Capacity building aims to strengthen the institutional and organisational ability of government and non-government organisations (NGOs) and communities with assistance that is appropriate to local needs and that promotes self-sufficiency.
Type, level and number of scholarships
New Zealand Development Scholarships in the Open category (NZDS-Open) are awarded for full-time postgraduate level study (i.e. Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters degrees and a limited number of Doctorates (PhD)) in New Zealand. Applicants may be working in the public sector, private sector, or for civil society organisations (including NGOs). Preference will be given to applicants from disadvantaged communities.
Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka: Up to nine (9) NZDS-Open scholarships will be offered to eligible candidates for study beginning in the 2011 academic year, with an equitable spread across all three countries.
Mongolia: Up to two (2) NZDS-Open scholarships will be offered to eligible candidates from Mongolia for study beginning in the 2011 academic year.
Myanmar: Up to two (2) NZDS-Open scholarships will be offered to eligible candidates from Myanmar for study beginning in the 2011 academic year.
Priority sectors
In line with NZAID’s Asia Strategy, scholarships will be awarded for study linked to the following priority sectors:
• sustainable rural livelihoods
• basic education
• primary health
• governance
• trade and development
• conflict prevention and peace building
• development studies
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must meet the following generic NZDS eligibility criteria before their application will be considered further against the selection criteria. Applicants must:
• be a citizen of the Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal or Sri Lanka (permanent residents of these countries are not eligible to apply);
• be residing in their home country, preferably for at least two years prior to application;
• not have citizenship or permanent residence status of New Zealand, Australia or another developed country1;
• not be married or engaged to be married to a person who holds, or who is eligible to hold, citizenship or permanent residence status of New Zealand, Australia or another developed country;
• for candidates from the countries identified above, be 45 years or younger at the time of application;
• be applying to commence a new qualification and not be seeking funding for one already commenced in New Zealand or another country;
• not have completed, or nearly completed, a qualification at a similar level (i.e. applicants must apply for a higher level qualification than any previously attained), unless strong developmental relevance is demonstrated;
• satisfy the admission requirements of the New Zealand education institution at which the qualification is to be undertaken, including English language proficiency criteria;
• have been working in their home country for at least two years since completing their highest tertiary qualification, prior to application;
• be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to their home country’s public, private or civil society sector (as relevant), and to the development of their home country in general; and
• be able to take up the scholarship in the academic year for which it is offered.
English language requirements
New Zealand tertiary education institutions set their own admission requirements for English language proficiency. As a guide, most New Zealand education institutions require a minimum IELTS2 score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0, for postgraduate level study. Some postgraduate qualifications require a higher score, especially in the fields of education and the health sciences. All applicants should check the IELTS or TOEFL score required for admission to their selected New Zealand education institution.
It is mandatory for applicants to provide the original copy of their IELTS or TOEFL test result as a pre-condition of the application and placement process. Results must be no older than 24 months at the time of the scholarship start date.
Selection criteria
In addition to the eligibility criteria above, candidates’ applications will be considered against the following selection criteria:
• the proposed study programme links to one of the identified priority development sectors for the Asia region ;
• the applicant clearly demonstrates the developmental relevance and applicability of their proposed study programme to the human resource development training needs of their country;
• consideration of gender equity, including efforts to ensure the scholarships are offered equitably between male and female candidates;
• the applicant holds a recognised Bachelors degree (for Masters applications) or recognised Masters degree (for PhD applications), of strong academic merit, in general relevant to the proposed postgraduate qualification. (Note: NZAID gives preference to candidates who do not already hold a degree from an industrialised country);
• the applicant clearly demonstrates their links and commitment to their home country (e.g. services to their community, ability to influence change in a key development sector etc), supported by references.
The proposed study programme must be relevant to:
• recent paid and/or unpaid (volunteer) work experiences;
• the training needs of the employing organisation; and
• identified employment opportunities on completion of their study.
• consideration of other factors which will contribute to the success of their studies (e.g. good character, positive study attitude and motivation to succeed).
NZDS-Open applicants apply directly to the New Zealand education institution where they wish to study.
