Consequences of the 2026 fuel crisis

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese secured 100 million litres of diesel during his recent diplomatic mission to Asia.  This amount, equivalent to approximately 570,000 barrels, was purchased from Brunei and South Korea using new federal fuel security powers underwritten by the government. 

 

While the Prime Minister also negotiated broader "no surprises" trade agreements with Malaysia and Singapore to ensure continued supply lines, the specific volume of oil confirmed as secured for immediate import was the 100 million litres of diesel.  Opposition critics have noted that this quantity represents roughly one day's supply for Australia, given the nation's daily consumption of around 90 million litres. 

 

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