{
  "id": 16416603,
  "title": "Singapore expects all parties to honour commitments, says PM Wong after Indonesia cuts gas exports",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/singapore-expects-all-parties-to-honour-commitments-says-pm-wong",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-25T02:49:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Business Times - Singapore",
    "slug": "the-business-times-singapore",
    "url": "https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/singapore-expects-all-parties-honour-commitments-says-pm-wong-after-indonesia-cuts-gas-exports"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasized on October 25 at the PAP conference that the country expects all parties involved to honor their commitments made under commercial contracts. Wong stated that Singapore's gas importer would take necessary measures to safeguard its rights and interests in light of Indonesia's recent cuts to gas exports to the city-state. Most of Singapore's electricity currently relies on natural gas, with a significant portion imported through pipelines from Indonesia. Wong mentioned that the reductions would only impact Singapore since the relevant export pipelines are connected directly to the city-state.\n\nIndonesia announced a reduction in natural gas exports to Singapore by 31 billion British thermal units per day (BBTUD) starting October 24, according to Indonesian media reports. This move was framed as part of President Prabowo Subianto's government's intention to prioritize domestic energy needs amid growing concerns over energy security. The cut affects gas supplied through pipelines from Natuna and Sumatra. The Energy Market Authority (EMA) stated that the reduction in gas supply from Indonesia would make up less than 2% of Singapore's total daily gas demand. Over an 18-day period, the total reduction amounts to 17 BBTUD.\n\nSingapore has been preparing for such risks and has invested in liquefied natural gas terminals to import natural gas from various countries, reducing dependence on pipelines, Wong added. The Prime Minister acknowledged the need to explore cleaner sources of power to provide reliable electricity around the clock, explaining why Singapore is seriously studying the potential of nuclear energy. He emphasized that safety concerns must be taken seriously but ruled out ruling out nuclear energy simply because it is difficult or controversial. Wong stressed the importance of assessing the risks and trade-offs carefully, engaging Singaporeans, and making the right decision to secure the country's energy future. An assessment by the International Atomic Energy Agency will take place in 2027 to determine if Singapore is ready to make an informed decision on deploying nuclear energy, covering 19 critical areas such as nuclear safety, radioactive waste management, and emergency planning.",
  "summary": "[SINGAPORE] Singapore expects all parties to honour their commitments made under commercial contracts, and the country’s gas importer will take necessary steps...",
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}