Applicants are advised to send applications well before the closing date as the institution may require further information or documentation. Further information can be found at:http://www.nzaid.govt.nz/library/docs/scholarships-south-asia-cp.pdf--
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Need for Burma problem is Not "BDG" but to restore "federal democracy"
My comment to the news “Burma junta asks KIA to form seven battalions of BGF”
SPDC says BGF today. They may tell you another tomorrow. Their ultimate goal is to weaken and crash down ethnic army, and prolong its monopoly rule over citizens. The problem of our country is the SPDC who do not want to give up their illegitimate power, which they are supposed to give back to citizens, sources of power.
Before Burma's independence and Panglong Agreement was British colonial. Post-Independence until up to now is Bama colonial rule. The SPDC colonizes ethnic people (about 40% of Burma population). This is the era of (1) Bama-political colonization, (2) Bama economic colonization, and (3)Bama culture colonization.
KIA, now the only remaining group not to be BGF, must withstand its current role to reflect the will of kachin population. We must hold this Kachin guns and talk about "federal democracy" until both side (SPDC and ethnic) agree racial harmony and equal political rights in the union of Burma.
We must not accept BGF unless political problem is solved. Remember!! Today is the result of yesterday, and today is the outcome of tomorrow future. Be aware!! not to repeat our mistake in the history. What needed to be solved for Burma problem is Not transforming ethnic army into the Border Guard Force, but it is the need to change the system from “military dictatorship” into “federal democracy.” When the script of new system “federal democracy” is guaranteed in the constitution, then Kachin will be the first to disarm our arm. We just need a better system which is “federal democracy” the political rights to vote/ choose the leaders who will represent us.
We will hold these guns until the new system guarantee our citizen the right to choose their leaders who will represent them in the government.
SPDC says BGF today. They may tell you another tomorrow. Their ultimate goal is to weaken and crash down ethnic army, and prolong its monopoly rule over citizens. The problem of our country is the SPDC who do not want to give up their illegitimate power, which they are supposed to give back to citizens, sources of power.
Before Burma's independence and Panglong Agreement was British colonial. Post-Independence until up to now is Bama colonial rule. The SPDC colonizes ethnic people (about 40% of Burma population). This is the era of (1) Bama-political colonization, (2) Bama economic colonization, and (3)Bama culture colonization.
KIA, now the only remaining group not to be BGF, must withstand its current role to reflect the will of kachin population. We must hold this Kachin guns and talk about "federal democracy" until both side (SPDC and ethnic) agree racial harmony and equal political rights in the union of Burma.
We must not accept BGF unless political problem is solved. Remember!! Today is the result of yesterday, and today is the outcome of tomorrow future. Be aware!! not to repeat our mistake in the history. What needed to be solved for Burma problem is Not transforming ethnic army into the Border Guard Force, but it is the need to change the system from “military dictatorship” into “federal democracy.” When the script of new system “federal democracy” is guaranteed in the constitution, then Kachin will be the first to disarm our arm. We just need a better system which is “federal democracy” the political rights to vote/ choose the leaders who will represent us.
We will hold these guns until the new system guarantee our citizen the right to choose their leaders who will represent them in the government.
Monday, February 8, 2010
ADB scholarship for Myanmar students
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) - Japan Scholarship Program (JSP)
wasestablished in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan.
It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB's
developing member countries to pursue postgraduate studies in economics,
management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at
participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region.*
Scholarship*
The ADB-JSP provides
- full tuition fees
- a monthly subsistence and housing allowance
- an allowance for books and instructional materials
- medical insurance
- travel expenses
- For scholars engaged in research, a special grant may be available for
thesis preparation.
- In special circumstances computer literacy, preparatory language and
other similar courses may be covered under the scholarship.
*Programs covered by the ADB-JSP*
Programs covered by the ADB-JSP are postgraduate studies in
- economics
- management
- health
- education
- agriculture
- environment
- natural resource management
- science and technology
- other development-related fields
*D**uration of the scholarship award?*
The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of
study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining
a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute.
The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for masters and
doctorate programs.
*D**eadline for submission*
Send applications for scholarships at least six months prior to the planned
time that you wish to commence studies.
