THE event was especially lively with enthusiastic visitors.
In commemorating the 78th Union Day, the fifth day of the Union-Level MSME Expo continued at the Tabaung Grounds near Uppatasanti Pagoda in Nay Pyi Taw.
The event features MSME products from Nay Pyi Taw and various states and regions, attracting a diverse crowd, including government employees and their families, students, residents, MSME entrepreneurs, foreign visitors from Thilawa Industrial Zone and other international guests in Nay Pyi Taw.
Due to the overwhelming public interest, organizers have decided to extend the trade fair by two more days, running until 16 February.
The event showcases agricultural and livestock technology, with the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Irrigation exhibiting solar-powered water pumps, handheld rice transplanters, seed planters, and small-scale natural sediment ponds. Many visitors showed keen interest, with officials providing detailed explanations of modern farming techniques.
A mobile technical training school display features basic electrical, mechanical, welding, and vehicle maintenance training courses, drawing many young attendees eager to learn new skills.
Representatives from different states and regions actively engage with visitors, answering questions about regional products and exports. The business networking section is bustling with MSME entrepreneurs discussing domestic and international market expansion, investment opportunities, and government-provided one-stop services. Experts share insights on improving product quality and expanding into new markets.
The exhibition also highlights iconic cultural showcases from different regions, attracting students, youths, government staff, and families who take memorable photos. The food stalls offer a variety of regional delicacies at affordable prices, with visitors crowding around to sample traditional ethnic foods.
One visitor, U Ye Lin Oo from Lewe Township, shared his experience: “The Mandalay food stall is popular, but I couldn’t try anything as they sold out quickly. I’ll come back tomorrow to taste ethnic dishes like Thingyan rice, Kayin ‘Talapo’ soup, and ‘Sabuthee’ snacks. I enjoy hearing different ethnic languages and experiencing the diverse culture here”.
Cooperative associations, the Ministry of Industry, Myanmar Economic Corporation (MEC), Myanmar Economic Holdings Public Company Limited and the Myanmar Edible Oil Dealers Association are also offering consumer goods and food products at special prices, making the trade fair a bustling hub of commerce and cultural exchange.
Than Min Aung and Aung Min Htun/KZL
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