Philippines, Vietnam to import LNG, but long-term doubts loom

Competition from renewables raises fears new terminals will be 'underutilized'

20230306 Philippines gas terminal 2 (bird's eye view)

AG&P is finishing construction of one of the Philippines' first liquefied natural gas import terminals. (Photo courtesy of the company)

SAYUMI TAKE, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- The Philippines and Vietnam are nearing their long-delayed debuts as importers of liquefied natural gas, even as competition from renewables and fears of future gas supply disruptions are heating up the debate over the fuel's role in supporting growing Southeast Asian economies.

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