*Eligibility Country*
Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Cook
Islands, Fiji Islands, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Kyrgyz
Republic, Laos People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Maldives, Marshall
Islands, Micronesia, Mongolia, *Myanmar*, Nauru, Nepal, Pakistan, Palau,
Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka,
Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uzbekistan,
Vanuatu, Vietnam.
Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute
to the economic and social development of their home countries.
The ADB-JSP enrolls about 300 students annually in 20 academic institutions
located in 10 countries within the Region.The ADB-JSP provides full
scholarships for one to two years.
*List of Academic Institutions*
- Crawford School of Economics and Government (National Centre for
Development Studies)/The Australian National
University
GPO Box 4, Canberra ACT 0200, Australia(Attn: Liaison Officer)
Field of Study: Master/Doctorate in
1. International and Development Economics
2. Public Policy (Development Administration)
3. Environmental Management & Development
4. Infrastructure Management
Contact:Ms. Billie Headon Director, Student Recruitment, Alumni and
Scholarships E-mail: billie.headon@anu.edu.au
- The University of Melbourne
Parkville Victoria, 3010 Australia (Attn: Melbourne Scholarships Office)
Masters by Coursework in
1. Business Administration
2. Commerce
3. Commerce (specializing in Economics or Finance)
4. Engineering
5. International Business
6. Public Health
7. Agribusiness, Agricultural Sciences, and Forest Science
Contact: Ms. Naomi Taguchi, Postgraduate Scholarships OfficerMelbourne
Scholarships Office Website:
http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/gradcoursework/international/adb.html
- The University of
Sydney
The International Office Sydney, 2006, Australia (Attn: International
Scholarships Officer)
1. Master/Doctorate in Economics
2. Master of Commerce or International Business
3. Master of Transport Management
4. Master of International Public Health
5. Master in Engineering Studies
Contact: Margaret O'Byrne Deputy Director (Government & Student Relations)
International ScholarshipsE-mail: infoschol@io.usyd.edu.au
- The University of Hong Kong
Kong, China(Attn: Administrative Assistant, Research Services Section,
Registry)
1. Master of Science in Urban Planning
2. Master of Science in Urban Design
Contact: Mrs. Beckie Kwok Administrative Assistant Research Services,
Registry, E-mail: rss@reg.hku.hk
- Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Khas, New Delhi, 110 016 India(Attn: The Registrar)
1. Master of Technology
Contact: Mr. K.P. SinghDeputy Registrar (PGS&R)E-mail:
drpgsr@admin.iitd.ac.in
- International University of Japan
School Of International Relations777 Kokusai-cho, Minami
Uonuma-shiNiigata-ken 949-7277, Japan(Attn: Office of GSIR)
1. Master in International Development
2. Master in International Relations
3. Master in Business Administration
4. Master in e-Business Management
Contact: Mr. Ichiro AbeDeputy Manager Office of Student ServicesE-mail:
iabe@iuj.ac.jp, admgsir@iuj.ac.jp or admgsim@iuj.ac.jp
- International Graduate Program on Advanced Science and Technology, Keio
University3-14-1
Hiyoshi, Kohoku-ku,Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa-ken 223-8522, Japan (Attn:
Chairman, Committee for International Affairs)
International Graduate Program on Advanced Science and Technology
1. Nano-Science Program
2. Electronics and Photonics Program
3. Mechanics and Manufacturing Program
4. Computer Science and Communication Technology Program
5. Environment and Multi-Scare Dynamics Program
6. Biomedical Engineering Program
Contact: Prof. Kohei Itoh Chairman Committee for International Affairs,
Faculty of Science and TechnologyE-mail: yg-international@adst.keio.ac.jp
- Graduate School of International Development, Nagoya
UniversityFuro-cho
Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8601, Japan(Attn: Dean, Graduate School of
