THE HAGUE, March 11 (Xinhua) -- Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, natural gas prices in the Netherlands have surged sharply, sparking renewed debate over how to ensure a stable gas supply. As the country has shifted from being a major gas exporter to a highly import-dependent consumer, policymakers, researchers and energy companies are increasingly discussing measures such as strategic gas reserves to safeguard supply security.
SOARING GAS PRICES
One of the most immediate impacts of the geopolitical tensions has been a sharp rise in natural gas prices. Dutch TTF natural gas futures for April delivery rose 3.86 percent to 49.22 euros (56.95 U.S.
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