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Petronas denies involvement in reported Philippines fuel supply deal

The national oil company says it is committed to ensure a reliable and continuous fuel supply to Malaysia

12:45 PM MYT

 

KUALA LUMPUR — Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) has denied any involvement in a reported fuel supply deal involving a local government unit in the Philippines.

Petronas said it was referring to recent media reports on a proposed fuel supply arrangement in the Philippines, clarifying that “it is not aware of, nor involved in, any such arrangement, and has not entered into any related agreement or commitment.”

It stressed that its immediate focus is to ensure that a reliable and continuous fuel supply is available for Malaysia.

“This remains its utmost priority, supported by established supply networks and close coordination with the government,” the national oil company said in a statement today. – March 29, 2026

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