TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Russian Ambassador to Indonesia Sergei Tolchenov said Moscow is open to Indonesia's state-owned oil and gas company Pertamina purchasing Russian oil as global prices rise following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, according to Antara.
Speaking to journalists at Tanjung Priok Port in North Jakarta, on Tuesday, March 31, Tolchenov noted that neither Pertamina nor the Energy Ministry has formally approached Russia but said the embassy is prepared to discuss proposals.
Tolchenov indicated Russian authorities are willing to engage in talks if Indonesia expresses demand, emphasizing flexibility in negotiating supply arrangements tailored to buyer requirements.
He added that Russia’s oil exports are not limited to friendly nations, saying Western European countries could also purchase energy if they enter long-term contractual agreements.
According to Tolchenov, Moscow does not reject potential buyers and views energy trade primarily as a matter of mutual demand and willingness to cooperate.
Indonesia's Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said the government remains open to importing oil from multiple countries, including Russia, as part of a broader diversification strategy.
He stressed that Jakarta does not restrict sourcing to any single supplier, prioritizing availability and competitive pricing in securing energy imports.
Bahlil added that recent geopolitical shifts have made Russian oil more accessible following policy changes by the United States regarding purchases previously constrained by sanctions.
The US and Israel launched strikes against Iran on February 28, causing damage and civilian casualties in areas including Tehran.
Iran responded with attacks targeting Israeli territory and US military facilities across the Middle East, further escalating regional tensions.
The escalation has led to a de facto blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a key transit route for global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments.
This disruption has affected export flows and production levels across the Gulf region, contributing to rising fuel prices in many parts of the world.
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