Statement from Diplomatic Missions to Myanmar on World Press Freedom Day
,03.05.2021 / 07:01 | Aktualizováno: 04.05.2021 / 08:04
On World Press Freedom Day, we pay tribute to the essential role of journalism in upholding online and offline freedom of expression. Media freedom is a cornerstone of democratic societies and a source of legitimacy that should be… more ►
Joint Statement by Ambassadors to Myanmar
,09.04.2021 / 04:54 | Aktualizováno: 09.04.2021 / 05:17
Two months ago, on February 9, Mya Thwe Thwe Khine was shot while taking cover under a bus shelter during a protest in Naypyidaw. She was 19. Since then, over 600 civilians have been killed in Myanmar, many of them while protesting for… more ►
Statement of the MFA on the Escalation of Violence in Myanmar
,28.03.2021 / 15:09 | Aktualizováno: 29.03.2021 / 11:47
We are horrified by the violence perpetrated this weekend by military and police in Myanmar against civilians and even small children. The Czech Republic condemns in the strongest terms the escalation of such brutality which cost another more… more ►
Joint Statement by Ambassadors to Myanmar
,19.03.2021 / 12:24 | Aktualizováno: 19.03.2021 / 12:29
The brutal violence against unarmed civilians by the security forces in Hlaing Tharyar and elsewhere in Myanmar, often under the cover of darkness, is immoral and indefensible. We call on Myanmar’s military to cease all violence against… more ►
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic on Violence in Myanmar
,15.03.2021 / 11:09 | Aktualizováno: 15.03.2021 / 11:11
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has with indignation received reports of the escalation of violence by the armed forces against the population of Myanmar, which has claimed more than 50 victims, including women and monks, over the past weekend.… more ►
Tweet by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic Condemning Brutal Repressions Towards Peaceful Myanmar Protestors
,01.03.2021 / 03:45 | Aktualizováno: 01.03.2021 / 09:41
We condemn the violence carried by the military and the police in #Myanmar against peaceful demonstrators that has escalated further in the last few days. Use of violence is unacceptable and we therefore call on the military in Myanmar to stop… more ►
Statement by Ambassadors in Yangon
,14.02.2021 / 16:45 | Aktualizováno: 15.02.2021 / 06:34
We call on security forces to refrain from violence against demonstrators and civilians, who are protesting the overthrow of their legitimate government. more ►
Joint Statement by Diplomatic Missions in Myanmar
,29.01.2021 / 06:47 | Aktualizováno: 15.02.2021 / 05:25
January 29, 2021 We affirm our support for Myanmar's democratic transition and efforts to promote peace, human rights, and development in the country. We look forward to the peaceful convening of the Parliament on February 1 and the election… more ►
Robot and Artificial Intelligence - Would You Like to Explore and Compete?
,19.11.2020 / 07:23 | Aktualizováno: 20.11.2020 / 05:23
A hundred years ago, in his drama R.U.R., the Czech writer Karel Čapek used the word 'robot' for the first time. Thinking about how to call artificial workers, he sought advice with his brother, the painter Josef Čapek. "Call them Robots,"… more ►
Statement of the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the General Elections in Myanmar
,11.11.2020 / 03:38 | Aktualizováno: 11.11.2020 / 07:55
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic appreciates the peaceful and orderly conduct of the elections in Myanmar, in particular the fact that both the people responsible for the preparation and holding of the elections and the… more ►
Travelling to the Czech Republic in the context of the new protective measures that are in force from 1 September 2021.
