Japan considers naphtha supply beyond 2026, Takaichi says
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 04:17 UTC
- Sources: Nikkei Asia
Taro Kano, not Takaichi, according to Nikkei Asia: Japan is expected to have sufficient naphtha supplies until at least 2028 or 2030. Reuters reports the government aims to continue supporting the industry.
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