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Taiwan Refutes LNG Shortage Rumors Amid Middle East Conflict

3/26/2026

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False social media claims state that Taiwan will run out of liquefied natural gas (LNG) within 11 days due to Middle East war disruptions.
Taiwanese authorities refute the rumors, saying reserves are sufficient for March and April.
Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin notes one-third of Taiwan's LNG comes from Qatar and alternatives exist.
The Ministry outlines contingency plans to maintain supply amid the conflict, and experts warn against disinformation.

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False social media claims state that Taiwan will run out of liquefied natural gas (LNG) within 11 days due to Middle East war disruptions.
Taiwanese authorities refute the rumors, saying reserves are sufficient for March and April.
Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin notes one-third of Taiwan's LNG comes from Qatar and alternatives exist.
The Ministry outlines contingency plans to maintain supply amid the conflict, and experts warn against disinformation.