Singapore Foreign Minister Visits Jakarta Over Gas Cut and Haze

Singapore Foreign Minister Visits Jakarta Over Gas Cut and Haze

Reuters reported that Singapore's foreign minister Lawrence Wong visited Jakarta on 27 October, meeting President Prabowo Subianto to discuss the recent cut in Indonesian gas shipments to Singapore and the persistent haze from forest fires. Indonesia reduced daily gas exports to Singapore by about 31 million cubic feet on 24 October to prioritise its own power generation, a move the Indonesian energy ministry said met contractual minimums. Singapore’s Energy Minister Tan See Leng said the cut, representing less than 2 % of daily demand, would not raise short-term electricity prices. Gas Supply began reviewing contracts and seeking commercial remedies, while the Workers’ Party urged that existing contracts be honoured.

The Energy Market Authority announced a S$5. 3 billion five-year plan to expand the power grid, add gas-fired plants and boost solar capacity, and later set a target of 4 GWp of solar by 2035. Indonesia’s energy minister said the country would seek gasoline supplies from India and China to diversify away from Singapore.

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October 27, 2026
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Singapore Foreign Minister to Visit Indonesia Amid Gas Supply Cut and Haze Dispute
Singapore Foreign Minister to Visit Indonesia Amid Gas Supply Cut and Haze Dispute

Reuters • 27 Oct 02:40

Singapore's foreign minister will travel to Jakarta as the two countries grapple with a reduced gas flow and ongoing haze from Indonesian forest fires.

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Singapore Sets New 2035 Solar Goal and Expands Public-Sector Installations
Singapore Sets New 2035 Solar Goal and Expands Public-Sector Installations

CNA • 27 Oct 02:34

Singapore announced a target of 4 GWp of solar capacity by 2035 and outlined plans to install panels on public structures, launch innovation challenges and create a digital portal for homeowners.

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Indonesia to Seek Gasoline Supplies from India and China to Reduce Dependence on Singapore
Indonesia to Seek Gasoline Supplies from India and China to Reduce Dependence on Singapore

Jakarta Globe • 27 Oct 02:05

Indonesia's energy minister will travel to India and China to negotiate long-term gasoline contracts as the country looks to diversify its fuel imports away from Singapore.

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October 26, 2026
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Indonesia defends reduced gas exports to Singapore, cites contract limits and domestic needs
Indonesia defends reduced gas exports to Singapore, cites contract limits and domestic needs

The Star • 26 Oct 13:14

Indonesia says its recent cut of about 8% in pipeline gas shipments to Singapore complies with existing contracts and is driven by maintenance and domestic electricity demand.

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Indonesia Says Gas Export Reductions to Singapore Meet Contract Minimums
Indonesia Says Gas Export Reductions to Singapore Meet Contract Minimums

The Business Times • 26 Oct 13:07

Indonesia's cut of natural gas shipments to Singapore stays within the contractual minimum, while the government reviews its export policy to balance domestic energy needs.

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Indonesia says gas export reduction to Singapore complies with contract limits
Indonesia says gas export reduction to Singapore complies with contract limits

CNA • 26 Oct 11:17

Indonesia reduced daily gas shipments to Singapore by about 8%, staying within contractual minimums, while both governments said they will honor existing agreements.

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Singapore expands gas, solar and import projects to strengthen energy security
Singapore expands gas, solar and import projects to strengthen energy security

The Straits Times • 26 Oct 10:15

Singapore will add five new natural-gas plants, triple solar capacity and import over 10 GW of electricity from neighboring countries as part of a plan to boost energy security through 2035.

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Indonesia defends reduced gas exports to Singapore, cites contracts and domestic needs
Indonesia defends reduced gas exports to Singapore, cites contracts and domestic needs

The Straits Times • 26 Oct 07:40

Indonesia says its cut of 31 million cubic feet of daily gas exports to Singapore complies with contractual minimums and is driven by maintenance and rising domestic demand.

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Singapore unveils five-year plan to expand power grid, storage and solar capacity
Singapore unveils five-year plan to expand power grid, storage and solar capacity

CNA • 26 Oct 01:53

Singapore will invest up to S$5.3 billion over the next five years to expand its electricity grid, add new gas-fired plants and boost solar and storage capacity as demand is expected to rise sharply.

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Singapore unveils S$5.3 billion five-year plan to expand power grid and boost low-carbon energy
Singapore unveils S$5.3 billion five-year plan to expand power grid and boost low-carbon energy

The Business Times • 26 Oct 01:50

The Energy Market Authority announced a S$5.3 billion investment to expand Singapore’s electricity grid, add new gas-fired plants, increase solar capacity and explore low-carbon options such as offshore wind, hydrogen and geothermal energy.

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Singapore expands energy mix and infrastructure to counter resource nationalism
Singapore expands energy mix and infrastructure to counter resource nationalism

The Straits Times • 26 Oct 01:49

Minister for Energy, Trade and Industry Tan See Leng outlined plans to diversify Singapore's energy sources, boost solar capacity and develop new power infrastructure amid global supply challenges.

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October 25, 2026
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Workers’ Party urges honouring of Indonesia gas contracts amid export cut
Workers’ Party urges honouring of Indonesia gas contracts amid export cut

The Straits Times • 25 Oct 14:10

Singapore’s Workers’ Party said it regrets Indonesia’s reduction of natural gas shipments and called for contracts to be respected while highlighting the need for energy diversification.

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Singapore gas importer to assess contract breach after Indonesia cuts supply
Singapore gas importer to assess contract breach after Indonesia cuts supply

The Business Times • 25 Oct 05:55

Minister Tan See Leng said Singapore has sufficient gas from other sources and will let Gas Supply examine contracts for any breach following Indonesia's reduction of pipeline deliveries.

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Singapore gas importer to assess contract breach after Indonesia cuts supply
Singapore gas importer to assess contract breach after Indonesia cuts supply

The Straits Times • 25 Oct 05:40

Indonesia will reduce pipeline gas exports to Singapore, prompting Gas Supply to review contracts and seek commercial remedies, while officials say the impact on electricity prices will be limited.

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Indonesia gas export cut unlikely to raise Singapore electricity prices, says Energy Minister Tan See Leng
Indonesia gas export cut unlikely to raise Singapore electricity prices, says Energy Minister Tan See Leng

CNA • 25 Oct 05:07

Singapore's Energy Minister Tan See Leng said the reduction in Indonesian gas supplies, representing less than 2% of daily demand, should not affect short-term electricity prices, citing diversified supply and global price indexing.

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Singapore urges honor of gas contracts as Indonesia cuts exports
Singapore urges honor of gas contracts as Indonesia cuts exports

CNA • 25 Oct 04:34

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said Singapore will protect its rights under commercial gas contracts after Indonesia reduced pipeline supplies, and highlighted plans to diversify energy sources.

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Singapore urges contract compliance as Indonesia reduces gas exports
Singapore urges contract compliance as Indonesia reduces gas exports

The Straits Times • 25 Oct 02:42

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said Singapore will protect its interests after Indonesia announced a cut of up to 31 billion BBTU per day in gas supplies, and highlighted plans to diversify energy sources including nuclear options.

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October 24, 2026
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Indonesia Cuts Daily Gas Exports to Singapore to Prioritise Domestic Power Needs
Indonesia Cuts Daily Gas Exports to Singapore to Prioritise Domestic Power Needs

CNA • 24 Oct 09:49

Indonesia reduced natural gas shipments to Singapore by about 31 million cubic feet per day, redirecting the supply to meet its own electricity generation requirements.

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