International Development)
1. Master in International Development
2. Master in International Cooperation Studies
Contact: Mr. Akihiro AsakawaInternational Student Advisor Graduate School of
International DevelopmentE-mail: adb@gsid.nagoya-u.ac.jp
- National Graduate Institute for Policy
Studies
7-22-1 Roppongi, Minato-Ku, Tokyo 106-8677 Japan(Attn: Admissions
Office)
Master/Doctorate in
1. Policy Studies
2. Policy Analysis
3. Public Policy
4. Public Administration
Contact: Mr. Kiyomi Tanabe Manager, Academic and Student Affairs Division
E-mail:mailto:admissions@grips.ac.jp
- Graduate School of EconomicsRitsumeikan
University1-1-1
Nojihigashi, Kusatsu, Shiga 525-8577 Japan (Attn: Manager, Office of
International Education at Biwako Kusatsu Campus)
1. Master in Economics
Contact: Mr. Mitsuru HitomiAdministrative Manager, Office of International
Education at Biwako Kusatsu Campus E-mail: kokusai@st.ritsumei.ac.jp
- Saitama University255
Shimo-Okubo, Sakura-ku, Saitama-shi, Saitama 338-8570, Japan (Attn: The
Registrar, The Foreign Student Office) Department of Civil & Environmental
Engineering
1. Master/Doctorate in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Contact: Ms. Naoko NakasoneAdministrative Assistant Foreign Student
OfficeE-mail: fso@sun.civil.saitama-u.ac.jp
- University of Tokyo
Bunkyo-ku Tokyo 113-8656, Japan(Attn: Foreign Student Office)
1. Master/Doctorate in Civil Engineering and Infrastructure Development
Contact: Prof. Takeshi IshiharaProfessor of Civil Engineering & Foreign
Student OfficerE-mail: fso@civil.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp
- Department of Civil Engineering
1. Master/Doctorate in Urban Engineering
Contact: Prof. Tetsuo KidokoroAssociate Professor & Foreign Student Offcer
Department of Urban EngineeringE-mail: fso@civil.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp
- Department of Urban
Engineering
School of Engineering
1. Master/Doctorate in Environment Studies
2. Master/Doctorate in International Studies
3. Master in Sustainability Science
Contact: Prof. Masahiko KunishimaProfessor & Foreign Student OfficerThe
Institute of Environmental Studies E-mail: fso@k.u-tokyo.ac.jp
- Institute of Environmental
Studies
1. Master/Doctorate in Public Health (International Health)
Contact: Prof. Masamine JimbaProfessor, Department of International
Cummunity Health,School of International Health,Graduate School of
MedicineE-mail: adb@m.u-tokyo.ac.jp
- The University of Auckland
1. Master in International Business
2. Master of Commerce (International Business)
3. Master of Arts (Development Studies)
4. Master of Science (Environmental Science)
5. Master/Doctorate in Engineering
6. Master of Public Health
Contact: Ms. Rita Fatialofa-PatoloInternational Scholarships CoordinatorNZ
Australia Pacific RegionInternational OfficeE-mail:
int-questions@auckland.ac.nz
- Lahore University of Management Sciences
1. Master in Business Administration
Contact: Ms. Saba JavedDeputy Manager Admissions & Financial AidSuleman
Dawood School of BusinessE-mail: admission@lums.edu.pk
- Asian Institute of Management
1. Master in Business Management
2. Master in Management
3. Master in Development Management
4. Master in Entrepreneurship for Social and Development Entrepreneurs
Contact: Mr. Rey ReyesAssociate Director, Student ServicesAdmissions &
Registration E-mail: admissions@aim.edu.ph
- International Rice Research Institute/University of the Philippines in
Los Baños
1. Master/Doctorate in Rice and Rice-based Farming Systems
Contact: Ms. Anilyn ManingasAssistant Manager, Training CenterE-mail:
adb-inquiry@irri.exch.cgiar.org, a.maningas@cgiar.org
- National University of Singapore
Business School
1. Master in Business Administration
Contact: mba@nus.edu.sg
- Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy
1. Master in Public Policy
Contact: LKYSPPmpp@nus.edu.sg
- Department of Economics
1. Master in Social Sciences (Economics)
Contact: ecssec@nus.edu.sg, ecsbox2@nus.edu.sg
- School of Design and Environment
1. Master in Environmental Management
