Indonesia’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Bahlil Lahadalia, announced a new strategy to supply industrial gas to the key economic areas of West Java, Banten, and Jakarta. The solution involves sourcing Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) from regions as distant as Maluku and Papua. This move aims to address current industrial gas demands and potentially stabilize pricing in these heavily industrialized provinces. The initiative signifies a shift towards utilizing resources from eastern Indonesia to support economic activity in the western part of the country. Details regarding the logistics and volume of LNG transported were not immediately available. This development is expected to enhance energy security for industries reliant on a consistent gas supply. Further information is anticipated regarding the long-term impact on regional energy distribution.