NDSC spokesman says issues faced by public in QR code fuel sales will be resolved quickly

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The National Defence and Security Council (NDSC) spokesman, Maj. Gen. Zaw Min Tun, said on March 14 that the government will quickly resolve the difficulties faced by the public in selling fuel using QR codes.

Maj. Gen. Zaw Min Tun said, “The government is aware of the difficulties faced by the public in selling fuel using QR codes at our fuel stations. We will pay special attention to the difficulties and errors encountered in connecting to the Road Transport Administration Department’s server and will quickly resolve them.”

He said Myanmar currently has more than 60 million gallons of gasoline in reserve, enough for about 40 days nationwide, and more than 85 million gallons of diesel, sufficient for around 50 days across the country. At present, three ships are loading fuel at the port, two are waiting at the entrance to Yangon Port, and three more are on their way to Myanmar.

“There are 12 ships at foreign ports for loading fuel. There are 19 ships that have signed contracts to import fuel into Myanmar in March and April. So, I would like to say that there is no need to worry about fuel,” said Maj. Gen. Zaw Min Tun.

In addition, global fuel prices are rising, and Myanmar's fuel prices are more reasonable than those of other countries due to the government's support.

''We must continue to implement fuel-saving programs in line with the international situation. We also appeal to the public to join in and help," said Maj. Gen. Zaw Min Tun.

Maj. Gen. Zaw Min Tun said global oil prices have increased by about 50 percent compared to previous levels, while shipping and insurance costs have also risen, making it necessary to continue implementing fuel-saving measures. He added that the public should be informed that there is sufficient fuel in reserve and that additional supplies will continue to arrive. There is no need for concern, as firm plans and agreements are in place to ensure a continuous supply of fuel.

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