,23.10.2020 / 10:55 | Aktualizováno: 01.09.2021 / 06:00
The travel restrictions are still in place and a set of new regulations was adopted by the Czech authorities starting from 1 September 2021. The emergency measure regarding isolation and quarantine effective from March 2021 has to be still… more ►
The Czech Republic Alumni Initiative
,19.10.2020 / 05:45 | Aktualizováno: 09.11.2020 / 06:30
The Czech Republic Alumni Initiative is a new programme of the Czech National Agency for International Education and is intended for all foreigners, who have studied at Czech higher education institutions, without limiting the length of study,… more ►
Wathann Film Festival 10# went online this year
,06.10.2020 / 10:49 | Aktualizováno: 27.10.2020 / 09:38
The 10th edition of Wathann Independent Film Festival, which has been financially supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic since its very beginning, took place From 10 to 18 October 2020. more ►
A discussion in the Myanmar National Human Rights Commision
,11.08.2020 / 10:10 | Aktualizováno: 12.08.2020 / 04:57
On 10 August 2020, the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Myanmar, Mrs. Hana Mottlová, paid her initial visit to the Myanmar National Human Rights Commission (MNHRC). She was received by the MNHRC Chairman U Hla Myint, Vice Chair Dr. Nanda Hmun… more ►
COVID-19 - Travelling to the Czech Republic and Schengen Area
,20.07.2020 / 08:02 | Aktualizováno: 06.10.2020 / 12:23
Due to the current development of the coronavirus COVID-19, there were imposed some regulations and restrictions with regard to travel of the third countries residents to the Czech Republic and Schengen Area. more ►
Workshop: Applying project management principles in formulation of project proposals
,09.07.2020 / 04:59 | Aktualizováno: 09.07.2020 / 12:20
The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Yangon organized a workshop called “Applying project management principles in formulation of project proposals“. The event was held in Yangon on 25th and 26th June 2020 and attended by 14… more ►
Live Czech Concerts Presented to Public
,13.05.2020 / 11:58 | Aktualizováno: 29.06.2020 / 08:54
The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Yangon was proud and delighted to present Czech culture to the public in Myanmar. Myanmar friends from all walks of life were invited you to enjoy a series of wonderful live Czech concerts, performed in the… more ►
"Study in the Czech Republic" - New Activities and Information Sources
,12.05.2020 / 07:45 | Aktualizováno: 04.08.2020 / 06:50
From 13 to 29 May 2020, The Centre for International Cooperation in Education of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic organized short "Live Sessions" to support studies in our country as a part of the "Study in the… more ►
On World Press Freedom Day, a Nod to the Role of Journalists in a Time of Crisis
,04.05.2020 / 09:08 | Aktualizováno: 04.05.2020 / 11:57
By European Union diplomats in Myanmar, published in The Irrawaddy on 3 May 2020. Today is World Press Freedom Day 2020. Although the global struggle to deal with COVID-19 prevents us from coming together to celebrate this day with our… more ►
Statement from Ambassadors to Myanmar
,02.04.2020 / 08:14 | Aktualizováno: 02.04.2020 / 08:22
Following is the Statement from Ambassadors to Myanmar of 1 April 2020 regarding the call of the UN Secretary General for implementing a global ceasefire. more ►
Interministerial Consultations with Myanmar led by Deputy Foreign Minister Tlapa
,09.03.2020 / 09:58 | Aktualizováno: 09.03.2020 / 11:24
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Martin Tlapa met with Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar U Soe Han on March 3, 2020. The main topics of this round of regular consultations were the… more ►
Jan Horník, Vice-President of the Senate of the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic and his delegation visited Myanmar
,20.02.2020 / 09:52 | Aktualizováno: 20.02.2020 / 10:06
From 8 to 14 February 2020, a delegation of the Senate Committee on Public Administration, Regional Development and the Environment led by Vice-President of the Senate of the Parliament of the Czech Republic Jan Horník visited Myanmar. more ►
Myanmar’s health care sector is interested in Czech products, however the Czech exporters should be prepared for local specifics
,03.02.2020 / 04:59 | Aktualizováno: 09.07.2020 / 12:21
Export opportunities for Czech producers and distributors of pharmaceutical products and medical equipment were discussed by Hana Mottlová, the Ambassador of the Czech Republic in Myanmar and Dr. Zaw Moe Khine, the chairman of Myanmar… more ►
