Countries around the world are taking measures to contain the fuel supply crisis.

After 20 days from the start of military conflict in Middle EastCountries around the world began to adopt measures to contain the rise in oil and natural gas pricesAt the same time, governments seek to avoid a supply crisis of fuels in their territories. According to ReutersThe actions include… reduction in domestic consumption of petroleum and its derivatives, both in industry and in civil society. restriction or suspension of exports, increased production capacity and use of strategic reserves to alleviate the shortage. A IndiaFor example, it prohibited consumers of piped natural gas from retaining or refilling domestic liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders. The government also recommended that refineries expand production of the fuel. Meanwhile, China announced the suspension of shipments of refined fuels and began releasing fertilizer stocks to rural producers, even before the start of planting. AustraliaThe government released gasoline and diesel reserves to meet the demand from the agricultural and mining sectors. JapanA commercial partner in the energy sector has asked Canberra to increase its production of liquefied natural gas (LNG). European UnionGas import rules are being relaxed. Leaders of the bloc are expressing concern about possible delays in LNG deliveries and the risk of shortages. ItalyThere are discussions about reducing taxes in the sector to curb rising prices. Other countries, such as… South Korea — which should expand the use of nuclear energy —, Thailand, Philippines and even the Brazil They are also adopting measures to adapt to the fuel shortage scenario, according to the agency's investigation.

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