This country may restrict the export of natural gas

Japanese media recently reported that while Japan and Russia launched a game around natural gas, the largest source of natural gas imports in Japan, Australia, is discussing whether to limit natural gas exports. This news has caused new concerns about domestic public opinion in Japan.

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Nan Hengbin Fire Power Plant is the world's first natural gas power plant. At present, natural gas power generation accounts for about 40 % of Japan's total power generation, accounting for the highest proportion. Recently, news about natural gas has caused concerns in Japan. According to reports, in view of the shortage of domestic dosage, Australia is discussing whether to limit natural gas exports.

Japan is scarce, and natural gas relies on imports, of which nearly 40 % come from Australia. As the biggest source of natural gas imports in Japan, once the Australian side decides to restrict exports, it will not only further push the price of natural gas, but also bring a impact on the stability of Japan's energy. Just last month, the Minister of Economic and Industry of Japan had just proposed to the Australian side to increase the output of natural gas. According to Japanese media reports, in response to Australia's restrictions on natural gas exports, the Japanese government is preparing to negotiate with the Australian side to call for ensuring that natural gas supply is stable.

Regarding the import of natural gas imports in Japan, this year can be said to be a wave of unstable and waves. In the "Sahalin 2" project, Japan and Russia are playing games around natural gas. Although the two Japanese companies participating in this project have decided to continue to participate in the newly established operating company in Russia, the initiative is still in the hands of Russia, and whether Japan and Russia can successfully resolve the variables.

Faced with the intensification of energy supply risks, Japan is accelerating the adjustment of energy policies, thereby reducing dependence on overseas. One of the key points of adjustment is to return to nuclear energy. In addition to restarting the existing nuclear power, it also puts the development of a new generation of nuclear power technology on the agenda. According to Japanese media reports, the most likely to develop in Japan at present is the improved light water reactor, which will have higher safety than the light water reactor used in the existing nuclear power plant in Japan.

Source: CCTV Finance

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