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Oct 24
20:27
SG Mothership
Singapore
S'pore has sufficient energy supplies, Indonesia's cuts on gas exports less than 2% of daily demand: EMA
The spokesperson added that Indonesia is not Singapore's only source of natural gas.
Oct 24
11:19
SG Mothership
Singapore
Indonesia to cut natural gas exports to S'pore from Oct. 24, 2026, days after minister warns of curbs on countries that ‘disrespect’ it
Only Singapore will be affected by the cuts so far.
Oct 24
10:16
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Indonesia cuts gas exports to Singapore
The move comes amid a diplomatic spat between Indonesia and countries in the region over haze from wildfires on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra, choking cities in neighbouring states.
Oct 24
08:39
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Govt ready to pay RM45bil a year to absorb fuel subsidy costs
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rejects the view that generous subsidies make the people overly dependent on government assistance.
Oct 23
16:55
SG Mothership
Singapore
S'pore to import biomethane, a low-carbon alternative to natural gas, with wider adoption from 2028
Other efforts by METI to help industries decarbonise include programmes to accelerate R&D and connect researchers with industry, Gan said.
Oct 23
16:16
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Teodoro: Forcibly towing Sierra Madre an act of war
DEFENSE Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday warned that any attempt by China to tow away the grounded BRP Sierra Madre from Ayungin Shoal constitutes an act of war against the Philippines.“We …
Oct 23
15:22
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
US authorises emergency release of up to 400,000 barrels of oil from reserve
The authorisation was issued to address a supply disruption affecting Phillips 66's Lake Charles refinery in Louisiana.
Oct 23
11:30
JP The Japan Times
Japan
Government calls for stronger energy supply structure in white paper
The fiscal 2025 white paper on energy highlighted the need to strengthen Japan's energy supply-and-demand structure to prepare for future emergencies.
Oct 23
10:50
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Teodoro: Forcibly towing Sierra Madre an act of war
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday warned that any attempt by China to forcibly tow away the grounded BRP Sierra Madre from Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine …
Oct 23
10:00
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Johor’s data centre boom faces power supply crunch
Electricity supply constraints will delay the rollout of Johor’s data centre projects, says research firm BMI.
Oct 23
09:00
CN South China Morning Post
China
How the Philippines’ energy crisis is opening doors for deeper US military ties
The Philippines is turning to the United States to build its oil stockpile amid the global energy crunch, with observers saying the move could also serve Washington’s military interests and deepen strategic …
Oct 23
01:20
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Bersama’s RON95 proposal unrealistic, says DAP Youth leader
The wing's deputy chief Raja Ahmad Iskandar Fareez also says providing cash aid may not offset fuel price hikes.
Oct 22
19:06
SG Mothership
Singapore
Indonesian minister says country could stop exporting energy to others that 'disrespect it'
"Don’t come begging when you need something, but when there is another issue that can actually be discussed, behave like a relative who has no manners."
Oct 22
12:00
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Wan Fayhsal urges govt decision on nuclear power as energy crisis deepens
The Wawasan information chief says Malaysia cannot wait until 2030 to decide on nuclear power.
Oct 22
09:09
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Malaysia can become a regional marine fuel hub MSMalaysia boleh jadi hab bahan api marin serantau
Pemain industri berkata kekuatan dalam petroleum, pelabuhan dan kemudahan penyimpanan boleh dimanfaatkan untuk jana hasil baharu.
Oct 22
07:20
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Malaysia can’t bank on a favourable gas market, says economy minister
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 — The government is finalising the Natural Gas Roadmap (NGR) to guide the coordinated develop...
Oct 22
05:12
ID Antara News state media
Indonesia
Indonesia boosts national electricity capacity to support AI growth
Indonesia is expanding electricity capacity to power artificial intelligence (AI) growth as data centers drive rising ...
Oct 21
18:53
CN US-China Perception Monitor
China
Why the U.S. Dollar Isn’t Going Anywhere (Yet) w/ Ho-Fung Hung
The post Why the U.S. Dollar Isn’t Going Anywhere (Yet) w/ Ho-Fung Hung appeared first on U.S.-China Perception Monitor.
Oct 21
12:02
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
4 arrested over alleged illegal petroleum trading in Payatas
MANILA, Philippines — Four individuals were arrested for allegedly illegal petroleum trading in Quezon City, police said Wednesday. The entrapment operation was conducted at around 2:50 p.m. on Tuesday beside a gasoline …
Oct 21
11:00
TH The Thaiger
Thailand
Saijo Denki explains power use after viral air conditioner complaint
Thai air conditioner brand Saijo Denki disputed a Chinese influencer’s claim that one of its units consumed 790 electricity units in a month, resulting in an electricity bill of more than 6,000 …
Oct 21
07:43
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
UK govt approves drilling in controversial Jackdaw gas field
The decision to allow drilling at the Jackdaw field, about 240km east of Aberdeen, was welcomed by industry groups but criticised by environmentalists.
