Philippines declares energy emergency over Middle East conflict risks

South China Morning Post National SecurityNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by ReutersMarch 24, 2026 at 01:01 PM

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On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr declared a state of national energy emergency due to the Middle East conflict and its potential impact on the country's energy supply. The declaration, effective for one year, aims to ensure the availability and distribution of essential goods like fuel, food, and medicine. The government is authorized to procure fuel and petroleum products, potentially with advance payments, to maintain sufficient supply. Philippine Energy Secretary Sharon Garin stated the country has approximately 45 days of fuel supply based on current consumption. The government is actively working to secure 1 million barrels of oil to bolster its reserves amidst global energy market uncertainty and supply chain disruptions.

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The government was working to procure 1 million barrels of oil to build its buffer stock.

factual — Sharon Garin100% confidence

The country has around 45 days of fuel supply based on current consumption levels.

statistic — Sharon Garin100% confidence

The declaration will remain in effect for one year.

factual — Article100% confidence

The conflict had created uncertainty in global energy markets and supply chain disruption.

quote — Marcos Jnr100% confidence

Philippine President declared a state of national energy emergency due to the Middle East conflict.

factual — Article100% confidence

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Southeast Asia 50% Sharon Garin 60% Middle East 80% Ferdinand Marcos Jnr ×390% Philippines ×290%

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energy emergency 100% fuel supply 90% middle east conflict 80% energy security 70% supply chain disruption 60% oil prices 60% global energy markets 50% petroleum products 50% buffer stock 40%

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South China Morning Post

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Philippines

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