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Samoa and Tonga face fuel shortages and higher energy costs as oil prices near $110, prompting appeals for aid from New Zealand and Australia.
Pacific island nations Samoa and Tonga are warning of potential fuel shortages and rising energy costs due to soaring oil prices near $110 a barrel, driven by Middle East conflict.
Both nations, heavily reliant on imported diesel—two-thirds in Samoa and 80% in Tonga—are seeking support from New Zealand and Australia.
Samoa’s prime minister requested emergency fuel contingency plans, while Tonga is sharing intelligence with regional partners amid concerns over tourism and fishing disruptions.
Fuel price spikes threaten transportation, food security, and economic stability, with both nations urging a swift conflict resolution and reaffirming their commitment to peace.
Samoa y Tonga enfrentan escasez de combustible y mayores costos de energía a medida que los precios del petróleo se acercan a los 110 dólares, lo que provocó peticiones de ayuda de Nueva Zelanda y Australia.