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Asia Faces Fuel Shortages Amid Iran War, Energy Measures Implemented

3/26/2026

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Asia Faces Fuel Crisis

Countries in Asia face fuel shortages as the Iran war blocks the Strait of Hormuz.
Governments are considering energy-saving measures, including work-from-home policies, to conserve energy.
The Philippines declared a national energy emergency.
Thailand ordered bureaucrats to work from home.
Thailand set air conditioning temperatures above 25 degrees Celsius.

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Australia Addresses Fuel Crisis

Australia will hold a second emergency national cabinet meeting to address rising fuel costs tied to the Iran war.
About 470 service stations report fuel shortages, prompting calls for federal coordination in supply distribution.
In the Philippines, the government has allowed lower-grade fuel to ensure supply, and Malaysia has significantly increased financial support.
South Korea plans a $16.61 billion supplementary budget to support those affected by rising prices.

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Historical Context

The Iran-Iraq War (1980-1988) began when Iraq invaded Iran, aiming to seize the oil-rich Khuzestan province. This conflict disrupted global oil supplies, causing prices to peak at $39 per barrel in 1981. Today, similar tensions in the Strait of Hormuz prompt countries like the Philippines and Thailand to adopt energy-saving measures, highlighting the ongoing significance of Iran's geopolitical role in energy markets.

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Asia Faces Fuel Crisis

Countries in Asia face fuel shortages as the Iran war blocks the Strait of Hormuz.
Governments are considering energy-saving measures, including work-from-home policies, to conserve energy.
The Philippines declared a national energy emergency.
Thailand ordered bureaucrats to work from home.
Thailand set air conditioning temperatures above 25 degrees Celsius.

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