The Diplomat called it an energy playbook. The Jakarta Post called it a strategy that predated the crisis. Both agree: Prabowo’s circuit was not improvised, even if Hormuz made it feel that way.
Singapore has activated its Homefront Crisis Ministerial Committee and directed every ministry and statutory board to cut electricity use as LNG prices double. The sharp tariff increase arrives in Q3.
Vietnam Electricity confirmed Unit 1 of Quang Trach 1 Thermal Power Plant successfully synchronised with the national grid on April 12, moving the project toward a May commercial launch.
President Marcos has suspended excise taxes on LPG and kerosene under RA 12316, the Philippines' new emergency fuel tax law. Diesel and gasoline remain under review.