Manila, March 27 -- The successful drilling and testing of the Camago-3 gas well is expected to help reduce the country's reliance on imported fuel and strengthen local energy supply.

Senator Pia Cayetano, chair of the Senate Energy panel, said the development marks a significant step toward energy security, particularly as global fuel supply remains vulnerable to geopolitical tensions.

"This comes as a source of hope and opportunity, especially at a time when the conflict in West Asia continues to threaten global fuel supply and drive up energy costs. Every move toward strengthening our own energy sources is a step toward protecting Filipino families from unpredictable costs," she said in a news release.

Cayetano emphasized that incre...