Natural gas supply stable despite rising concerns about Qatari LNG: ministryBy Chen Cheng-hui / Staff reporterTaiwan’s natural gas supply remains stable through the end of May, despite rising concerns about potential disruptions to Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies due to escalating conflicts in the Middle East, the Ministry of Economic Affairs said yesterday. The ministry in a statement said that Taiwan has completed preparations for natural gas supply and shipping schedules through the end of May. It has also made plans to increase natural gas imports from regions outside the Middle East in June to ensure a stable supply, it added. A security guard stands at the entrance of Guantang Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal in Taoyuan on Friday. Photo: Ann Wang, ReutersTaiwan sources natural gas from 14 countries and is not solely dependent on the Middle East, the ministry said.

Source: Taipei Times March 23, 2026 17:15 UTC