The Ministry of Electricity and Energy (MOEE) has said that measures are being taken to ensure that there are no power cuts during the summer of 2020. According to an article in the Myanmar Times, U Tin Maung Oo, permanent secretary of MOEE, said that the ministry will seek an additional supply of electricity powered through liquefied natural gas (LNG) next year. The power will be delivered on floating power barges in port towns such as Thilawa on the outskirts of Yangon, Kyaukphyu in Rakhine State, and Pathein in Ayeyarwady Region, according to an article in the Myanmar Times. Power consumption is growing by about 580 MW per year, up from estimates of 400 MW. This leads to frequent blackouts, particularly in Yangon. A lack of reliable power is often cited by businesses as one of the major challenges of operating a business in Myanmar.
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