Japan's June Thermal Coal Imports Surged 18.5% Year-on-Year

Japan's thermal coal imports witnessed a significant surge of 18.5% year-on-year in June, reaching 7.148 million tons, according to preliminary statistics released by the Ministry of Finance.

This sharp increase highlights the resilient demand for coal in Japan's power generation sector. While the country has seen a decline in oil imports, thermal coal remains a vital and stable source for meeting domestic electricity demand, especially during periods of peak power consumption.