Indonesia has started reducing its natural gas exports to Singapore by 31 billion British thermal units per day (BBTUD) as of October 24, 2026. The move is part of President Prabowo Subianto’s government strategy to prioritize domestic energy needs amid growing concerns over energy security. The cuts affect gas supplies from Natuna and Sumatra, with exports from Natuna being reduced by 15 BBTUD and another 16 BBTUD from Sumatra.
SKK Migas chief Djoko Siswanto announced the reductions on October 23, stating that the cuts would take effect the following day. He clarified that the reductions would only impact Singapore due to the direct pipeline connections. The reduction represents about 8% of the pipeline gas Indonesia exported to Singapore in 2024, based on US Energy Information Administration figures.
The decision aligns with Indonesia’s long-term plan to reduce gas exports to meet rising domestic demand. In 2022, Jakarta agreed to extend gas supplies to Singapore until 2028 but at lower volumes. Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has emphasized the need to safeguard Indonesia’s energy resources, suggesting that export arrangements with neighboring countries may not be renewed.
Bahlil also warned that Indonesia could stop exporting energy to countries that do not show mutual respect. He noted that the government is reviewing gas allocations to direct more supplies towards domestic industries, particularly the petrochemical sector. Meanwhile, negotiations for cross-border electricity trade between Indonesia and Singapore remain unresolved due to pricing differences.