142,000 barrels: First state-procured diesel arrives in LuzonA vessel containing 142,000 barrels or 22.57 liters of diesel procured by the government as seen in a Deparmtent of Energy-released image on Thursday, March 26, 2026. MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has received its first government-procured diesel shipment, totaling 22.58 million liters, as the Marcos administration moves to boost fuel supply amid global oil volatility. The Department of Energy (DOE) said the cargo, equivalent to about 142,000 barrels, forms part of efforts to stabilize supply under the Emergency Energy Security Program. Energy Secretary Sharon Garin said the shipment is part of a broader plan to secure up to 2 million barrels of additional fuel supply. (The DOE continues to focus on increasing the country's oil supply.)

Source: Philippine Star March 27, 2026 13:52 UTC