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Japan moves to secure petrochemical supply after fiscal 2026
Japan moves to secure petrochemical supply after fiscal 2026
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says Japan will lift toluene supply and build direct channels to ease shortages in paints, thinners and plastic materials.Snack bags go black and white — Iran war squeezes Japan’s ink supply
Snack bags go black and white — Iran war squeezes Japan’s ink supply
WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026
Calbee will temporarily switch some snack packaging to two-colour designs as the Iran war disrupts naphtha and printing ink suppliesThailand may face dual water risks as El Niño risk rises from May to July
Thailand may face dual water risks as El Niño risk rises from May to July
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
The Provincial Waterworks Authority is raising drought plans nationwide as experts warn of shortages, floods and flash floods in the same year.Airlines worldwide hit by Iran war with fare rises, cuts and closures
Airlines worldwide hit by Iran war with fare rises, cuts and closures
WEDNESDAY, MAY 06, 2026
Jet fuel prices have risen more than 80%, prompting carriers to cut 9.3 million seats and raise fares, with warnings of possible shortages.El Niño impact puts 41 Thai provinces at risk of water shortages
El Niño impact puts 41 Thai provinces at risk of water shortages
TUESDAY, MAY 05, 2026
Water agencies identify risks nationwide, while TEI says systemic adaptation under Thailand’s National Adaptation Plan must be accelerated.Vietnam accelerates Laos electricity imports to avert shortages
Vietnam accelerates Laos electricity imports to avert shortages
MONDAY, MAY 04, 2026
Hanoi orders stronger grid links and cross-border purchases as Laos' hydropower and renewable projects gain strategic weight.Could Bangladesh become the first country to run short of fuel?
Could Bangladesh become the first country to run short of fuel?
SATURDAY, APRIL 04, 2026
Bangladesh, heavily dependent on imported energy, is tightening fuel use as the Iran war deepens oil and LNG supply fears across AsiaMyanmar backs EV-for-old-car swaps to cut fuel use and imports
Myanmar backs EV-for-old-car swaps to cut fuel use and imports
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Min Aung Hlaing says Myanmar will tie EV imports to scrapping old fuel vehicles as authorities seek to ease fuel shortages and shield farmers from rising fertiliser costs.Philippines, Vietnam seek Japan support over oil shortages
Philippines, Vietnam seek Japan support over oil shortages
FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2026
With only limited short-term supplies at home, Manila and Hanoi are asking Tokyo for reserve oil and energy-saving assistance as Japan puts domestic stability first.Cambodia hit by LPG shock as major supplier halts sales from April 1
Cambodia hit by LPG shock as major supplier halts sales from April 1
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2026
Cambodia faces mounting LPG disruption after Sokimex suspends sales from April 1, deepening fuel pressure on households and public transport