Jakarta, March 17 -- Indonesia is considering a work-from-home scheme to curb fuel consumption and mitigate risks from potential global oil supply disruptions linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East, its energy minister said on Tuesday.

Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said the government is reviewing several policy options, including remote working arrangements, as part of broader efforts to reduce fuel demand.

"We are mulling several steps, including WFH, which I see as a feasible option. Most importantly, we must act on fuel savings," he said in Jakarta.

Despite growing concerns over a possible energy crunch, Lahadalia assured that domestic supplies of gasoline, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and coal ...