Japanese media: Japan may provide $10 billion to Southeast Asia to help them purchase oil

Golden Ten Data, April 15 — According to local media reports, Japan plans to provide up to $10 billion in financial aid to Southeast Asian countries to help them cope with the impact of soaring crude oil prices caused by the Middle East war. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to announce this aid plan during an online meeting with regional leaders on Wednesday afternoon. The plan may include loans and other measures. According to relevant reports, Japan imports oil-related products used in the medical field from Southeast Asia, and some countries have low oil reserves, which may lead to supply disruptions.