THE Ministry of Commerce is overseeing import of essential medical supplies plus anti-COVID devices that are critical to the COVID-19 prevention, control and treatment activities, including liquid oxygen and oxygen cylinders, through trading posts, international airports and seaports.

Anti-COVID-19 equipment was imported by one company using three vehicles. A total of 22 tonnes of masks were imported via the Chinshwehaw trade camp yesterday.

From 1 to 8 January, a total of 20 tonnes of liquid oxygen, which was carried by four lorries and one bower, and 22 tonnes of masks were imported.

In the meantime, one bowser transported liquid oxygen to Yangon via the Myawady Trading Zone.

Officials from the relevant departments are cooperating to facilitate and expedite the standard operating procedures, 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

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