The industry ministry Wednesday compiled a draft revision of the gas business law to allow the government to issue an order to restrict the usage of city gas by major companies if the supply-demand balance becomes tight.
The planned revision is aimed at developing a system to curb demand during times of emergency, as uncertainty is growing over stable overseas procurement of liquefied natural gas (LNG).
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