United States Emerges as Major Fuel Supplier to Australia: Albanese

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed that Australia is shifting away from traditional import routes as the country seeks to boost energy security.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (L) speaks at a joint press conference with Trade Minister Don Farrell at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia on March 24, 2026. David Gray/AFP via Getty Images

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed that Australia is shifting away from traditional import routes, with the United States, Argentina, and Algeria emerging as more important sources of supply as the country seeks to boost energy security.

Following a National Cabinet meeting on April 23, the prime minister said the government was working to diversify fuel sources to secure the supplies Australia needed.