JERA, METI, and QatarEnergy Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Emergency Supply Cooperation for Japan2026/02/03

JERA Co., Inc. (“JERA”), a global energy leader and Japan’s largest power generation company, today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) with Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (“METI”) and state‑owned QatarEnergy to establish a trilateral cooperation framework for securing additional liquefied natural gas (“LNG”) supplies during emergency situations. 

Global energy market faces increasing uncertainty from geopolitical developments and large-scale natural disasters. As natural gas continues to play a critical role in energy security, particularly through access to supplemental volumes during supply disruptions, establishing a framework to secure stable LNG supplies during emergencies has become increasingly important. 

Qatar is one of the largest LNG producers in the world and has been a key LNG supplier to Japanese buyers, including JERA, for nearly three decades. Following the Great East Japan Earthquake in March 2011, Qatar provided additional LNG supplies to Japan on an emergency basis, contributing significantly to the stability of Japan’s energy supply. This experience reflects Qatar’s capability to provide stable supply and respond effectively in emergency situations, and has supported long‑standing cooperation among Qatar, the Government of Japan, JERA, and other Japanese buyers.

Under the MOU, in the event that global LNG market tightness or large-scale natural disasters in Japan threaten stable domestic energy supply, and if METI determines that such conditions warrant action, METI may request QatarEnergy to consider supplying additional LNG to Japanese buyers, including JERA. The parties will then consult on appropriate response measures.

“This MOU provides an important framework for cooperation with our partners in situations where Japan may face supply constraints,” said Yukio Kani, Global CEO and Chair of JERA. “By strengthening coordination with METI and QatarEnergy, we are better positioned to respond with flexibility and agility to ensure stable energy supply for Japan.” 

JERA will continue to strengthen its LNG procurement and operational capabilities to support timely and effective responses even during periods of supply-demand tightness. Through these efforts, JERA reaffirms its commitment to supporting Japan’s overall energy stability. 

＜About JERA＞
JERA is a global energy leader and Japan’s largest power generation company focused on providing cutting-edge solutions to the world's energy issues. Established in 2015, the Company produces one-third of Japan’s electricity, and is one of the largest LNG buyers in the world. JERA has global reach and strength throughout the energy supply chain, including participation in upstream gas exploration and production, LNG projects, fuel procurement and transportation, and power generation globally. In support of a responsible energy transition, JERA has committed to achieving net-zero CO₂ emissions from its domestic and overseas businesses by 2050.