Anti-COVID-19 equipment, medical aid imported daily

The Ministry of Commerce is making efforts to ensure people have access to the essential medical supplies that are critical to the COVID-19 prevention, control and treatment activities, including liquid oxygen and oxygen cylinders, by arranging continuous importation through trading posts, international airports and seaports.
Anti-COVID-19 equipment was imported by two companies using six vehicles. A total of 470 empty oxygen cylinders and 43 tonnes of masks were imported via the Chinshwehaw trade camp and international seaports yesterday. Officials from relevant departments are cooperating to facilitate and expedite the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including online registration for the import process.
It is reported that the Ministry of Commerce is coordinating with relevant departments and treatment of COVID-19 as well as contact persons for inquires can be reached through the Ministry’s Website — www.commerce.gov.mm. — MNA