Norway - Philippines LNG Summit 2025

The global demand for Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is rising at an unprecedented pace, particularly in Southeast Asia, where consumption is projected to more than double by 2050. In this rapidly evolving energy landscape, the Philippines stands at a critical juncture. Facing increasing electricity demand, a need to diversify energy sources, and environmental pressures to reduce reliance on coal, the country has identified LNG as a transitional energy solution.

However, integrating LNG into the national energy mix is no small feat. It requires massive investments in infrastructure, advanced technology, regulatory alignment, and capacity building. As the Philippines accelerates this transition, learning from global best practices and building strategic international partnerships becomes essential.

Offshore gas exploration plays a vital role in securing the Philippines’ long-term energy future. With the Malampaya gas field — currently supplying a significant share of Luzon’s electricity — projected to run dry within the next decade, the search for new reserves has become a national priority. The Department of Energy is focusing on unexplored basins in the West Philippine Sea, Sulu Sea, and Palawan, which are believed to hold substantial untapped resources.To accelerate development, the government is using mechanisms to offer more attractive exploration contracts. If successful, new discoveries could help offset the decline of Malampaya and reduce reliance on imported LNG.  

Norway, a world leader in the natural gas sector, offers decades of experience at all levels of the sector. Norwegian companies are at the forefront of LNG technology, environmental solutions, and offshore production systems. The collaboration between Norway and the Philippines represents a unique opportunity to accelerate the Philippines’ LNG roadmap through knowledge transfer, investment, and technology sharing.