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Illegal fuel production in Laos exposes vehicle risks
Authorities in Vientiane have shut down an illegal fuel production facility producing substandard petrol with dangerously high sulphur content, following a raid on April 4, 2026.
Bangladesh turns to spot market yet again to counter supply fears
Bangladesh has accelerated its efforts to secure confirmed LNG supplies by moving to purchase three additional cargoes for May delivery from the spot market as concerns continue over potential disruptions from the Gulf.
Pakistan confronts power shortfall as oil and gas shocks expose internal weakness
Pakistan is facing the prospect of a power shortfall approaching 30% as a combination of external oil and LNG supply disruptions and domestic mismanagement places significant strain on the country’s energy system.
Taiwanese EV producer eyes $25mn Philippines plant
A Taiwanese manufacturer of electric vehicle (EV) buses is exploring plans to build a $25mn production facility in the Philippines.
IMF presses Pakistan to cap energy subsidies
Pakistan has been asked by the International Monetary Fund to restrict energy sector subsidies to a ceiling of PKR830bn ($2.98bn) in the forthcoming budget, as part of ongoing fiscal consolidation efforts.
Laos inflation accelerates amid a sharp increase in fuel prices
Laos’ inflation has surged to 9.7%, driven by soaring fuel prices linked to the global oil crisis
Chinese energy giant expands ambitions in Vietnam's power sector
China Energy Engineering Group Global is seeking to deepen cooperation with Vietnam’s state utility as it targets opportunities in clean and conventional power.
Cambodian tuk-tuk drivers demand support amid fuel crisis
Hundreds of tuk-tuk drivers in Phnom Penh staged a protest against ride-hailing platform Grab on April 3, demanding higher fares and lower commissions as soaring fuel prices squeeze their earnings.
Russia to increase energy supplies to India
Russia has indicated it is prepared to increase deliveries of oil and LNG to India, in order to maintain support for New Delhi’s fertiliser requirements, as global energy markets remain unsettled.
Taiwan secures LNG supply assurances from a ‘major’ country
Taiwan has received assurances over LNG supplies from a major producing country, according to the island’s economy minister, as concerns grow over the impact of the Iran war on energy imports from the Middle East.
Tight LNG market spurs China to resell record volumes
The world’s largest LNG importer is capitalizing on sky-high prices in the Asian LNG spot market with Chinese firms reselling record volumes amid ample supply from domestic and pipeline gas.
Japanese tanker becomes first LNG vessel to transit Strait of Hormuz
A Japanese LNG carrier belonging to Mitsui OSK Lines has become the first LNG vessel to pass through the Strait of Hormuz since the conflict erupted in the Middle East.
Japan’s JERA annuls deal with Commonwealth LNG
Japan’s largest energy company JERA has terminated its long-term LNG sales and purchase agreement with US developer Commonwealth LNG.
China resells LNG cargoes at premium as Asian prices surge
China has been reselling liquefied natural gas cargoes, including volumes linked to Russian projects, at two to three times their original purchase price, as it capitalises on a sharp rise in Asian energy price spike.
Reactor vessel installed at Lianjiang Unit 2 in China
A reactor pressure vessel has been installed at unit 2 of the Lianjiang nuclear power plant in Guangdong province, marking progress on one of two CAP1000 reactors planned for the site’s first phase.
Japan eases nuclear anti-terror deadline rules
Japan’s Nuclear Regulation Authority has approved a plan to relax rules governing the deadline for installing anti-terrorism facilities at nuclear power plants.
Chinese consortium launches 400 MW Laos solar project
A new consortium led by Chinese firms is advancing plans for a 400 MW solar power plant in Laos, marking a significant push into Southeast Asia’s renewable energy market.
IFC backs Malaysia semiconductor materials plant with $125mn loan
The International Finance Corporation is to provide a loan of up to $125mn to OCI TerraSus, a subsidiary of OCI Holdings, to support the development of a semiconductor-grade polysilicon manufacturing facility.
Vietnam upgrades 500kV Pho Noi substation capacity
Vietnam Electricity National Power Transmission Corporation, a subsidiary of Vietnam Electricity, has energised the upgraded 500kV Pho Noi substation in Hung Yen province.
India signs coal gasification project deal at Lakhanpur
India has taken a significant step in advancing its coal gasification roadmap with the signing of a land leasing agreement for a proposed coal-to-ammonium nitrate project at Lakhanpur in Odisha.