Oct 21
07:32
KR The Korea Herald
South Korea
Alaska LNG project costs could far exceed estimates, report warns
A $44 billion-plus LNG project in Alaska that Washington is pressing South Korea to back could face sharply higher costs, a consulting report warns. The report, submitted to Alaska lawmakers in January, …
Oct 21
06:34
CN CGTN state media
China
Premier Li's remarks at SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting
Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Tuesday delivered a speech at the 25th Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of Member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Dushanbe, the …
Oct 21
02:03
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Dollar weakens as US yields, oil prices fall
Investors have sought refuge in the US dollar amid market volatility driven by the Middle East war and AI investment frenzy, partly because of US energy independence.
Oct 21
00:35
TL Tatoli state media
Timor-Leste
Timor-Leste poverty rate falls to 37%, but economic inequality widens
DÍLI, 21 October 2026 (TATOLI) — Timor-Leste’s poverty rate fell from 48.4% in 2014 to 37.02% in 2024, but economic inequality increased and rural communities continued to face significantly higher levels of …
Oct 20
16:13
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
PH, Japanese leaders boost bilateral ties, cooperation
PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and advancing regional cooperation, Malacañang said.Marcos and Takaichi held a telephone conversation Tuesday ahead of …
Oct 20
12:01
SG Mothership
Singapore
S'pore & Qatar will work towards upgrading relations to Strategic Partnership, cooperate in energy, defence & trade
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's official visit includes Qatar from Oct. 18 to 20, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from Oct. 20 to 22.
Oct 20
11:42
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
PH electricity demand seen to spike in 2027 due to El Niño
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Energy (DOE) expects electricity demand to spike in 2027 because of an expected strong El Niño.Data from the agency showed that Luzon's peak demand for the …
Oct 20
10:06
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Marcos, Japan's Takaichi discuss bilateral ties, Asean preparations in phone call
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and advancing regional cooperation, Malacanang said.Marcos and Takaichi held a telephone conversation …
Oct 20
10:00
SG The Straits Times
Singapore
Small modular nuclear reactors: Singapore’s answer to energy security?
They offer more safety features and generate less nuclear waste, says a nuclear expert.
Oct 20
09:28
VN Thanh Nien News state media
Vietnam
Commencement of Quang Trach 2 LNG Thermal Power Plant, total investment 40.123 trillion VND VIKhởi công Nhà máy nhiệt điện LNG Quảng Trạch 2, tổng đầu tư 40.123 tỉ đồng
Tập đoàn Điện lực Việt Nam (EVN) tổ chức khởi công Nhà máy nhiệt điện LNG Quảng Trạch 2, đồng thời công bố phát điện lên lưới điện quốc gia đối với …
Oct 20
07:47
TH The Thaiger
Thailand
One million homes could get 50,000 baht for solar panels
Thailand is moving closer to introducing a 50,000-baht solar panel subsidy for up to one million households after a government screening committee approved a proposed 50-billion-baht funding package. The scheme is expected …
Oct 20
06:30
VN VN Express state media
Vietnam
EVN starts construction of LNG power plant worth over 40 trillion VND VIEVN khởi công nhà máy điện khí LNG hơn 40.000 tỷ đồng
Dự án điện LNG Quảng Trạch II có công suất gần 1.613 MW, tổng mức đầu tư hơn 40.000 tỷ đồng, dự kiến bổ sung sản lượng 9,5 tỷ kWh mỗi năm.
Oct 20
06:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
OIL PRICE WATCH as of Oct. 20, 2026
MANILA, Philippines — After two straight weeks of oil price increases, gasoline prices will roll back by at least P4.30 per liter and kerosene by P1 per liter on Tuesday, while diesel …
Oct 20
02:21
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Ukraine races to secure energy supplies ahead of winter
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Moscow targeted Ukraine's energy facilities 76 times in the week since Donald Trump announced a supposed 'energy ceasefire'.
Oct 20
01:07
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Data centres’ power demand to hit 8.39GW by 2030, with Johor accounting for biggest share
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Peak electricity demand from the data centre industry in Peninsular Malaysia is projected t...
Oct 20
00:21
TL Tatoli state media
Timor-Leste
President Ramos-Horta defends fossil fuel development as economic lifeline for climate transition
DÍLI, 19 October 2026 (TATOLI) – Speaking at the Global Citizen NOW: Perth 2026 Summit on Monday, President of the Republic and Nobel Peace Laureate José Ramos-Horta delivered a pragmatic and unvarnished …
Oct 19
19:44
CN South China Morning Post
China
China’s flag carrier scrambles to fly stranded passengers out of fuel-starved Cuba
Dozens of Air China passengers stranded in Cuba by successive cancellations were due to fly out on an extra flight on Monday, as a US oil embargo deepens the island’s energy crisis. …
Oct 19
15:41
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Data centre power demand to peak at 8.39 gigawatts by 2030
Those in Johor are expected to record the highest demand for electricity at 4.42GW.
Oct 19
13:44
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
MP proposes phasing out cooking oil price stabilisation scheme
Gopeng MP Tan Kar Hing says public funds should be used more effectively amid fiscal constraints, with the subsidies going instead to boost SARA payments.