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Japan Urges Australia for Increased LNG Amid Middle East Crisis

3/14/2026

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Japan's Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa asked Australia to increase LNG output to offset disruptions from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
Japan relies on the Middle East for 11% of LNG imports and 95% of crude oil, and the conflict has disrupted supply.
Akazawa emphasized Australia’s crucial role in Japan’s energy security.
Australian Resources Minister Madeleine King said Scarborough and Barossa production would soon increase, boosting LNG exports to Japan.

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Japan's Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa asked Australia to increase LNG output to offset disruptions from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
Japan relies on the Middle East for 11% of LNG imports and 95% of crude oil, and the conflict has disrupted supply.
Akazawa emphasized Australia’s crucial role in Japan’s energy security.
Australian Resources Minister Madeleine King said Scarborough and Barossa production would soon increase, boosting LNG exports to Japan.