Can power trade and imports help ease power shortages in Myanmar?

While power trade and imports could help ease the electricity supply shortages, it remains challenging under the current political circumstance in Myanmar. Myanmar’s power sector continues to record losses due to a combination of several factors, including currency depreciation, increasing grid maintenance cost, and revenue decline.

Is there a reliable assessment of current and future electricity demand in Myanmar?

Currently, there is no robust and credible assessment of current and future electricity demand in Myanmar.

What are the key challenges in Myanmar's power sector?

Key Challenges in the Power Sector Myanmar’s power sector expanded rapidly during the past decade, relying on natural gas and hydropower to meet fast-growing electricity demands. The total installed generating capacity increased from about 2,800 MW in 2010 to 7,100 MW in 2022.

Is Myanmar's power sector affected by political and macroeconomic instability?

Myanmar’s power sector has been severely afected by political and macroeconomic instability since the February 2021 military takeover. Following the significant uncertainty and volatility that characterized much of 2022, economic conditions appear to have stabilized in the first half of 2023.