Indonesia defends reduction in pipeline gas supplies to Singapore
Bahlil Lahadalia said maintenance and domestic needs prompted the cut, while Singapore called for commercial commitments to be honoured.
A 31 Mmscfd reduction in Indonesian gas deliveries to Singapore does not breach supply contracts, Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said on 26 October 2026. He put total pipeline exports at 409.55 Mmscfd and described the reduction as roughly 8 per cent.
At a ministry press conference, Bahlil attributed the cuts to well maintenance and the need to supply Indonesia’s domestic market. Deliveries from Natuna were reduced by 15 Mmscfd, while those from Sumatra fell by 16 Mmscfd. He said Indonesia respected its contractual commitments and that the reduction remained within the limits permitted.
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong had called on parties to meet their commercial obligations. In remarks reported by The Straits Times on 25 October 2026, he said Singaporean gas importers would take any necessary action to protect their rights and interests under the contracts.
Singapore’s Energy Market Authority said the supply cut accounted for less than 2 per cent of national daily gas demand. An authority spokesperson, citing figures from importers, reported a reduction of 17 BBTUD over 18 days. The country’s daily requirement exceeds 1,000 BBTUD.
Wong said an LNG terminal had given Singapore access to supplies from multiple countries rather than relying on pipelines, providing more options during disruptions.