Pakistan, France discuss energy security, mining cooperation
Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik met France’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Nicolas Galey, to review the regional energy situation and explore opportunities for expanding bilateral cooperation in the energy and mining sectors.
Myanmar shuts fuel stations over QR rule breaches
Myanmar has temporarily closed 17 fuel stations and warned dozens more for failing to follow mandatory QR code procedures
Nearly $72mn granted to Vietnam’s forest programme
Vietnam has secured almost $72mn in climate finance to reward past efforts in protecting its forests.
Japan’s LNG diversification will not shield it against global price spikes
Diversified supply portfolios and crude oil-indexed contracts, do not shield Japanese buyers as is claimed. Approaching week six of the war in Iran, Japan remains fully exposed to Middle East supply disruptions.
Vietnam’s Vingroup to swap LNG-fired plant for renewable energy project
Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup is pivoting from building the country’s biggest LNG-fired power plant to a renewable energy project.
Seoul approves restart for Kori 2 nuclear reactor
Chubu Electric files report on seismic data irregularities
Chubu Electric Power has submitted a report to Japan’s nuclear regulator detailing irregularities in earthquake risk data at its Hamaoka nuclear power station in Shizuoka prefecture.
PowerX to build Hokkaido battery storage plant
PowerX plans to establish a battery energy storage system manufacturing facility in Hokkaido to expand production of grid-scale storage systems.
Pakistan nears launch of methane-to-LNG project at Sachal gas complex
Pakistan is in the final stages of rolling out an energy recovery project that will convert methane emissions into liquefied natural gas (LNG), marking a step towards cleaner and more efficient fuel utilisation.
Adani Green commissions 951-MW renewable capacity in India
Adani Green Energy Limited (NSE: ADANIGREEN) has operationalised 951 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy capacity across Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Ho Chi Minh City ramps up electric motorbike battery network
Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating the rollout of battery-swap cabinets and charging stations for electric motorbikes, aiming to have over 3,000 cabinets operational before April 20.
Diesel and LPG supplies under pressure nationwide in Cambodia
Cambodia is taking urgent steps to prevent a domestic fuel crunch as global supply disruptions push diesel and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) towards scarcity. Authorities are securing imports while urging households to conserve energy.
Rising fuel costs cripple Myanmar’s peak holiday season
Myanmar’s tourism sector is bracing for another blow as an escalating fuel crisis threatens to slash domestic travel during the nine-day Thingyan holiday, traditionally the busiest period of the year.
Vietnam strengthens energy security through solar rollout
Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered stronger electricity-saving efforts and a faster rollout of self-produced rooftop solar as the country works to secure energy supplies amid rising demand and global uncertainty.
Cyclone shuts down Australian LNG plants further squeezing supply
Around 8% of the world’s LNG supply was disrupted by cyclone Narelle off the western coast of Australia.
Oyster Renewable, Jindal Stainless commission 315.6-MW hybrid project
Oyster Renewable Energy Private Limited and Jindal Stainless have partly commissioned a 315.6 MW solar-wind hybrid renewable energy project in Agar-Malwa, Madhya Pradesh.
Sany of China plans €1bn green energy and data centre project in Romania
Chinese industrial conglomerate Sany Group plans to invest more than €1bn in a large-scale hybrid energy and data centre project in western Romania.
Thai authorities hike diesel despite rising subsidy costs
Diesel prices in Thailand have climbed above THB40 ($1.21) per litre for the first time in months, following an overnight decision by authorities to raise fuel rates amid soaring global oil costs.
Cambodia promotes renewable energy with zero EV import tax
Cambodia is stepping up its green transition, removing import taxes on electric vehicles (EVs) and related electrical products from April 1, 2026, as the country seeks to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and promote renewable energy.
India’s Northern Coalfields meets 140mn tonne coal output target ahead of schedule
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), the Singrauli-based flagship arm of Coal India (NSE: COALINDIA), has achieved its annual coal production target of 140mn tonnes ahead of schedule for the financial year 2025–26.
Singapore’s path towards nuclear energy use
Singapore is taking another step toward the possible deployment of nuclear power, with the National Environment Agency announcing plans to commission three studies focused on nuclear safety standards and environmental safeguards.
Sri Lanka raises power tariffs as war-driven energy costs mount
Sri Lanka has increased electricity tariffs for most households by 7.2% and for industries by 8.7%, as the country contends with rising energy costs linked to the Iran war.
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