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Vietnam Faces Flight Cuts Amid Jet Fuel Shortage

3/17/2026

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  • Vietnam may cut domestic flights starting April 2026 due to jet fuel shortages.
  • Vietnam imports two-thirds of jet fuel, with 60% sourced from China and Thailand.
  • The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has warned airlines to prepare for operational changes.
  • Petrolimex and Skypec can guarantee supply through March 2026.
  • Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked Thailand for help as officials seek alternatives such as South Korea and Japan.