Philippines oil supply is enough for 50 days, but buffer shipments arriving this month

People line up at a petrol station in Manila on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. -- Photo by Jam STA ROSA / AFP

MANILA (Bernama-PNA): The Philippines’ domestic oil supply remains sufficient for about 50 days, with additional buffer stocks set to arrive this month under the government’s procurement programme, Department of Energy (DOE) officials said Tuesday, the Philippine News Agency (PNA) reported.

During an online briefing, DOE Undersecretary Sandy Sales said around 900,000 barrels are scheduled for delivery in April, with the first shipment expected this week.