Indonesia Ensures Coal Supply for Power Plants Until April 2026 Amid Global Energy Volatility

Published: Mar 12, 2026 09:07

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[SMM Aluminum Express News] Indonesia's Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Bahlil Lahadalia, has assured that coal stocks for PT PLN (Persero)'s coal-fired power plants (PLTU) are secure through April 2026.
Speaking at a press conference on recent Middle East developments and their implications for the ESDM sector, held at the Ministry of ESDM office in Jakarta on Tuesday (March 11, 2026), he stated:

"For PLN's needs, I ensure that through March and April, there is no issue."

This reassurance comes amid global energy market volatility from Middle East tensions, helping maintain stable electricity supply during the upcoming high-demand period (including Idul Fitri holidays).

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