Yunnan Yuntianhua Group recently awarded the fourth "Yuntianhua Scholarship" at Yezin Agricultural University in Myanmar, and presented scholarships to 132 outstanding students from the university.
Dr. Kyaw Swe Linn, director of the Planning Department at the Ministry of Agriculture in Myanmar, said that agriculture is one of Myanmar's crucial pillars. Cultivating agricultural talents and promoting technological innovation in the agricultural sector are of paramount importance. Over the past five years, Yuntianhua Group has awarded a total of $87,000 in "Yuntianhua Scholarships" to 87 students at Yezin Agricultural University in Myanmar.
Zhang Zhonghua, the head of the temporary liaison office of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Nay Pyi Taw, expressed that the relationship between China and Myanmar has a long history, with agricultural cooperation being a major highlight. In recent years, China has supported over 30 specific projects through the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Special Fund in Myanmar. This support includes organizing multilateral and bilateral training programs in the agricultural sector, as well as providing education in various academic fields, thereby cultivating a significant number of agricultural research talents in Myanmar.
He Tao, general manager of commerce at Yuntianhua, expressed that agriculture is one of the key pillars of Myanmar's economy. Cultivating excellent agricultural professionals is crucial for advancing agricultural planting techniques in Myanmar and promoting its sustainable development.
He said that "Looking ahead, Yuntianhua will leverage its advantages in industrial and supply chains. We will provide advanced scientific agricultural technology services to Myanmar through such measures as cross-border agricultural cooperation, agricultural planting services, experimental demonstration fields, and establishing scholarships."
U Ye Min Aung, chairman of the Myanmar Rice Federation, hopes that Yuntianhua can strengthen its cooperation with the Myanmar Rice Federation. He expressed hope for both parties to collaborate in making greater contributions to the agricultural development of Myanmar.
Dr. Nang Hseng Hom, the president of Yezin Agricultural University, stated that signing the "Yuntianhua Scholarship" agreement establishes a solid foundation for cooperative development in the educational field. Dr. Nang Hseng Hom believes that the "Yuntianhua Scholarship" will serve as an important financial support for award-winning students to carry out research work.
Since 2017, Yuntianhua has established strategic cooperation agreements with Yunnan Agricultural University and Yezin Agricultural University in Myanmar, establishing the "Yuntianhua Study Abroad Fund" and the "Yuntianhua Scholarship."
These initiatives are aimed at supporting scientific research, visits, and studies for both Chinese and Burmese students and teachers. They provide a platform for educational exchange, encouraging and supporting outstanding students and teachers from Yezin Agricultural University to visit and study in China. These efforts aim to help Myanmar cultivate more agricultural technology experts.
Up to now, the "Yuntianhua Study Abroad Fund" and the "Yuntianhua Scholarship" have provided nearly 3 million yuan($410,000) in support, benefiting more than 250 students and teachers.
