EnergyPhilippines, Vietnam to import LNG, but long-term doubts loom
Competition from renewables raises fears new terminals will be 'underutilized'
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.