President of the UMFCCI: The main opportunities for Czech companies are in agriculture, food processing, healthcare and the garment
,24.01.2020 / 04:14 | Aktualizováno: 28.01.2020 / 06:32
Czech companies interested in doing business in Myanmar have more opportunities to make commercial contacts and to find Myanmar partners thanks to cooperation between the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Yangon and the Union of Myanmar… more ►
47th edition of the ICEFA Lidice - honorary mentions for students in Myanmar
,13.12.2019 / 09:13 | Aktualizováno: 18.12.2019 / 09:53
On 13 December 2019, V. Michalík, Deputy Head of Mission of the Czech Embassy in Yangon, presented honorable mentions to students who attended the 47th ICEFA Lidice. more ►
A Photographic Exhibition on the occasion of the 30th Anniversary of the Velvet Revolution
16.11.2019 / 03:45
Date: 16 November 2019 - 23 November 2019 Venue: National Museum of Myanmar (Yangon) - Multipurpose Hall
From 16 - 23 November 2019, the Embassy of the Czech Republic organized an exhibition to mark the 30th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution. The exhibition presented to local audience contemporary… more ►
Czech National Day Reception and Inauguration of an Exhibition on the Occassion of the 30th Anniversary of the Velvet Revolution
,15.11.2019 / 10:50 | Aktualizováno: 18.11.2019 / 13:41
On November 15, 2019, the Czech National Day reception was held in the premises of the National Museum of Myanmar in Yangon. At the same time the official opening of an exhibition on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution… more ►
Ambassador Hana Mottlová presented her credentials
,13.11.2019 / 08:15 | Aktualizováno: 15.11.2019 / 06:05
On the 13th November 2019 H.E. Ambassador Hana Mottlová presented her credentials to H.E. U Win Myint, the President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and assumed her duties as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Czech… more ►
The Czechs participate again at the European Film Festival
,01.10.2019 / 09:39 | Aktualizováno: 01.10.2019 / 09:59
From 13 to 29 September 2019, the European Film Festival took place in Mandalay and Yangon. For the second time since its reopening, the Embassy of the Czech Republic presented a Czech film in the adult category to the Myanmar public. more ►
International Day of Democracy - the Czech Embassy Statement
,15.09.2019 / 11:14 | Aktualizováno: 18.09.2019 / 12:14
On behalf of the Delegation of the European Union, as well as on behalf of the Member States’ Diplomatic missions resident to the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, The Embassy of the Czech Republic would like to present the following… more ►
Czech Universities and Students' Associations Presented at Yadanabon University in Mandalay
,13.08.2019 / 10:14 | Aktualizováno: 13.08.2019 / 10:29
On 7 August 2019, Viktor Michalík, Deputy Head of Mission, visited Yadanabon University in Mandalay on the invitation of the local Students’ Union. During his visit he was met by the Rector, Prof. Dr. Maung Maung Naing, with whom he… more ►
Franz Kafka Festival in Yangon
,12.07.2019 / 10:18 | Aktualizováno: 15.07.2019 / 06:49
From June 19 to June 23 2019, The Franz Kafka Festival, organized by the Czech Embassy in close cooperation with the Goethe Institute and other partners - Japan Foundation, the Embassy of Switzerland, the French Cultural Institute and PEN… more ►
The Czech Embassy welcomes an inspirative article on Czech-Myanmar relations
,31.05.2019 / 05:20 | Aktualizováno: 31.05.2019 / 05:26
On 30 May 2019 Myanmar web newspaper 7Day Daily published a nice article showing Czech-Myanmar relations from Myanmar perspective. You may find it here. more ►
New Honorary Consulate of the Czech Republic in Mandalay opened
,21.05.2019 / 04:53 | Aktualizováno: 21.05.2019 / 05:01
On May 19, 2019, the Honorary Consulate of the Czech Republic in Mandalay was officially inaugurated. more ►
Czechia contributes to the development of Chin State
,07.05.2019 / 12:13 | Aktualizováno: 09.07.2020 / 12:22
One of the regions where Czechia focuses its development cooperation is Chin State. On 2nd May 2019 a new project was launched and its aim is to build a new school building in Taungzalat village. However, the scope of Czech activities in that… more ►
Press Release of Poetizer: a new social networking site
,21.03.2019 / 03:11 | Aktualizováno: 15.05.2019 / 12:04
(21.03.2019, Prague) In light of the recent horrific terrorist attack in Christchurch in New Zealand and the general rise of movements tied to xenophobia, anti-semitism, Islamophobia, and anti-immigrant sentiment, poetry can be a much-needed… more ►
