India, April 1 --  Australia has rolled out emergency fuel-saving steps as rising global tensions continue to disrupt oil shipments and push energy prices higher worldwide.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addressed the nation and announced new measures to help protect fuel supplies and reduce pressure on households. The government activated the National Fuel Security Plan, aiming to ensure stable fuel availability if global disruptions continue for an extended period.

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil transport, has faced repeated disruptions due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. These challenges have increased fuel prices and slowed supply chains, prompting governments across several countries t...