According to Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Minister Bakhril Lahadalia recently reported to President Prabowo Subianto that Indonesia is expected to achieve "zero imports" of diesel fuel by early 2026, marking a significant milestone in the country’s energy independence.

This shift is attributed to the impending operational launch of the Refinery Development Master Plan (RDMP) project in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan. Officially launched on November 10, the project is expected to significantly boost domestic diesel production capacity, enabling Indonesia to fully meet its own fuel demand.

Meanwhile, the Indonesian government is actively advancing its biofuel development plan. According to the energy ministry’s roadmap, Indonesia will formally implement the B50 biodiesel program in the second half of 2026, which involves blending diesel with 50% vegetable oil.