Contact: sdelvlc@nus.edu.sg
- Asian Institute of Technology
Master of Sciences or Engineering in:
1. Computer Science
2. Information Management
3. Industrial Engineering & Management
4. Design Manufacturing Engineering
5. Mechatronics
6. Telecommunications
7. Microelectronics
8. Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
9. Information and Communications Technologies
10. Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineering
11. Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure Management
12. Structural Engineering
13. Transportation Engineering
14. Water Engineering & Management
15. Agricultural Systems & Engineering
16. Aquaculture & Aquatic Resources Management
17. Energy
18. Food Engineering & Bioprocess Technology
19. Gender and Development Studies
20. Natural Resources Management
21. Regional & Rural Development Planning
22. Environmental Engineering & Management
23. Urban Environmental Management
24. International Business
25. Management of Technology
26. Service Marketing & Technology
27. International Public Marketing
Contact: Mr. Benjamin GargabiteDirector of Admissions and Scholarships
UnitE-mail: admissions@ait.ac.th
- Thammasat University
1. Master in Engineering
2. Master/Doctorate in Economics
Contact: pinanong@tu.ac.th
- East-West Center
Master /Doctorate in
1. Architecture
2. Business Administration
3. Economics
4. Geography
5. International Management
6. Japan Focused MBA (JEMBA)
7. Natural Resources & Environmental Management
8. Ocean Engineering
9. Oceanography
10. Pacific Island Studies
11. Public Administration
12. Sociology
13. Tropical Plant & Soil Science
14. Urban and Regional Planning
15. Master of Law
Contact: Ms. Jeane YamamotoADB-JSP & EWC Scholarship AssistantE-mail:
adbjsp@eastwestcenter.org
Visit: http://www.adb.org/JSP/default.asp
wasestablished in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan.
It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB's
developing member countries to pursue postgraduate studies in economics,
management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at
participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region.*
Scholarship*
The ADB-JSP provides
- full tuition fees
- a monthly subsistence and housing allowance
- an allowance for books and instructional materials
- medical insurance
- travel expenses
- For scholars engaged in research, a special grant may be available for
thesis preparation.
- In special circumstances computer literacy, preparatory language and
other similar courses may be covered under the scholarship.
*Programs covered by the ADB-JSP*
Programs covered by the ADB-JSP are postgraduate studies in
- economics
- management
- health
- education
- agriculture
- environment
- natural resource management
- science and technology
- other development-related fields
*D**uration of the scholarship award?*
The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of
study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining
a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute.
The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for masters and
doctorate programs.
*D**eadline for submission*
Send applications for scholarships at least six months prior to the planned
time that you wish to commence studies.
*Eligibility Country*
Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Cook
Islands, Fiji Islands, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Kyrgyz
Republic, Laos People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Maldives, Marshall
Islands, Micronesia, Mongolia, *Myanmar*, Nauru, Nepal, Pakistan, Palau,
Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka,
Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uzbekistan,
Vanuatu, Vietnam.
Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute
to the economic and social development of their home countries.
The ADB-JSP enrolls about 300 students annually in 20 academic institutions
located in 10 countries within the Region.The ADB-JSP provides full
scholarships for one to two years.
