NDRC: China's power plants hold 210 mln t of coal, enough for 34 days of use

China's major power generators held 210 million tonnes of thermal coal in stock as of June 16, enough to cover around 34 days of consumption, the country's top economic planner, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), said on June 18. This shows that as the peak summer season progresses, fuel availability is at a comfortable level, Mysteel Global notes.

The figures were disclosed at a press conference held by the NDRC, where spokesperson Li Chao said that ensuring coal availability remains a key priority for the government. "Safe and stable coal supply is a crucial part of energy security," Li said, adding that the NDRC had convened a nationwide