Japan decides to release additional oil reserves

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced the decision to release oil reserves sufficient for an additional 20 days early next month.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced that Tokyo has decided to release oil reserves sufficient for an additional 20 days early next month. This decision was made to ensure the country's energy stability.

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