*List of Academic Institutions*
- Crawford School of Economics and Government (National Centre for
Development Studies)/The Australian National
University
GPO Box 4, Canberra ACT 0200, Australia(Attn: Liaison Officer)
Field of Study: Master/Doctorate in
1. International and Development Economics
2. Public Policy (Development Administration)
3. Environmental Management & Development
4. Infrastructure Management
Contact:Ms. Billie Headon Director, Student Recruitment, Alumni and
Scholarships E-mail: billie.headon@anu.edu.au
- The University of Melbourne
Parkville Victoria, 3010 Australia (Attn: Melbourne Scholarships Office)
Masters by Coursework in
1. Business Administration
2. Commerce
3. Commerce (specializing in Economics or Finance)
4. Engineering
5. International Business
6. Public Health
7. Agribusiness, Agricultural Sciences, and Forest Science
Contact: Ms. Naomi Taguchi, Postgraduate Scholarships OfficerMelbourne
Scholarships Office Website:
http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/gradcoursework/international/adb.html
- The University of
Sydney
The International Office Sydney, 2006, Australia (Attn: International
Scholarships Officer)
1. Master/Doctorate in Economics
2. Master of Commerce or International Business
3. Master of Transport Management
4. Master of International Public Health
5. Master in Engineering Studies
Contact: Margaret O'Byrne Deputy Director (Government & Student Relations)
International ScholarshipsE-mail: infoschol@io.usyd.edu.au
- The University of Hong Kong
Kong, China(Attn: Administrative Assistant, Research Services Section,
Registry)
1. Master of Science in Urban Planning
2. Master of Science in Urban Design
Contact: Mrs. Beckie Kwok Administrative Assistant Research Services,
Registry, E-mail: rss@reg.hku.hk
- Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Khas, New Delhi, 110 016 India(Attn: The Registrar)
1. Master of Technology
Contact: Mr. K.P. SinghDeputy Registrar (PGS&R)E-mail:
drpgsr@admin.iitd.ac.in
- International University of Japan
School Of International Relations777 Kokusai-cho, Minami
Uonuma-shiNiigata-ken 949-7277, Japan(Attn: Office of GSIR)
1. Master in International Development
2. Master in International Relations
3. Master in Business Administration
4. Master in e-Business Management
Contact: Mr. Ichiro AbeDeputy Manager Office of Student ServicesE-mail:
iabe@iuj.ac.jp, admgsir@iuj.ac.jp or admgsim@iuj.ac.jp
- International Graduate Program on Advanced Science and Technology, Keio
University
Hiyoshi, Kohoku-ku,Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa-ken 223-8522, Japan (Attn:
Chairman, Committee for International Affairs)
International Graduate Program on Advanced Science and Technology
1. Nano-Science Program
2. Electronics and Photonics Program
3. Mechanics and Manufacturing Program
4. Computer Science and Communication Technology Program
5. Environment and Multi-Scare Dynamics Program
6. Biomedical Engineering Program
Contact: Prof. Kohei Itoh Chairman Committee for International Affairs,
Faculty of Science and TechnologyE-mail: yg-international@adst.keio.ac.jp
- Graduate School of International Development, Nagoya
University
Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8601, Japan(Attn: Dean, Graduate School of
International Development)
1. Master in International Development
2. Master in International Cooperation Studies
Contact: Mr. Akihiro AsakawaInternational Student Advisor Graduate School of
International DevelopmentE-mail: adb@gsid.nagoya-u.ac.jp
- National Graduate Institute for Policy
Studies
7-22-1 Roppongi, Minato-Ku, Tokyo 106-8677 Japan(Attn: Admissions
Office)
Master/Doctorate in
1. Policy Studies
2. Policy Analysis
3. Public Policy
4. Public Administration
Contact: Mr. Kiyomi Tanabe Manager, Academic and Student Affairs Division
E-mail:mailto:admissions@grips.ac.jp
- Graduate School of EconomicsRitsumeikan
University
Nojihigashi, Kusatsu, Shiga 525-8577 Japan (Attn: Manager, Office of
International Education at Biwako Kusatsu Campus)
1. Master in Economics
Contact: Mr. Mitsuru HitomiAdministrative Manager, Office of International
Education at Biwako Kusatsu Campus E-mail: kokusai@st.ritsumei.ac.jp
- Saitama University
Shimo-Okubo, Sakura-ku, Saitama-shi, Saitama 338-8570, Japan (Attn: The
Registrar, The Foreign Student Office) Department of Civil & Environmental
Engineering
1. Master/Doctorate in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Contact: Ms. Naoko NakasoneAdministrative Assistant Foreign Student
OfficeE-mail: fso@sun.civil.saitama-u.ac.jp
- University of Tokyo