Czech A-Sar-A-Sa - Czech Cuisine Presentation in Yangon
,28.11.2018 / 08:20 | Aktualizováno: 05.12.2018 / 09:47
As a part of the celebrations of this year's Czech/Czechoslovak anniversaries, the Czech Food Fest in Yangon was officially inaugurated at Sule Shangri-la hotel on 26 November 2018 under the name "Czech A-Sar-A-Sa". more ►
Aung San Suu Kyi Appreciated the Czech Republic's Assistance to Myanmar Drug Addicts
,30.10.2018 / 07:17 | Aktualizováno: 30.10.2018 / 09:38
On 19 October 2018, as a part of the monitoring of our small scale local development project "Renovation of the Drug Rehabilitation Center”, Ambassador J. Doleček attended its opening ceremony in Myitkyina, the capital of the Kachin state.… more ►
National Day Reception in Nay Pyi Taw - Celebrating 100 Years of Statehood
,29.10.2018 / 03:28 | Aktualizováno: 06.11.2018 / 05:37
On 28 October 2018, the National Day Reception was held in Hilton Nay Pyi Taw to celebrate the centenary of the Czech/Czechoslovak statehood. more ►
Czech Faitful Days Exhibition opened in Yangon on International Day of Democracy
,17.09.2018 / 11:39 | Aktualizováno: 17.09.2018 / 11:55
On Saturday, September 15, 2018, the exhibition "Czech Fateful Dates," prepared by our Embassy in cooperation with curator Dana Kyndrová and Czech Centers, was officially opened at the Myanmar National Museum in Yangon. more ►
European Film Festival Brings a Czech Film to Yangon
,14.09.2018 / 06:14 | Aktualizováno: 24.09.2018 / 05:35
During European Film Festival, a Czech Film Pelíšky (Cosy Dens) will be screened in Yangon twice - in Goethe Villa and in Nay Pyi Taw Cinema. more ►
2018 Schuman Awards presented
,19.03.2018 / 09:22 | Aktualizováno: 19.03.2018 / 09:44
The European Union in Myanmar honoured Cheery Zahau, Ko Swe Win and Daw Khin Than Htwe with this year's Schuman Award for Human Rights. The three activists and human rights defenders received the award recognising their outstanding merits in… more ►
2018 Schuman Awards for outstanding merits in promoting European Values
,18.01.2018 / 08:27 | Aktualizováno: 18.01.2018 / 08:30
Czech Classical Music Concerts in Yangon
,15.12.2017 / 09:14 | Aktualizováno: 15.12.2017 / 09:33
On December 14 and 15, 2017, the first concerts of Czech classical music were performed in the history of Myanmar. more ►
Seminar on Czech Glass Making
,09.10.2017 / 08:15 | Aktualizováno: 12.02.2018 / 08:16
On Sunday, July 23, 2017, Association of Myanmar Architects held the seminar "Czech Glass Making, Art of Light Sculptures and Stained Glass in Architecture“ more ►
Czech Castles Exhibition in Myanmar
,03.10.2017 / 07:42 | Aktualizováno: 03.10.2017 / 08:04
On Thursday, September 28, 2017, the exhibition "Czech Castles and Chateaux" was officially opened at the Myanmar National Museum in Rangoon, prepared by our National Museum in cooperation with the National Heritage Institute of the Czech… more ►
Government Scholarships for Myanmar Students - Academic Year 2018/2019
,21.07.2017 / 05:53 | Aktualizováno: 21.07.2017 / 06:00
The Government of the Czech Republic awards 8 scholarships for students from Myanmar for academic year 2018/2019. Hereby, the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Yangon calls for applications for students from Myanmar. Register on-line before… more ►
Celebrations of the 80th anniversary of Václav Havel's Birth in Myanmar
,22.11.2016 / 09:16 | Aktualizováno: 22.11.2016 / 11:07
On 17 and 18 November 2016, celebrations of the 80th anniversary of the birth of former Czech president Václav Havel were held in the cities of Nay Pyi Taw and Yangon. more ►
Minister Jan Mládek on Official Visit to Myanmar/Burma
,04.11.2016 / 09:42 | Aktualizováno: 04.11.2016 / 10:07
H. E. Mr. Jan Mládek, Minister of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic, conducted an official visit to Myanmar/Burma from October 30th to November 1st, 2016. more ►
Czech National Day Celebrations in Myanmar
,03.11.2016 / 10:12 | Aktualizováno: 03.11.2016 / 10:30
On October 28 and October 31 2016, the Embassy held two events, one in Yangon and one in Nay Pyi Taw, to celebrate the National Day of the Czech Republic. more ►
Statement of the MFA on the General Elections in Myanmar/Burma
,12.11.2015 / 04:10 | Aktualizováno: 12.11.2015 / 04:12
The Czech Republic followed with great attention the general elections in Myanmar/Burma on November 8, 2015, as well as preceding campaign. It is encouraging that the elections were conducted in calm, peaceful and relatively free manner. Major… more ►
