YANGON, March 23 (Xinhua) -- Myanmar introduced work-from-home Wednesdays for government departments starting March 25, 2026, until further notice to help reduce fuel consumption, according to a statement published in the state-owned daily The Mirror on Monday.
The Information Team of the National Defense and Security Council said in the newspaper that the primary objective of this measure is fuel conservation. Therefore, officers and staff must refrain from any non-essential travel or vehicle use on these designated work-from-home days.
It also encouraged private organizations and businesses to adopt similar arrangements whenever possible.
In response to potential fuel shortages linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the government had previously implemented odd-even vehicle rotation systems and fuel rationing.
Additionally, the government is working to secure fuel imports through various channels to ensure continued supply, it added. ■