Bunkyo-ku Tokyo 113-8656, Japan(Attn: Foreign Student Office)
1. Master/Doctorate in Civil Engineering and Infrastructure Development
Contact: Prof. Takeshi IshiharaProfessor of Civil Engineering & Foreign
Student OfficerE-mail: fso@civil.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp
- Department of Civil Engineering
1. Master/Doctorate in Urban Engineering
Contact: Prof. Tetsuo KidokoroAssociate Professor & Foreign Student Offcer
Department of Urban EngineeringE-mail: fso@civil.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp
- Department of Urban
Engineering
School of Engineering
1. Master/Doctorate in Environment Studies
2. Master/Doctorate in International Studies
3. Master in Sustainability Science
Contact: Prof. Masahiko KunishimaProfessor & Foreign Student OfficerThe
Institute of Environmental Studies E-mail: fso@k.u-tokyo.ac.jp
- Institute of Environmental
Studies
1. Master/Doctorate in Public Health (International Health)
Contact: Prof. Masamine JimbaProfessor, Department of International
Cummunity Health,School of International Health,Graduate School of
MedicineE-mail: adb@m.u-tokyo.ac.jp
- The University of Auckland
1. Master in International Business
2. Master of Commerce (International Business)
3. Master of Arts (Development Studies)
4. Master of Science (Environmental Science)
5. Master/Doctorate in Engineering
6. Master of Public Health
Contact: Ms. Rita Fatialofa-PatoloInternational Scholarships CoordinatorNZ
Australia Pacific RegionInternational OfficeE-mail:
int-questions@auckland.ac.nz
- Lahore University of Management Sciences
1. Master in Business Administration
Contact: Ms. Saba JavedDeputy Manager Admissions & Financial AidSuleman
Dawood School of BusinessE-mail: admission@lums.edu.pk
- Asian Institute of Management
1. Master in Business Management
2. Master in Management
3. Master in Development Management
4. Master in Entrepreneurship for Social and Development Entrepreneurs
Contact: Mr. Rey ReyesAssociate Director, Student ServicesAdmissions &
Registration E-mail: admissions@aim.edu.ph
- International Rice Research Institute/University of the Philippines in
Los Baños
1. Master/Doctorate in Rice and Rice-based Farming Systems
Contact: Ms. Anilyn ManingasAssistant Manager, Training CenterE-mail:
adb-inquiry@irri.exch.cgiar.org, a.maningas@cgiar.org
- National University of Singapore
Business School
1. Master in Business Administration
Contact: mba@nus.edu.sg
- Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy
1. Master in Public Policy
Contact: LKYSPPmpp@nus.edu.sg
- Department of Economics
1. Master in Social Sciences (Economics)
Contact: ecssec@nus.edu.sg, ecsbox2@nus.edu.sg
- School of Design and Environment
1. Master in Environmental Management
Contact: sdelvlc@nus.edu.sg
- Asian Institute of Technology
Master of Sciences or Engineering in:
1. Computer Science
2. Information Management
3. Industrial Engineering & Management
4. Design Manufacturing Engineering
5. Mechatronics
6. Telecommunications
7. Microelectronics
8. Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
9. Information and Communications Technologies
10. Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineering
11. Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure Management
12. Structural Engineering
13. Transportation Engineering
14. Water Engineering & Management
15. Agricultural Systems & Engineering
16. Aquaculture & Aquatic Resources Management
17. Energy
18. Food Engineering & Bioprocess Technology
19. Gender and Development Studies
20. Natural Resources Management
21. Regional & Rural Development Planning
22. Environmental Engineering & Management
23. Urban Environmental Management
24. International Business
25. Management of Technology
26. Service Marketing & Technology
27. International Public Marketing
Contact: Mr. Benjamin GargabiteDirector of Admissions and Scholarships
UnitE-mail: admissions@ait.ac.th
- Thammasat University
1. Master in Engineering
2. Master/Doctorate in Economics
Contact: pinanong@tu.ac.th
- East-West Center
Master /Doctorate in
1. Architecture
2. Business Administration
3. Economics
4. Geography
5. International Management
6. Japan Focused MBA (JEMBA)
7. Natural Resources & Environmental Management
8. Ocean Engineering
9. Oceanography
10. Pacific Island Studies
11. Public Administration
12. Sociology
13. Tropical Plant & Soil Science
14. Urban and Regional Planning
15. Master of Law
Contact: Ms. Jeane YamamotoADB-JSP & EWC Scholarship AssistantE-mail:
adbjsp@eastwestcenter.org
Visit: http://www.adb.org/JSP/default.asp
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