Indonesia to raise 2026 coal output, adding uncertainty to global supply outlook

Indonesia has again revised its coal production policy for 2026, signaling a potential increase in output though without disclosing specific volumes, a move that adds fresh uncertainty to supply expectations from the world's largest thermal coal exporter.

Coordinating Economic Minister Airlangga Hartarto said on March 19 that President Prabowo Subianto had instructed authorities to raise national coal output by adjusting miners' production quotas under the 2026 Work Plan and Budget (RKAB). The latest move marks a clear shift in policy direction. In early January, the government had