Indonesian Government Ensures National Energy Supply Secure

RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta – The national energy supply remains secure amid global geopolitical dynamics, including tensions in the Middle East. Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Bahlil Lahadalia, made the statement during his press conference at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

He stated that the difficult period regarding the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) supply in Indonesia ended on the 4th. He also confirmed that supply ships would arrive shortly and that Indonesia will cease importing diesel.

“I would like to state that we have already overcome the difficult period regarding LPG as of the 4th. Thankfully, our current LPG reserves now have a capacity of over 10 days. Our ships will arrive shortly, and we will no longer import diesel; we will only import gasoline, with an outflow of approximately 20–22 million kiloliters. That’s all,” the Minister said.

According to him, Indonesia’s energy needs from the Middle East are quite limited. Imports from that region account for only 20–25 percent of crude oil needs, while the entire demand for petroleum products is met without relying on that region.

Bahlil stated, “The total we take from the Strait of Hormuz for crude oil—we never import petroleum products from the Middle East. What remains is just the crude oil, which accounts for about 20–25 percent.”

To maintain energy security, the government has diversified its supply sources from various countries, including Angola, Nigeria, and the United States. Additionally, the national LPG supply doesn't rely on distribution routes through the Strait of Hormuz but instead comes from other countries such as Australia.

Through proactive measures, supply diversification, and strong cross-sectoral coordination, the government ensures that national energy needs will be met and serve as the primary foundation for economic stability and public welfare.