Tokyo, 10 June 2026 – Malaysia is expected to pledge the largest possible supply of liquefied natural gas and naphtha to Japan, strengthening energy cooperation between the two countries as Tokyo seeks to diversify critical energy and petrochemical sources amid rising global supply risks.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi are expected to formalise the commitment in a joint statement during their summit in Tokyo. The move comes as Japan faces growing concern over potential disruptions to LNG and petrochemical feedstock supply linked to Iran-related tensions and wider instability in global shipping routes.

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Kenji Yamamoto

Kenji Yamamoto is a Senior Fellow at The Ledger Asia, where he explores the critical nexus of Asian international relations, economic development, and environmental sustainability. With extensive experience in cross-border policy analysis, Kenji provides a unique perspective on how diplomatic alliances and green energy transitions drive long-term growth across the Asia-Pacific.

Previously an advisor for regional development banks, he specializes in sustainable infrastructure and the circular economy’s role in modernizing emerging markets. At The Ledger Asia, Kenji’s deep-dive reports help readers navigate the complex balance between rapid industrialization and the global imperative for climate resilience and corporate responsibility.